About James Patrick
James P — Tyack is a founding partner at Tyack Law Firm, located at 536 S. High Street in Columbus, Ohio. Since 2000, he has been practicing law in Ohio, focusing primarily on criminal defense, civil litigation, and personal injury cases. His firm handles a diverse range of legal matters, including DUI/OVI, drug offenses, auto accidents, and medical malpractice. The firm’s commitment to client advocacy has established it as a reputable entity in the Columbus legal community.
Tyack earned his Juris Doctor from The Ohio State University Michael E — Moritz College of Law in 2000. Prior to his legal education, he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in History from Denison University in 1997. His academic background laid a strong foundation for his legal career — This lets the attorney approach cases with a well-rounded perspective. During his time in law school, he was actively involved in the Ethics Committee for six years, demonstrating his commitment to legal ethics and professionalism. In addition to his work on the Ethics Committee, Tyack chaired the Judicial Screening Committee of the Columbus Bar Association in 2016 and 2017.
This role involved evaluating candidates for judicial positions, further showcasing his dedication to the integrity of the legal system. His practice areas are extensive, encompassing white-collar crimes, domestic violence, drug offenses, firearm offenses, computer crimes, sex offenses, traffic offenses, felonies, and misdemeanors. Tyack also represents clients in personal injury and wrongful death cases, covering incidents such as auto accidents, trucking accidents, motorcycle accidents, slips and falls, premises liability, dog bites, and medical negligence. In 2009, Tyack represented a client before the U.S. Supreme Court, a significant milestone in his legal career that underscored his expertise and determination.
His accomplishments have not gone unnoticed; he has been recognized as "Best Lawyers' 2017 Columbus, OH Criminal Defense: General Practice 'Lawyer of the Year'" and named "Columbus CEO Top Lawyer, 2015" in personal injury law by Columbus CEO Magazine. Furthermore, he has been designated an "Ohio Super Lawyer" from 2014 to the present and included in "Best Lawyers in America: Non-White Collar Criminal Defense" since 2013. Tyack is an active member of several professional organizations, including the American Bar Association, Ohio State Bar Association, and the Columbus Bar Association. His involvement in these organizations supports his continuous professional development and community engagement. Fluent in English and conversational in Spanish, he is well-equipped to serve clients, ensuring that language barriers do not hinder access to quality legal representation.
