Nankin Lawyers

Experienced immigration attorney, with a focus on counseling engineering, information technology, health care and other corporate clients.

Richard West is unique. Due to a personal tragedy (broken back after falling off a rooftop) he was plunged deep into debt, and had to rebuild his own personal finances, which is why he closed his general law practice and now devotes himself to helping others recover financially.

I am a trial attorney in Cleveland, Ohio. I primarily focus on real estate litigation and business litigation. I have experience with contract dispute resolution for companies large and small, and I have represented both landlords and tenants in housing matters. I have litigated cases at the trial court and appellate court levels on the State of Ohio, as well as both the Northern and Southern District Courts of Ohio and the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals. I have successfully moved to deny certiori before the Supreme Court of Ohio. I am focused on dispute resolution and resolving client matters as quickly...

Attorney Rodd S. Lawrence received his Juris Doctorate from the University of Vanderbilt and was admitted to the both the Ohio Bar and the U.S. District Court Southern District of Ohio Bar in 1988. He’s a member of the Columbus Bar Association, Ohio State Bar Association and the American Bar Association. He has more than 20 years of experience practicing real estate and small business law. Rodd practices along side his wife Linda at Lawrence Law Office and they are 4 children together.

Mr. Doucet is a consumer and consumer finance attorney who solves complex legal problems with clear communication and creative strategies for his clients. He has deep experience in UDAAP regulations, including TILA, RESPA, EFTA, SCRA, FDCPA, ECOA, RICO, and FHA Regulations, plus some experience with CCPA, among others. He is most known for his defense of foreclosure to help people stay in their homes. His legal interests include contract drafting, FinTech, consumer-facing regulations, and strategic planning with a focus on meeting client’s objectives. He has published books including “Regulation Z of the Truth in Lending Act (integrated...

For more than fifteen years, Kristina has protected and counseled clients during the most difficult periods in their lives. She has developed a sophisticated federal and state practice with a particular focus on internet-based crimes. Her experience is regularly enlisted for complex cases involving allegations of sexual assault, and she has worked on national defense teams representing students and executives facing prosecution in the United States and abroad. Kristina is also extremely adept at working with families and defending juveniles facing prosecution, particularly when the child has a physical or mental disability.

Kristina has achieved great success protecting students and...

Ian Friedman is a partner at the law firm of Friedman & Nemecek, L.L.C., based in Cleveland, Ohio. He has earned a fierce reputation for successfully defending individuals and organizations in complex criminal and white collar matters. He is a frequent author and lecturer on matters related to criminal justice. He represents individuals and entities across the United States and has served as counsel in Europe, Asia, and South America.

Ian is the current President of the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association, and past-President of the Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. He was the first lawyer to...

Attorney Felice Harris began her legal career as an Appellate Attorney with the Office of the Ohio Public Defender and, after navigating the complexities of post-conviction practice, prosecuted misdemeanor offenses with the Columbus City Attorney. Shortly after returning to OPD, she began supervising the Juvenile Division where she managed on and off-site staff, prepared budgets, drafted grants, spoke at conferences, testified before the Ohio legislature, and collaborated with local and state agencies. In 2009, Attorney Harris opened her first solo practice, handling delinquency, criminal, A/N/D, and appellate matters. Harris Law Firm, LLC is now a boutique practice focusing on Criminal...

I have been in private practice for 48 years on an uninterrupted basis. I focus primarily in Employment Law and Civil Rights cases. I have extensive experience in litigation and in appellate cases. I have appeared before the United States Supreme Court and was able to obtain a successful reversal in the case of Breininger v. Sheet Metal Workers Union, 493 U.S. 67 (1989). I work very hard for my clients and devote long hours on each client's behalf in complex cases. I am a native of Toledo and my wife of 41 years, Karen, is a retired long time...

Although admitted to the Ohio Bar in 2010, Ms. Wood already has over 12 years of experience working on Domestic Relations cases. She began working at Edward F. Whipps & Associates in 2003 as a Legal Assistant and joined the firm as a full Associate in 2010. In 2014 she and Chelsea Long ventured out to create Wood & Long, LLC. As the child of divorced parents, Ms. Wood takes pleasure in assisting families in reaching amicable resolutions, while understanding that such a result is not always possible. When not working in the practice of law,...

