MEET THE BOARD

Erica Arras is an Associate at Ice Miller LLP, practicing in the firm's Litigation Group and focusing on complex commercial litigation and business disputes as both plaintiff and defense counsel in a wide variety of industries and fields. She is licensed to practice law in the State of Ohio and is admitted in The United States District Courts for the Southern and Northern Districts of Ohio. 

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Erica received her B.S. from The University of Akron, followed by obtaining her J.D. from The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law. She has been an active member of WLFC since being selected as a law student liaison in 2019. A native of Youngstown, Ohio, she regularly returns to her hometown to visit friends and family. As a first-generation lawyer, Erica is passionate about being involved in the legal community and mentoring law students and junior attorneys as they begin their careers. 

Liz Mote has over a decade of legal experience providing counsel on every aspect of serious injury and wrongful death claims on behalf of injured parties, criminal defense, as well as medical malpractice, products liability and complex consumer matters. She provides one-on-one representation and understands that needing legal representation, especially if you or someone you love is injured or accused of a crime, means this is a difficult time. Liz believes in providing transparent advice to help clients navigate the legal system.

Liz graduated from Capital University Law School, cum laude, in May 2010. In law school, she participated in the Jessup International Law Moot Court Team and made the Dean's List.

Before law school, Liz studied Classics at Kenyon College. There, she received a B.A. in Classics, cum laude, in 2007. In college, Liz worked on the Literary Magazine (HIKA) and was a tour guide for the Brown Family Environmental Center. She was fortunate enough to spend the spring and summer of 2006 studying abroad in Greece.

In 2003, Liz graduated from Columbus Academy as valedictorian.

Brandi supports clients through complex injuries and personal losses with her characteristic warmth, effervescence, and compassion. Her practice focuses on plaintiff’s personal injury litigation and wrongful death.

She is passionate about the Columbus legal community and in addition to her role with Women Lawyers of Franklin County, she serves as Secretary of The Chief Justice Thomas J. Moyer Inn of Court. Formerly, Brandi was an Ohio State Bar Foundation Fellow, Co-Chair of the Columbus Bar Association Young Lawyers Committee, and Columbus Bar Association Barrister Leader.  

Brandi graduated magna cum laude from Capital University Law School in 2017 where she was the Managing Editor of the Capital University Law Review, a Student Ambassador, and a pro bono honors student. Brandi also has a B.S. from Clemson University in environmental and natural resources with a concentration in economics and policy. Her Law Review article, which was published in 2017, married her passion for environmentalism, politics, and the law.

In her free time, Brandi volunteers with the Columbus Metropolitan Library in the Homework Help Center. She is a board member of the nonprofit Slow Food Columbus and a member of far too many book clubs. She loves reading in her hammock, spending time with her hyperactive dogs, and baking goodies for anyone and everyone.

Christie Huang is a Counsel at Nationwide, where she advises the company on its broad range of investments activities, providing practical legal advice to business stakeholders.

She earned her J.D. from Penn State Law and her B.S. from The Ohio State University.

Christie is a proud member of the Women Lawyers of Franklin County and is honored to step into the role of Treasurer. In this capacity, she looks forward to continuing to advance the organization’s mission of connecting and empowering women in the legal profession. Outside of work, Christie volunteers with LASCO, providing general legal advice during their Brief Advice Clinic, and is actively involved in local dog rescue efforts.

Gina began her law career managing the family firm Piacentino and Piacentino Co. LPA in Marion, Ohio. Gina was then approached by O’Connor, Acciani, & Levy, a Cincinnati-based partnership with no Central Ohio presence, to create and establish its Columbus office. Under her leadership and skill, the office quickly grew to have a reputable presence.

In 2014, Gina opened her own firm, bringing her considerable experience with litigation, particularly in personal injury, to guide and assist clients in her practice. Gina continues to be very active in both the Columbus and Marion communities. She has presented in several professional venues, speaking by invitation on a wide variety of topics including subrogation, ethics, client management and business ownership.

Personal experiences further bridge Gina’s depth of understanding and empathy so that she serves her clients to the highest and best of her abilities. Gina is a graduate of Miami University and the University of Akron School of Law.

Celia founded Broadview Legal to create a completely customizable practice for her clients that aligns with her core values. As an experienced legal strategist and litigator of over 15 years, clients rely on Celia to manage their toughest legal situations efficiently, adequately, and effectively. Through board service and community involvement, Celia enjoys helping girls and women develop their interests and create a foundation for a successful career. She also loves spending time with her children and large extended family.