James Berendsen focuses his practice in the area of litigation.  Throughout his career, Mr. Berendsen has represented corporate and commercial clients in various state and federal courts. He is admitted in the federal courts of Ohio, as well as the 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals, 4th Circuit Court of Appeals, 6th Circuit Court of Appeals and the United States Supreme Court.

AREAS OF CONCENTRATION

• Litigation
• Civil litigation
• Property damage
• Personal injury
• Wrongful death
• Commercial litigation
• Contractual disputes
• Land rights disputes

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

2007          Steptoe & Johnson
2002-07     Bricker & Eckler
1976-2001 Columbia Gas Distribution Group
1974-76     Sanborn Brandon and Duvall
1971-74     Public Utilities Commission of Ohio
1970-71     Secretary of State of Ohio

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

• Federal Bar Association
• American Bankruptcy Institute
• Pro Bono, Guardian Ad Litem, Franklin County Juvenile Court

INDUSTRY / CIVIC MEMBERSHIPS

• Arbitrator, Central Ohio Better Business Bureau