Kathryn S. Wallrabenstein

Criminal Defense: White-Collar

4.0 (1 reviews)

Columbus, Ohio

-1+ years experience

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

614-221-2838

https://www.taftlaw.com/people/kathryn-s-wallrabenstein

41 South High Street Suite 1800 Columbus OH US

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Bio

Kathryn S. Wallrabenstein is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defense: General Practice and Criminal Defense: White-Collar. Kathryn S., who practices law in Columbus, Ohio, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kathryn S. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Ohio

State Capital

Columbus

Highest Court

Ohio Supreme Court

Bar Association

Ohio State Bar Association

Typical Consultation

$150-$350

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$600/hr

Fee Model Notes

Criminal defense matters are commonly billed flat-fee for defined phases or hourly for complex litigation.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense: White-Collar

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Criminal Defense: General Practice
Recognized: Criminal Defense: White-Collar
Recognized: Criminal Defense: General Practice - 2025
Recognized: Criminal Defense: White-Collar - 2025
Recognized: Criminal Defense: General Practice - 2024
Recognized: Criminal Defense: White-Collar - 2024
Recognized: Criminal Defense: General Practice - 2023
Recognized: Criminal Defense: White-Collar - 2023
Recognized: Criminal Defense: General Practice - 2022
Recognized: Criminal Defense: White-Collar - 2022
Recognized: Criminal Defense: General Practice - 2021
Recognized: Criminal Defense: White-Collar - 2021

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2026

Education

Miami University, B.A. in Psychology, graduated 2011
The Ohio State University, J.D., graduated 2014

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Reviews

Donald Johnson

3 months ago

Skilled and strategic counsel for a complex business matter

Our company faced a serious investigation with potential criminal implications, and we turned to Kathryn Wallrabenstein at Taft. Her background in psychology from Miami University and her recognition by Best Lawyers in white-collar defense were immediately apparent. She has a keen ability to analyze complex situations and anticipate opposing counsel's moves. Kathryn guided us through every step with clear, strategic advice, and her deep knowledge of Ohio law was invaluable. The outcome was favorable and far better than we had hoped. While her expertise is top-tier, there were occasional delays in email responses during particularly busy periods, which caused some minor anxiety. Overall, Kathryn is a formidable attorney who combines sharp legal acumen with a genuine understanding of her clients' stress. I would confidently recommend her for any sensitive business or criminal defense matter in Columbus.