John S. Marshall

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For over 35 years, John Marshall has represented individuals in employment and civil rights litigation. His practice areas include discrimination, retaliation, employment contracts, non-competes, wrongful discharge, sexual harassment, police misconduct, and First Amendment cases. In addition to his litigation practice, John regularly assists clients by reviewing and negotiating employment contracts and severance packages.

John received his B.A. from Denison University and his J.D. from The Ohio State University.

John has been elected by his peers to be included in every edition of the Best Lawyers in America® from 1995-2023. He has been named by Best Lawyers® as a Lawyer of the Year in Employment Law (2012, 2014, 2018) and in Labor and Employment Litigation (2010, 2013). He was recognized by The Best Lawyers in America® as the 2025 “Lawyer of the Year” in Employment Law.

John has been named by Super Lawyers Magazine as one of the Top 5 Lawyers in Columbus, Ohio (2012-2016), one of the Top 10 lawyers in the State of Ohio (2011-2012), and one of the Top Hundred in the state for the past 15 years. In 2013, Columbus CEO Magazine included him in its Top 5 Lawyers listing. In 2011, the Columbus Bar Association presented John with its Professionalism Award for his “exceptional dedication” to the standards of the legal profession, and his “demonstrated integrity and humanitarian concern.

Professional Memberships include the Columbus Bar Association; Ohio State Bar Association; National Employment Lawyers Association; Ohio Employment Lawyers Association; Columbus Employment Lawyers Association; Central Ohio Association for Justice; and the Ohio Association for Justice.

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Our Team

John S. Marshall

Partner

Edward R. Forman

Partner

Samuel M. Schlein

Partner

Helen M. Robinson

Associate

Madeline J. Rettig

Associate

Louis A. Jacobs

Of Counsel

Client Reviews

Goid

Good

John Marshall is very knowledgeable and provided excellent guidance that resulted in positive outcomes. He listens and cares about the person and works to provide the best guidance and representation for his client. I highly recommend John and the firm to represent a person in need of his services.

Exceptional, Knowledgeable and Caring

Consulted on a civil rights case and offered honest, detailed feedback. The advice was clear, grounded in experience, and given without pressure or cost. I truly appreciated the candor and integrity. Highly recommend for anyone seeking principled legal insight.

Ravin

I have nothing but good words for this law firm, especially for Helen Robinson, who worked with me in my employment case. She is very good at what she does, very knowledgeable, friendly, warm, and responsive. Every time we talk, she makes sure that I get the answers I need…

Hands down! Helen is a Rockstar!

When I first contacted Helen Robinson, I felt hopeless and beaten down by my situation. With few resources, I was still desperate to right the wrong that was done to me. From our very first consultation, Helen was empathetic, knowledgeable, and transparent. She placed the power back into my hands.…

Helen Robinson

Marshall Forman & Schlein was a wonderful firm to work with. From the very first zoom conversation, I felt heard, validated, and justified. John and Sam know employment discrimination law very well and helped guide me through the process. Every step of the way, I had their support. It was…

Kristina

I must say that this Law Firm was very responsive, informative and very concerned about my situation. Thank you for being so compassionate (Attorney Robinson).

Karen

The staff at this firm are incredibly kind! They also got back to me very quickly which I appreciated! Helen Robinson was absolutely wonderful and incredibly professional! She was clear and concise and answered every question I had with honesty. She made sure to explain everything in a way I…

Hadiya

My partner and I had worked together at a company that caused us many problems. Helen was very insightful and offered a solution to our unique problem. Everything went smoothly with Helen guiding us and the situation and we are beyond pleased with the results. We highly recommend her!

Outstanding

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