Biography

Humphrey focuses his practice primarily in the areas of global business, corporate law, real estate financing, and creditors’ rights. He joined Kegler Brown in 2021.

Global Business + Corporate Law

In order to meet their business needs, organizations work with Humphrey to develop, implement and evaluate corporate strategies. Humphrey advises clients on establishing corporate entities abroad and growing their global presence. He assists with the negotiation and implementation of commercial agreements between U.S. companies and foreign companies, including the inherent privacy and data security implications, and advises businesses in their corporate mergers, project financing, and foreign investment. He also assists clients with obtaining licenses, navigating export control regulations, and understanding OFAC compliance.

Commercial Lending + Real Estate Financing

Humphrey represents borrowers, lenders, investors, and developers of all sizes in a wide range of financing transactions, including real estate acquisition financing, construction and permanent financing, affordable housing transactions, inventory and accounts receivable financing, and a wide variety of other asset-based loans.

Creditors’ Rights + Commercial Collections

With experience in assisting creditors in navigating the challenges of collection, Humphrey leverages his talents and experience in issues including commercial debt collections, garnishments, foreclosures, executions, receiverships, and more.

Practice Areas

Education

  • Capital University Law School (J.D., 2021)
    • Cum laude
    • Moot Court Executive Board, member (2020-2021)
    • Capital University Law Review, Vol. 48, staff member (2019-2020)
    • Black Law Student Association, president (2020-2021)
    • Dean’s Advisory Council on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, inaugural board member
    • Order of the Barrister
  • University de Yaoundé, II - Cameroon (Master I, International Law, 2013)

Bar Admissions

  • Ohio
  • New York
  • U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio

Professional Affiliations

  • American Bar Association
  • Columbus Bar Association
  • Commercial Law League, member
  • John Mercer Langston Bar Association, member
  • Ohio Bar Association

Special Honors

  • 2024 New Attorney Pro Bono Award, Legal Aid of Southeast and Central Ohio (LASCO)
  • Capital University Law School
    • Ron I. Friedman Memorial Service Award
    • CALI Excellence for the Future Award

Charitable + Civic Involvement

  • Capital University Law School, African American Law Alumni Association, board member
  • Directions For Youth & Families, Board Member