James C. Carpenter

About James C. Carpenter

Known for his tenacious advocacy for his clients’ interest, and with nearly 50 years of trial experience, Jim Carpenter has been helping Ohio businesses navigate complex litigation matters and disputes. His decades of experience in business law matters allows him to get to the heart of the issue quickly, help clients control and manage the cost of litigation, and devise a solid solution based on business principles. Jim is no stranger in the courtroom and approaches a case as if it may go to trial.

Jim is brought in when a company or its owners face a high-stakes dispute that is on the verge of breaking out into expensive and disruptive litigation. With his business-minded approach to managing cases, he is known by colleagues, judges, clients, and opposing counsel as being an effective advocate and patient negotiator. Jim is often heard saying, “The little things are the big things.” Clients value his ability to dial into the details which can be the difference in resolving a matter swiftly and favorably.

Beyond handling complex business disputes, Jim’s practice includes representing clients in industries such as financial services, construction, real estate, and industrial and manufacturing. He also represents corporate management teams and boards of directors regarding their legal and fiduciary duties.

When not practicing law, Jim has long been an outdoor enthusiast, though some may say an adventurist. Formerly a professional tennis player, he has enjoyed being a serious mountain climber, as well as cyclist and golfer. When he needs downtime from the outdoors, Jim enjoys cooking.