John Justus
About John Justus
John Justus is a Controller with extensive experience in financial management and accounting. He has worked at Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP since 2017 and previously held key roles at prominent law firms, including WilmerHale and Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP.
Work at Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP
John Justus has served as the Controller at Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP since 2017. In this role, he oversees financial operations and ensures the integrity of financial reporting. His responsibilities include managing financial planning, analysis, and budget processes, contributing to the firm's financial health. Justus's experience in the legal sector enhances his ability to navigate the complexities of law firm finance.
Previous Experience at WilmerHale
Before joining Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP, John Justus worked at WilmerHale as a Financial Planning & Analysis Manager from 2011 to 2017. During his six years at the firm, he was involved in financial analysis and reporting, supporting the firm's financial strategy and decision-making processes. His role contributed to the financial management of an AmLaw Top 25 law firm.
Education and Expertise
John Justus earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Accounting from Ohio University, where he studied from 1984 to 1988. His educational background provides a solid foundation in accounting principles and practices, which he applies in his current and previous roles in financial management within the legal sector.
Background in Accounting
John Justus has extensive experience in accounting, having held various positions in the field since 1997. He worked as an Accountant at Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP from 1997 to 2001, later advancing to General Accounting Manager at the same firm from 2004 to 2011. He also served as a Senior Accountant at Sysco Foods from 2001 to 2004. His diverse roles have equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of financial operations in different environments.
Contributions to Legal Financial Management
Throughout his career, John Justus has made significant contributions to financial management in law firms. He led the creation and installation of billing templates for the Elite accounting system at a law firm with 350 attorneys. Additionally, he was a major contributor to the annual budget and led the development of annual billing rates at an AmLaw Top 25 law firm. His efforts have improved financial processes and reporting within these organizations.