McCarthy, Lebit, Crystal & Liffman Co., LPA is pleased to announce that Principal Christian R. Patno has been recognized once again as #2 out of all lawyers in the state of Ohio in the 2027 Edition of Ohio Super Lawyers®. For 24 consecutive years (dating back to the inaugural edition of Super Lawyers®), Christian has been recognized by Super Lawyers® for his exceptional legal skill, extensive experience, and unwavering ethical commitment to excellence.
In the 2027 Edition of Ohio Super Lawyers®, Christian retained his preeminent #2 Super Lawyers® standing at the top of the state’s most accomplished and respected attorneys. His sustained recognition by judges, fellow lawyers, and blue-ribbon panels for more than two decades, coupled with his distinction as one of Ohio’s highest-ranked attorneys, reflects a career defined by exceptional client advocacy, consistently outstanding results, and the unwavering respect and confidence of his peers throughout the state’s legal community.
Overseeing McCarthy Lebit’s Personal Injury & Wrongful Death practice, Christian is nationally recognized for his work on catastrophic personal injury, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and defamation matters.
For more than 36 years, Christian has been among the first attorneys trusted by lawyers, judges, physicians, business leaders, and other professionals when recommending counsel for catastrophic injury and wrongful death matters in Ohio. Backed by experience in more than 100 jury trials and a proven record of securing numerous eight-figure verdicts and settlements, he has earned a statewide reputation as one of Ohio’s leading advocates for plaintiffs in complex, high-stakes litigation.
Ohio Super Lawyers® honors outstanding attorneys through a rigorous selection process that combines peer nominations, independent research, and evaluations by fellow members of the legal profession. Attorneys who achieve the highest overall scores receive additional distinction through inclusion on the publication’s exclusive Ohio Super Lawyers® “Top Lists,” recognizing them among the state’s most accomplished legal professionals. Read more about the Super Lawyers® methodology for selection.