Business Details
43 Years
experience
Your Trusted Title & Escrow Partner in Central Ohio
Esquire Title Service has been a trusted name in the title and escrow industry since 1983. Originally established as Wiles Title Agency in downtown Columbus, Ohio, our company has grown strategically to better serve clients across central Ohio, with current operations based in New Albany. We specialize in providing comprehensive title insurance, escrow services, and closing solutions for both residential and commercial real estate transactions. Our commitment to customer service drives our flexible approachwe travel to clients' preferred locations, including realtors' offices, lenders' facilities, or private homes, to ensure timely and convenient closings. We maintain a downtown Columbus office at Two Miranova Place for clients who prefer in-person meetings. As an independent title agency, we prioritize transparency and integrity by avoiding conflicts of interest through our strict no-referral-fee policy.Our team approach ensures continuity, with multiple staff members trained to assist with every transaction. Advanced technology safeguards our clients' data through secure, cloud-based systems with nationwide redundancies. We exclusively provide title insurance through First American Title Insurance Company, one of the industry's most respected carriers. With decades of combined experience, our professionals bring deep expertise in real estate law, escrow management, and transaction coordination. Our long-standing relationships with lenders, realtors, and homeowners reflect our consistent delivery of reliable, client-focused service.
Services
Title Insurance
Escrow Services
Closing Services
Document Preparation
Commercial Transactions
Residential Closings
Online Ordering
Policy Production
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We operate as an independent title agency with no conflicts of interest
- Our team approach ensures continuity with multiple staff trained on each file
- Secure cloud-based systems protect client data with nationwide redundancies
- Exclusive partnership with First American Title Insurance Company guarantees quality coverage
- Decades of experience serving central Ohio's real estate community since 1983
Services
Title Insurance
We provide comprehensive title insurance through First American Title Insurance Company. Our services protect property owners and lenders against title defects, liens, and ownership disputes. We offer both owner's and mortgagee policies with all available endorsements as prescribed by Ohio's Department of Insurance.
Escrow Services
Our escrow services include document preparation and fund management for real estate transactions. We handle all aspects of escrow from initial deposit to final disbursement, ensuring compliance with all legal requirements while maintaining strict security protocols throughout the transaction process.
Closing Services
We offer flexible closing solutions for residential and commercial transactions. Our team conducts closings at client-preferred locations including realtors' offices, lenders' facilities, or private homes. We maintain a downtown Columbus office for clients preferring in-person meetings and provide mobile closing services across central Ohio.
Online Ordering
Our internet-based title production system enables secure online ordering for lenders and realtors. The platform provides interactive access to closing files with multiple security safeguards. Users can submit refinance requests, access documents, and track transaction progress through our cloud-based system.
Document Preparation
We prepare all necessary documents for real estate transactions including deeds, mortgages, and settlement statements. Our experienced staff ensures accurate documentation for both residential and commercial properties, maintaining compliance with Ohio's real estate laws and insurance regulations.
People
Bruce H. Burkholder
President
Specializing in real estate law and business contracts, Bruce has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America (2014) and Ohio Super Lawyers (2012, 2020). He frequently lectures on real estate and hospitality law matters.
Richard D. Bringardner
Chief Executive Officer
As CEO, Richard specializes in estate planning and real estate law. A certified specialist in estate planning, probate, and trusts, he has been recognized as an Ohio Super Lawyer in 2012 and frequently speaks at industry associations.
Karen L. Lash
Office Manager
With 36 years of experience at Esquire Title Service, Karen manages commercial and residential closings. She brings extensive expertise in handling complex real estate transactions and client relations, previously working in the legal field before joining the company.
Cathy Merriman
Post Closing Policy Production
Cathy handles policy preparation and office management. She brings valuable clerical expertise to our title services, managing daily operations while maintaining strong relationships with buyers, sellers, lenders, and realtors through effective communication.
Rachel Condit
Escrow Officer/Closer
Rachel brings over a decade of experience from the Delaware County Clerk's Office. She specializes in client relations, guiding clients through the homeownership process with personalized attention to each transaction's unique requirements.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve central Ohio including Columbus, Westerville, and New Albany. Our mobile closing services extend to client-preferred locations throughout Franklin and Delaware Counties.
What title insurance options do you offer?
We provide both owner's and mortgagee title insurance policies through First American Title Insurance Company, including all available endorsements required by Ohio's Department of Insurance.
How do your closing services work?
We offer flexible closing options at our downtown Columbus office, realtors' offices, lenders' facilities, or private homes. Our team coordinates with all parties to ensure convenient, timely transactions.
Can I order services online?
Yes, our internet-based system allows secure online ordering for refinance closings and document tracking. The platform provides interactive access to closing files with multiple security safeguards.
Are you an independent title agency?
Yes, we maintain strict independence with no affiliated business arrangements. This ensures unbiased service and cost-effective fees through our direct relationship with First American Title Insurance Company.
