About
Dennis A. Rathburn is a Columbus, Ohio attorney who has practiced law since 1991. He handles estate planning, wills and trusts, probate, real estate, Social Security disability, and related legal matters. He also assists clients with personal injury, collections, and selected traffic matters. His background as both an attorney and accountant helps him address legal and financial issues while providing practical guidance to individuals, families, and business owners across Ohio.
Dennis earned his J.D. from Capital University Law School in 1991. He also completed business and accounting studies at Franklin University, earning degrees in business administration and accounting. He is an experienced accountant in addition to his legal work. His education supports his ability to evaluate estate, tax, property, and business concerns. His training also helps him consider how legal decisions may affect clients’ finances, assets, and specific planning goals.
Dennis has experience advising clients on wills, trusts, powers of attorney, probate, guardianship, real estate, and business planning. He also works on matters involving landlord-tenant issues, collections, Social Security disability, and asset protection. His earlier service as a police officer added practical exposure to law enforcement and legal procedures. He uses his varied background to help clients understand available options and address legal issues with practical, individualized strategies when appropriate.
Dennis A. Rathburn has remained active in professional organizations connected to his areas of practice. He is a member of the Columbus Bar Association and Ohio State Bar Association. He has also participated in family law, probate, real estate, and solo practitioner committees. His long-standing work in central Ohio reflects his focus on accessible legal service, direct client relationships, and practical solutions for estate, property, disability, and related legal concerns.
Law Office Affiliations
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Owner, Rathburn & Associates
- Member, Ohio State Bar Association
Licensed State
- Ohio
Education
- Capital University Law School
Juris Doctor (JD) - Franklin University
BA in Business Admin - Franklin University
BS in Accounting, Accounting / Finance / Business Admin
Awards & Badges
- Elder Law
- Probate
- Trusts
- Wills & Living Wills
- Adoption
- Child Custody
- Child Support
- Divorce & Separation
- Guardianship
- Marriage & Prenuptial Agreements
- Military Divorce
- Paternity
- Uncontested Divorce
- Car Accidents
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Trucking Accidents
- Commercial Real Estate
- Condominium
- Land Use & Zoning
- Landlord & Tenant
- Residential Real Estate
- LGBTQ Family
- Social Security & Disability







