Atty. Peggy Murphy Barker

Atty. Peggy Murphy Barker

Peggy Murphy Barker is a lawyer practicing corporate law, employment law, business litigation and 2 other areas of law. Peggy received a B.A. degree from Eastern Kentucky University in 1988, and has been licensed for 33 years.

Cincinnati Cincinnati 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About Peggy Murphy Barker at a glance

Peggy Murphy Barker is a Partner based in Cincinnati, Ohio, practicing at Kohnen & Patton LLP. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on employment, business, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1993), Ohio U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky U.S. District Court, Western District of Kent (1995), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio (2000), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (2000). Educated at Salmon P. Chase College of Law (J.D., 1993) and Eastern Kentucky University (B.A., 1988). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Cincinnati, Kentucky and Northern Kentucky Bar Associations. Serands clients in Cincinnati, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Peggy Murphy Barker is a lawyer practicing corporate law, employment law, business litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Peggy received a B.A. degree from Eastern Kentucky University in 1988, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Peggy practices at Kohnen & Patton LLP in Cincinnati, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Peggy Murphy Barker's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peggy Murphy Barker handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

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

Peggy Murphy Barker is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Ohio →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Product Liability

Peggy Murphy Barker is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Ohio →

Civil Litigation

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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 Cincinnati 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 Peggy Murphy Barker

Where is Peggy Murphy Barker's law office located?
Peggy Murphy Barker's law practice is located in Cincinnati, Ohio. The firm is Kohnen & Patton LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peggy Murphy Barker handle?
Peggy Murphy Barker focuses on employment, business, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Peggy Murphy Barker practiced law?
Peggy Murphy Barker has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Peggy Murphy Barker go to law school?
Peggy Murphy Barker earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact Peggy Murphy Barker for a consultation?
You can contact Peggy Murphy Barker 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 Peggy Murphy Barker received?
Peggy Murphy Barker's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Salmon P. Chase College of Law
- 1993
B.A.
Eastern Kentucky University
- 1988

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1993
Ohio U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky U.S. District Court, Western District of Kent
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio
Admitted: 2000
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 2000

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