About
Courtney Werning’s legal career is a testament to her unwavering commitment to justice and her clients. She has dedicated herself to the representation of investors who find themselves in complex disputes with financial professionals, investment advisers, and brokerage firms. With a strong track record of success, Courtney’s practice encompasses litigation in state and appellate courts, as well as various alternative dispute resolution forums.
Courtney excels at aggressively preparing from day one to take a case to trial, which strengthens the chance for a successful outcome for her clients. Courtney’s recent civil cases and arbitrations have involved allegations related to unsuitable investment strategies, fraud and misrepresentation, Ponzi schemes, legal malpractice, elder financial abuse, securities act claims, and securities class actions.
Colleagues and clients alike recognize Courtney as a perfectionist who spares no effort in delivering the highest quality work. Her relentless attention to detail is exemplified by her determination to leave no stone unturned. It is not uncommon to find her in her office, surrounded by a sea of documents and emails, meticulously crafting a timeline of events to build her cases. If there is a single piece of evidence that can benefit her clients, rest assured, Courtney will unearth it.
What sets Courtney apart is her genuine care for her clients and the profound impact of her work on their lives. A poignant reminder of this commitment hangs proudly on her office wall—a note from a former client that reads, “Going forward, when I think of you, I will remember you as the ‘good guys’ who gave me my life back.” This simple yet heartfelt message serves as a constant source of motivation, driving Courtney to tirelessly champion her clients’ rights and seek the justice they deserve.
In the complex world of investment disputes, Courtney Werning stands as a beacon of dedication and unwavering commitment to her clients’ well-being. With her at their side, investors facing adversity can be assured of a fierce advocate who will stop at nothing to secure a brighter future.
Published Material:
Understanding Investment Adviser Disclosure Requirements: What Are You Not Seeing?
PIABA Bar Journal, Volume 29, 2022
Arbitration of Investor Claims in an Industry-Sponsored Forum – A Look Back at 20 Years of Lessons
Securities Arbitration Alert, October 2022
Raising the Bar to Expunge Broker Complaints: From the Claimants Attorney’s Prospective
Ohio Securities Bulletin, December 2018
Ohio Securities Act: The Need for Modernization of Civil Liability Remedies
Central Ohio Associate of Justice, 2018
The Aftermath of a Ponzi Scheme Collapse: Liability of Brokerage Firms; The Aftermath of a Ponzi Scheme Collapse: Liability of Brokerage Firms
Ohio Association of Justice 2014
Is the Bull Market Covering up Losses Caused by Stockbroker Misconduct?
Ohio Association of Justice, 2014
