About Ballinger Legal
A legal practice dedicated to providing personalized care.
At Ballinger Legal, we believe estate planning should be both accessible and personalized. Our mission is to provide individuals and families with the comfort that comes from knowing their assets and wishes are protected.
By blending modern technology with compassionate, client-focused service, we offer efficient, transparent, and tailored legal solutions. Whether you're planning for the future or managing current responsibilities, we’re here to guide you every step of the way, ensuring your unique needs are met with care and attention.
Our Story
Ballinger Legal is a solo legal practice founded by Valerie Ballinger, driven by her vision of providing tailor-made, compassionate legal services. After years of contemplating the leap into solo practice, Valerie realized it was the perfect time to pursue her dream. She is supported by her sister-in-law, Mandy Ballinger, who brings her experience as Chief Operating Officer and paralegal.
Valerie and Mandy’s professional journey began at a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Trustee's office, and later at a law firm, honing their skills in legal operations and client service. Valerie’s legal career expanded into compliance, while Mandy advanced in legal tech. Now, nearly a decade later, they’ve reunited professionally blending their experience with a shared passion for customized, compassionate service.
Together, Valerie and Mandy bring a unique blend of legal, operational, and technological experience to support clients with care and professionalism. At Ballinger Legal, the focus is not just on creating estate plans, but on fostering meaningful, trusted relationships that provide peace of mind for every client.
Valerie Ballinger
Owner | Attorney at Law
Valerie Ballinger began her career as a case administrator at the Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Trustee's office, where she gained valuable paralegal experience. While taking time off of work to focus on raising her children, Valerie attended the Capital University Law School J.D. evening program. While in law school, Valerie served as both a staff member and editor of the Capital University Law Review. She also gained practical experience as a law clerk at a private law firm and as a legal extern with city government. Upon earning her J.D. in 2015, Valerie transitioned to the insurance industry, where she specialized in regulatory compliance, contract drafting, and business strategy.
Valerie is deeply involved in her kids' sports activities, frequently volunteering for team dinners and helping out with concession stand duties. In her spare time, she enjoys hiking with her family dog, Crew, as well as spending quality time with friends and family. She also loves traveling to visit the National Parks.
B.A., Summa Cum Laude, Capital University
J.D., Magna Cum Laude, Capital University Law School
Member of Columbus Bar Association
Bar Admission - Ohio, 2015
Mandy Ballinger
Chief Operating Officer | Paralegal
Mandy Ballinger brings over 15 years of experience in legal tech and operations, driven by a passion for helping people through efficient, innovative solutions. After graduating from Ohio Dominican University, she began her career as a paralegal and graduated first in her class from the Capital University Paralegal program.
Mandy’s career includes years of hands-on experience in law firms and nearly a decade building a legal tech startup, where she helped scale the company into a national leader. She applies her unique blend of legal experience and operational insight to the workflows and operations at Ballinger Legal. She focuses on making the estate planning process as seamless as possible, through technology and well-thought-out processes to save clients time and provide customized solutions.
Mandy is also a dedicated Girl Scout troop leader for her daughter’s Brownie troop, where she inspires young girls to explore, learn, and grow. She enjoys traveling with her family, reading historical fiction, listening to true crime podcasts, practicing hot yoga, and taking pictures of her beagle-mix while he sleeps.
Giving back to the community is important to Mandy; she and her daughter regularly volunteer together, delivering meals to clients through their monthly Meals-on-Wheels routes.
Highest Honors, Post-Baccalaureate Certificate, Capital University Law School
Member of Columbus Bar Association
