Atty. William John Barath

Atty. William John Barath

Mr. William John Barath is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, labor and employment, employment litigation and 2 other areas of law.

Columbus Columbus 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About William John Barath at a glance

William John Barath is a Partner based in Columbus, Ohio, practicing at Ice Miller LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on employment, workers comp, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1987), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1987), Ohio (1989), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio (1989). Educated at Valparaiso University School of Law (J.D., 1987) and Indiana University (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Columbus, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. William John Barath is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, labor and employment, employment litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Indiana University in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • William practices at Ice Miller LLP in Columbus, OH

Practice Areas Explained

William John Barath's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William John Barath 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.

William John Barath 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.

William John Barath 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.

William John Barath 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 William John Barath

Where is William John Barath's law office located?
William John Barath's law practice is located in Columbus, Ohio. The firm is Ice Miller LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William John Barath handle?
William John Barath focuses on employment, workers comp, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has William John Barath practiced law?
William John Barath has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did William John Barath go to law school?
William John Barath earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact William John Barath for a consultation?
You can contact William John Barath 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 William John Barath received?
William John Barath's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Valparaiso University School of Law
- 1987
B.A.
Indiana University
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1987
Ohio
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 2005

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