Lorree Lawson Dendis, Civil Rights Attorney in Columbus, Ohio
Over 26 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights, Government, and Insurance
AssociateatWilliams & Schoenberger
Columbus, OH
Practicing civil rights in Columbus since 2000.
- 26+
- Years practicing
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Lorree Lawson Dendis is an associate based in Columbus, OH. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Government, and Insurance. Lorree has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Williams & Schoenberger.
- Based in
- Columbus, OH
- Experience
- over 26 years
- Known for
- Civil Rights · Government · Insurance
- Handles Civil Rights, Government, and Insurance matters from Columbus, OH.
- Over 26 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Lorree Lawson Dendis: Lorree Lawson Dendis is an associate based in Columbus, OH. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Government, and Insurance. Lorree has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Williams & Schoenberger.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Lorree takes on
Lorree concentrates on civil rights, government, insurance, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lorree handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Civil Rights
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Civil Rights cases in Columbus, Ohio
Lorree takes civil rights matters in Columbus, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lorree agrees to represent you.
Government cases in Columbus, Ohio
Lorree takes government matters in Columbus, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lorree agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Columbus, Ohio
Lorree takes insurance matters in Columbus, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lorree agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Columbus, Ohio
Lorree takes litigation matters in Columbus, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lorree agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Columbus, Ohio
Lorree takes personal injury matters in Columbus, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lorree agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Lorree Lawson Dendis — civil rights lawyer in Columbus
Lorree Lawson Dendis is an associate based in Columbus, OH. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Government, and Insurance. Lorree has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Williams & Schoenberger.
Lorree Lawson Dendis is a lawyer practicing insurance litigation, insurance defense, municipal law and 4 other areas of law. Lorree received a B.A. degree from William Smith College, Geneva in 1996, and has been licensed for 26 years. Lorree practices at Williams & Schoenberger in Columbus, OH.
How Lorree handles civil rights matters
Lorree Lawson Dendis is a lawyer practicing insurance litigation, insurance defense, municipal law and 4 other areas of law. Lorree received a B.A. degree from William Smith College, Geneva in 1996, and has been licensed for 26 years. Lorree practices at Williams & Schoenberger in Columbus, OH.
The kind of cases Lorree takes
Lorree reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, government, and insurance matters in Columbus and the surrounding Ohio area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
The Moritz College of Law at The Ohio State University
J.D. · 2000
William Smith College, Geneva
B.A. Economics · 1996
Jurisdictions
Lorree's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
2001 · ACTIVE
Ohio
2000 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2000 · ACTIVE
Lorree studied at J.D. in The Moritz College of Law at The Ohio State University and B.A. Economics in William Smith College, Geneva.
Law school and academic background
Lorree completed J.D. in The Moritz College of Law at The Ohio State University and B.A. Economics in William Smith College, Geneva. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Lorree runs in Ohio is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Lorree's professional memberships and bar associations
Columbus, Ohio State and American Bar Associations
membership
Locations
Lorree Lawson Dendis's office in Columbus
Lorree's primary office is at 338 South High Street, 2nd Floor, Columbus, OH, 43215-4546. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Williams & Schoenberger
338 South High Street, 2nd Floor
Columbus, OH 43215-4546
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How to hire Lorree Lawson Dendis — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Lorree usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Lorree charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lorree's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Lorree will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a civil rights attorney in Columbus, Ohio
A short list to run through before you commit: How many civil rights matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Lorree
Lorree discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in civil rights practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every civil rights matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Lorree confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Lorree's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many civil rights practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Lorree Lawson Dendis
How much does it cost to hire Lorree for a civil rights case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Lorree walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Lorree offer a free consultation?
Lorree charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lorree's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Lorree's current terms during booking.
How long do civil rights cases in Ohio typically take?
Simple civil rights matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Lorree gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Lorree take my case if I'm outside Columbus?
Lorree is licensed in Ohio. Matters governed by Ohio law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Lorree will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Lorree?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Lorree will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Lorree accepting new civil rights clients right now?
Lorree's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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