CLS of Central Ohio

Columbus, OH

City: Columbus

President: Rebecca C. Kells

Email: [email protected]

Phone Number: NA

Meeting Information: Various Gatherings throughout the Year

About Our Chapter

“And what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God.” – Micah 6:8


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Welcome!

The Central Ohio Chapter is a fellowship of Christian lawyers, law students, and ministry friends in Columbus and surrounding areas who have a passion for serving Christ, the community, and each other. We strive to integrate our faith with our legal practice. Our chapter is affiliated with the national organization of the Christian Legal Society.

Our activities vary throughout the year and include:

  • Periodic luncheons with speakers who include judges, attorneys, and holders of political office.
  • A day long CLE focusing on issues of faith and practice every December. This CLE also provides professionalism credits.
  • Various informal gatherings for mutual encouragement and fellowship.
  • Actively supporting the mission of the CLS law student chapters at Capital University and The Ohio State University.

For the most up-to-date calendar, please click on the EVENTS tab. Registration for events is available at: https://squareup.com/store/christian-legal-society

If you are interested in attending or have any questions about the chapter, please contact [email protected] to connect. We look forward to you joining with us in fellowship!


CURRENT BOARD OF DIRECTORS

  • Rebecca C. Kells (President)
  • Todd A. Fichtenberg (Vice President)
  • Samuel Peppers III (Secretary)
  • Debra Dunkerley (Treasurer)
  • Emily Cunningham
  • Nita Hanson
  • Brian Johnson
  • Judge Jaiza Page
  • Peter Starkey
  • John Sullivan

Fellowship

“Bear one another’s burdens, and thereby fulfill the law of Christ.” – Galatians 6:2

Attorney Chapter

The Central Ohio Chapter encourages fellowship among Christian lawyers. Contact [email protected] to join our email list and receive notice of upcoming gatherings. We would also be honored to be praying with you if you share your prayer requests. Feel free to share your prayer requests with [email protected].

Resources

“Open your mouth for the mute, for the rights of all the unfortunate. Open your mouth, judge righteously, and defend the rights of the afflicted and needy.” – Proverbs 31:8-9

Legal Clinics

There are several clinics where Christian lawyers can provide pro bono legal assistance to those in need. The Vineyard Immigration Counseling Service hosted by the Columbus Vineyard Church is a CLS-affiliated Christian Legal Aid Clinic. If you are looking for other opportunities to serve at a faith-based or other legal clinic, please visit this website for locations and times: https://www.cbalaw.org/cba_prod/Main/Resources/Public/Pro-Bono.aspx.

Events

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Do You Need Help?

Christian Legal Society offers legal assistance for those in need through CLS’ network of Christian Legal Aid clinics and Christian Attorneys’ directory. CLS’ Center for Law & Religious Freedom is also available to address issues related to the infringement of religious freedom.

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