Sarah Paul

BE SMART, GET RINEHARDT Rinehardt Law | BeSmartLegal.com | 419-LAW-2020 When I opened the doors of Rinehardt Injury Attorneys in 2001, it was just me and one legal assistant (Patti Basilone) working out of a converted family home in Mansfield. I had spent the first 16 years of my career practicing alongside my father and six other attorneys, but I felt called to build something of my own — a firm dedicated not just to winning cases, but to treating every client with the dignity and compassion they deserve. Those early days were lean but meaningful. As the practice grew, I added three more team members to help serve our clients. In 2008, my wife, Hillary, joined me, and together we began shaping the practice into what it is today. With each passing year, as our caseload grew, so did our team. Every hire represented not just an expansion of staff, but an investment in giving our clients better service and stronger advocacy. In 2013, we expanded to Columbus, allowing us to serve more people across Central Ohio. Two years later, we welcomed Attorney Melanie Fahey to the firm, bringing additional strength to our litigation practice. By 2017, space in Mansfield had become tight, so we built an annex with five new offices to accommodate our growing staff. Growth continued in 2019 when we moved our Columbus office to Orchard Knoll, providing a more accessible and professional space for clients. In 2020, Attorney Rachel Rinehardt joined the firm, stepping in to manage our Columbus office and bringing her own energy and expertise to our litigation team. This year marks another milestone. We welcomed our fifth attorney, Sarah Paul, along with two new legal assistants who will serve as treatment coordinators for our clients. Today, we have a staff of 18 dedicated professionals — five attorneys and 13 support team members — each committed to delivering the highest level of service. To support this growth, we have expanded our Columbus office with three additional offices, refreshed our décor, and made important upgrades to our Mansfield location, including a wider concrete driveway, siding and soffit repairs, and a new handrail for the accessible walkway. While the firm looks much different than it did in 2001, our mission has not changed. Our goal has always been, and always will be, to achieve the best possible outcomes for our clients while giving each case the personal attention it deserves. The secret to our success is our collaborative approach — our attorneys and staff work together on every case, combining our skills and perspectives to develop the strongest strategies. We believe this teamwork has led to the outstanding settlements and jury verdicts our clients have received. Looking back, I am proud of how far we’ve come. Looking ahead, I am even more excited about the future. As we continue to grow, we remain grounded in the values that started it all: hard work, compassion, and relentless advocacy for those who need us most. Have questions? We’re here to help. Scan the QR code to get in touch.