Atty. Christopher Coe Russell

Atty. Christopher Coe Russell

Christopher Coe Russell is a lawyer practicing labor and employment law, employment discrimination and wrongful discharge litigation, preventative workplace counselling and 8 other areas of law. Christopher received a B.A. degree from Kenyon College in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Columbus Columbus 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Christopher Coe Russell at a glance

Christopher Coe Russell is a Partner based in Columbus, Ohio, practicing at Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, discrimination, employment, workers comp, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1988), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio (1989), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1993), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (1994). Educated at Kenyon College (B.A., 1985) and The Ohio State University J.D. 1988. Phi Beta Kappa (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Columbus, Ohio State and American Bar Associations American Academy of Trial Lawyers. Serands clients in Columbus, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Christopher Coe Russell is a lawyer practicing labor and employment law, employment discrimination and wrongful discharge litigation, preventative workplace counselling and 8 other areas of law
  • Christopher received a B.A. degree from Kenyon College in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Christopher practices at Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP in Columbus, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher Coe Russell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher Coe Russell handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wrongful Termination

Christopher Coe Russell is one of 6,921 wrongful termination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful termination attorneys in Ohio →

Workplace Discrimination

Christopher Coe Russell is one of 7,100 discrimination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse discrimination attorneys in Ohio →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Christopher Coe Russell is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Ohio →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Christopher Coe Russell is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Ohio →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Christopher Coe Russell is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Ohio →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Christopher Coe Russell

Where is Christopher Coe Russell's law office located?
Christopher Coe Russell's law practice is located in Columbus, Ohio. The firm is Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher Coe Russell handle?
Christopher Coe Russell focuses on wrongful termination, discrimination, employment, workers comp, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Christopher Coe Russell practiced law?
Christopher Coe Russell has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Christopher Coe Russell go to law school?
Christopher Coe Russell earned their education at (B.A., 1985); (—).
How can I contact Christopher Coe Russell for a consultation?
You can contact Christopher Coe Russell directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Christopher Coe Russell received?
Christopher Coe Russell's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

B.A.
Kenyon College
- 1985
The Ohio State University J.D. 1988. Phi Beta Kappa
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1997

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