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Distinguished Labor and Employment Counsel
Charles C. Warner is a partner at the prestigious law firm of Porter Wright Morris and Arthur LLP in Columbus, Ohio. With a legal career spanning over five decades, Charles Warner is one of the most respected labor and employment attorneys in the state. He serves as Counsel to the Firm and has built a reputation for providing sophisticated legal advice to employers facing complex workforce challenges. His practice is dedicated to representing management in all aspects of employment law, from litigation and class actions to compliance counseling. If you represent a corporation or institution and need to hire an employment lawyer with a track record of excellence and deep industry knowledge, Charles Warner offers the expertise required to navigate the modern legal landscape.
Strategic Employer Representation
Charles Warner’s practice focuses on defending the interests of employers. His areas of expertise include:
- Employment Litigation: Defending against claims of discrimination, wrongful discharge, and retaliation in state and federal courts.
- Class Actions: managing high-stakes opt-out and opt-in class action lawsuits involving wage and hour disputes.
- Labor Relations: counseling on collective bargaining, union avoidance, and unfair labor practice charges before the NLRB.
- Civil Rights: defending clients in complex civil rights matters and administrative proceedings.
A Legacy of Achievement
A graduate of Yale University and The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law, Charles Warner has received numerous accolades for his work. He has been named ”Lawyer of the Year” by Best Lawyers in America and is consistently ranked in Chambers USA. He is also a Fellow of the College of Labor and Employment Lawyers, a distinction reserved for the most accomplished practitioners in the field. For businesses seeking to find a lawyer who understands both the legal and practical implications of employment decisions, Charles Warner acts as a trusted strategic partner.
Located at Porter Wright
Practicing out of Porter Wright’s headquarters on South High Street, Charles Warner operates from the center of Columbus’s legal district. The firm’s office in the Huntington Center offers immediate access to the courts and government agencies. His long-standing presence in the Columbus legal community has fostered deep relationships and a thorough understanding of the local judiciary.
Specializing In
Employment Litigation, Class Action Defense, Labor Relations, Civil Rights
Address & Location
Situated right on Capitol Square in the vibrant heart of Downtown Columbus, directly across the street from the historic Ohio Statehouse.
Building Location
Located in the iconic Huntington Center, a modern 37-story Class A skyscraper featuring a large indoor atrium. The building stands near the scenic Scioto Mile Promenade.
Suite Access
Enter the Huntington Center through the main street-level lobby. Use the electronic elevator dispatch panels to select the appropriate floor and take the express elevator to Suites 2800 – 3200.
Parking Details
An attached 1,000-car underground public parking garage with a fee is available for visitors, and additional parking can be found at the nearby Columbus Commons Garage.
Public Transit
Served by Central Ohio Transit Authority Route 2 (Northbound); nearest stop is at S High St & E Broad St.
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