Ronald R. Petroff was born in Cleveland, Ohio and graduated high school from the University School in Hunting Valley, Ohio. He attended Vanderbilt University as an undergraduate where he earned a bachelor’s degree and double majored in Political Science and American History. He graduated cum laude and was a member of the Sigma Chi fraternity. Mr. Petroff then attended The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law where he earned a certificate in Alternate Dispute Resolution and was a member of the National Labor and Employment Law Moot Court Team. Mr. Petroff also was a member of the National Trial...

While providing the personal attention of a small firm, our experience, knowledge of the law, qualified/trained staff, and cutting-edge technology, allow us to provide our clients with the highest quality legal services.

We use prompt, effective communication and action to assist individuals and small businesses in resolving their legal needs. We provide tailored legal services for complex matters.

We advise clients in all phases of their legal issues, including planning, strategies, negotiations, alternative dispute resolution, and litigation. We utilize a network of affiliated professional consultants, including other attorneys, to provide our clients with specialized counsel in a wide variety...

For 2021, as in 2017, 2019, and 2020, Super Lawyers ranked Frank Ray as the #1 lawyer in Ohio. After 41 years as an accomplished trial lawyer, in 2014, Frank Ray transitioned to service as a private mediator for a broad spectrum of civil cases. Drawing on experience as lead counsel in 129 civil trials, he serves as a neutral to assist adversaries achieve out-of-court settlement of complex civil disputes. Using the Zoom platform, Mr. Ray regularly hosts virtual audio-visual mediation conferences for adversary parties and their counsel. For in-person mediation conferences, assuming reliably safe circumstances,...

Attorney Robert Goldstein was born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In 1983, Attorney Goldstein moved to Cleveland, Ohio, to attend Case Western Reserve University, where he served as Secretary of his fraternity, Zeta Beta Tau, and President of his class for his first two years of college. After earning his degree in Psychology, Attorney Goldstein worked a series of jobs ranging from computer consulting to selling fire extinguishers door-to-door, while he explored a career in stand-up comedy. Two years later, having not successfully earned his own late night talk show, Attorney Goldstein decided to pursue a...

Sherrod Seward, Esq., is a renowned attorney and business strategist based in South Florida. As the principal of Sherrod Sports Visas, he has secured O and P visas for elite clients, including boxing champions Canelo Alvarez and Tyson Fury, NFL players, NASCAR teams, and One Championship fighters. His work extends to current partnerships with several world champions, solidifying his reputation in sports immigration law. Sherrod also brings extensive experience in trade finance, having served as a broker for export trade credit and political risk insurance with International Risk Consultants Inc., the largest specialty brokerage in the U.S. He played a...

Amanda Burgess is a Keating Firm LTD. associate that practices in the areas of personal injury, criminal defense, and traffic/OVI defense. Burgess is a member of the Ohio State, Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky and Kentucky Bar Associations.

With licenses to practice law in Kentucky, Ohio, and various Federal Courts, Steve Crandall has been a top trial lawyer for nearly 30 years. Steve’s goals are to first investigate your case to get you answers and then focus on holding those responsible for the mistakes that changed your life. Steve’s clients can attest to the fact that Steve is responsive, keeps them constantly updated and aggressively pursues their case. Steve also remains their lawyer for life. Steve Crandall is a force to be reckoned with in the legal world. His experience, trial skills and connections in the legal industry allow...

David M. Benson is a long-time resident of Cleveland Heights and a practicing attorney since 1993. He has represented hundreds of Ohioans, most of them in bankruptcies on behalf of consumers and small businesses. He has extensive experience in counseling clients on the most advantageous alternatives relating to debt issues, including mortgage foreclosure defense, loan modifications, deeds in lieu of foreclosure and short sales. In addition to bankruptcy and foreclosure issues, Mr. Benson’s practice has included civil litigation arising from small business disputes, debt collection abuse, workplace injuries, disability, motor vehicle accidents and real estate matters. Mr. Benson is...

