Atty. Christine Frames Cushman
Ms. Christine Frames Cushman is a lawyer practicing employee benefits, higher education, nonprofit organizations and 3 other areas of law.
Employee Benefits & More Attorney · Serving Columbus, OH · 24+ Years Experience
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About Christine Frames Cushman at a Glance
Christine Frames Cushman is a trusts, estate planning, employment, business, and tax attorney based in Columbus, Ohio. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Admitted to practice in Texas (2002), Pennsylvania (2003), and Ohio (2024). Educated at New York University School of Law (LL.M. Tax, 2002) and Louisiana Tech University (B.A. English, 1993). Serves clients in Columbus, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Christine Frames Cushman
- Ms. Christine Frames Cushman is a lawyer practicing employee benefits, higher education, nonprofit organizations and 3 other areas of law
- Christine received a B.A. degree from Louisiana Tech University in 1993, and has been licensed for 24 years
- Christine practices in Columbus, OH
Practice Areas Explained
Christine Frames Cushman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christine Frames Cushman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Columbus.
Trusts in Columbus
Christine Frames Cushman is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Ohio →
Estate Planning & Probate in Columbus
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Christine Frames Cushman is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Ohio →
Employment Law in Columbus
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Christine Frames Cushman is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Ohio →
Business & Corporate Law in Columbus
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Christine Frames Cushman is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →
Tax Law in Columbus
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Christine Frames Cushman is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Ohio →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Columbus
Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Columbus are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Columbus Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Columbus-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Columbus Choose Christine Frames Cushman
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Christine Frames Cushman's practice in the field of trusts, estate planning, employment, business, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Christine Frames Cushman brings 24+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Texas, Pennsylvania, and Ohio, Christine Frames Cushman can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, estate planning, and employment, Christine Frames Cushman can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Columbus
A Columbus-based practice means Christine Frames Cushman attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Christine Frames Cushman Handles in Columbus
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Christine Frames Cushman has experience with under Ohio law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Christine Frames Cushman directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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