Linehan & Gallant Law Group, LPA
Originally Founded in 1999 as The Law Offices of James M. Linehan, LPA, the firm was recently renamed to Linehan & Gallant Law Group, LPA in 2025
At Linehan & Gallant Law Group, while our name has changed, our commitment to excellence is unwavering. With the addition of a new partner in 2025, we continue to provide the same high level of service, dedication, and trusted legal expertise our clients know and value.
James M. Linehan
Managing Partner
Managing Attorney James M. Linehan has over thirty years of legal experience as an attorney, practicing as a defense attorney, prosecutor, and magistrate. Practicing law from all sides of the bench and bar provides an invaluable perspective to what is important to every person in the legal system.
Over those 30 years, James has tried and won jury trials in numerous counties and jurisdictions throughout Central Ohio. Having the confidence to prevail at trial before a jury of your peers leads to favorable resolutions to your case both inside and outside the courtroom.
James is a respected member of both the legal and hometown communities. He is a former professor and teacher, and he has been a presenter to defense attorneys, prosecutors, and judges with the Ohio Judicial College. Outside of the courtroom, James is a former elected member of the city council, civic leader, coach, and lead county organizer for several national campaigns.
James was a merit scholar at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, graduating in 1985 cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in both marketing and economics. In 1988, he graduated from The American University Washington College of Law in Washington, D.C. with a Juris Doctor.
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Our Attorneys
PRACTICE AREAS
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Family Law
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Adoptions
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Estates & Estate Planning
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Personal Injury
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Criminal Law
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ADMISSIONS
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State of Ohio, 1988
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Federal Bar, Southern District of Ohio, 1988
EDUCATION
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American University, Washington College of Law, 1988
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Miami University, Economics & Marketing, 1985
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
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Fairfield County Probate and Juvenile Court Magistrate :1990 -1995
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Prosecutor in Central Ohio Municipalities: 1995 - 2000
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Defense Attorney in Central Ohio Municipalities: 2000 to present
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS
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Ohio State Bar Association
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Fairfield County Bar Association
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Columbus Bar Association
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Ohio Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
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Current Treasurer for the Franklin County Democratic Lawyers Club
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Former Board President for Habitat for Humanity
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Former Board President for The Lighthouse – Domestic Violence Shelter
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Former Board Member for Maywood Mission
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Former Board Member forTitle XX Local Advisory Board
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Former Member for Lancaster City Counsel
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Former Professor for the Legal Assistant Program at Tri-County Vocational School
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Former Instructor of the Ohio Judicial College
Amanda S. Gallant
Partner
Attorney Amanda S. Gallant is an accomplished attorney committed to providing high-quality legal representation with integrity and professionalism. She earned her Juris Doctor degree from Capital University Law School and is licensed to practice law in both the State of Ohio and the United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio.
Her practice encompasses domestic relations, personal injury, probate, and juvenile law. She has represented clients in courts throughout all all of central Ohio, offering comprehensive legal counsel and advocacy tailored to each client’s unique circumstances.
In 2025, she became a named partner at the firm, reflecting her dedication to excellence, leadership, and the trust she has earned from both clients and colleagues.
Originally from Toronto, Canada, Amanda earned her Bachelor’s Degree from Gannon University in Erie, Pennsylvania where she was a four-year letter winner on the Gannon Women’s Soccer Team.
PRACTICE AREAS
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Domestic Relations
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Divorce
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Dissolution
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Custody
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Guardian ad Litem
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Legal Separation
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Civil Protection Orders
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Probate
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Estate Planning
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Adoptions
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Guardianships
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Juvenile Delinquency
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Personal Injury
ADMISSIONS
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State of Ohio, 2020
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Federal Bar, Southern District of Ohio, 2021
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EDUCATION
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Capital University Law School, JD, 2020
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Gannon University, BA English, 2016
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS
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Fairfield County Bar Association
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Vice President
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Ohio State Bar Association
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Columbus Bar Association
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Ohio Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
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Franklin County Democratic Lawyers Club
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Federal Bar Association
HONORS & RECOGNITIONS
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2023, 2024, 2025 Rising Star – Super Lawyers
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2020 Pro Bono Legal Honors/ Spirit Award
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Pro Bono Legal Recognition from the Supreme Court of Ohio
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Meet the Staff
Paralegal
Piper Lockwood
Piper Lockwood first joined our team in January 2025 as a part-time legal receptionist. After graduating from The Ohio State University in May 2025 with a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and a minor in Criminology, she stepped into her current full-time role as a Paralegal.
She has a particular interest in family and juvenile law—a passion first sparked during college through her sorority’s (Kappa Alpha Theta) philanthropy work with Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), supporting children in the foster care system. Piper is currently attending Columbus State Community College to earn her Paralegal Certificate.
When she’s not in the office, Piper enjoys working out, reading, and cooking.
Law Clerk
Natalie Bernhard
Natalie Bernhard is a second-year law student at Capital University Law School. She completed her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the Ohio State University in 2022. After graduation, she worked at Gurvis Personal Injury Lawyers as a Case Manager and Records Clerk. Outside of her legal education, Natalie enjoys playing volleyball, hiking, and spending time with her family.
Law Clerk
Tajah Upshaw
Tajah is a second-year law student at Capital University Law School with an expected graduation date of 2027. At Capital, she is a member of the Black Law Student Association and a Pro Bono Volunteer for The Franklin County Juvenile Court Restorative Justice Circles Program. She graduated from Bluffton University in 2021, where she studied Criminal Justice and minored in Psychology. She was Vice President of the Multicultural Student Organization, and Captain of the Women’s Soccer team. Since then, she has worked in juvenile justice, corrections, re-entry, and behavioral health.
When not working or in class, you'll probably find her on the nearest soccer field, watching reality tv, or playing with her toy poodle, Nova!