Susan’s life work is to help students in crisis and to meet their legal needs. She handles matter ranging from special education issues, student disciplinary matters and Title IX investigations. Susan has the knowledge and experience required to navigate due process complaints and shaping of 504 Plans and Individualized Education Programs. She also handles student matters involving hazing, bullying and social media.

Susan has gained a national reputation for representing student and professors in Title IX cases. She is routinely hired as a student advisor for the campus investigation and hearing phase of proceedings and also subsequent university...

Brenden P. Kelley, Esq. Carrying on a Family Legacy—And Forging His Own Path Raised in a household of legal professionals, Brenden Kelley learned early on that the law can protect or harm, depending on who wields it. His father, a trial lawyer for Ohio Steelworkers, and his mother, a former Cleveland Heights judge, modeled a life of advocacy and integrity. But at sixteen, Brenden saw the justice system fail his own family—an experience that fueled his drive to protect others from legal malpractice and betrayal. After sharpening his litigation skills at a boutique firm, Brenden launched his own practice in 2022. His mission:...

If you are charged with a criminal offense and require aggressive representation, please contact Charlotte, North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney Ron Frey of The Frey Law Firm, PLLC at (844) 766-3739 for a free consultation. Please visit us on the web at http://www.FreyLegal.com

Attorney Travis Mohler concentrates his practice on representing individuals who have been injured or killed by the negligence or carelessness of others. He has experience in litigating claims involving wrongful death, catastrophic injuries, “deliberate intent” (workplace accidents), construction accidents, industrial accidents, and tractor trailer accidents. Travis also focuses his practice on representing consumers injured by defective products in product liability actions. In addition, Travis routinely represents clients in claims involving trucking accidents, motor vehicle accidents, and other personal injury claims. Since joining Colombo Law in 2007, Travis has served as co-counsel on many wrongful death and catastrophic injury verdicts...

Elizabeth Abdnour is an attorney and partner at Abdnour Weiker LLP fighting for fair and equitable treatment at school and in the workplace. Liz is an experienced, compassionate, and client-centered attorney and advocate who has committed her career to working towards justice and equality for all people. Liz's legal expertise includes special education, school discipline, Title IX, civil rights, disability, employment, and sexual and domestic violence. ? For the first eight years of her career, Liz worked as a legal services attorney, representing low-income individuals in a variety of civil legal matters. Liz spent two years as the supervising attorney of a...

Matthew J.P. Coffman has been passionate about helping people for as long as anyone can remember. It has been his desire to help those individuals who are truly in need. This desire fuels Matthew’s relentlessness when fighting for his clients daily. Whether clients are dealing with discrimination, harassment, retaliation, job loss, or not being paid their full and proper wages, Matthew connects with them to understand their issue and identify the pathway to a successful conclusion.

Stephen is a Columbus native, having graduated from Thomas Worthington High School, Ohio State University, and Capital University Law School. After law school, he spent five years at Christopher M. Cooper Co., LPA, practicing in a variety of areas, but focusing mainly on criminal law.

In 2013, Stephen opened his own practice dealing exclusively with criminal law and appeals throughout the state of Ohio and in federal court. He has tried cases ranging from minor traffic offenses through complex murder cases. He is death penalty certified and a member of the CJA panel in federal court. He has also handled appeals...

Allison started the firm in 2014 to better serve her clients. She believed in providing high-quality work in a more efficient manner, utilizing more technology, and an agile team to achieve the goal. We utilize flat fee billing where appropriate so our Client knows exactly how much the services will cost. I have been working with small businesses since I was born (and since I became a lawyer). I love getting to know the business owner and see their vision for the business. Once I know where the business is going, I can provide counsel to help the business achieve...

Sean works with clients who have suffered life-altering harm. His practice focuses on wrongful death, serious injury, legal malpractice, and product liability cases.

Before joining Cooper Elliott, Sean worked as a Staff Attorney with the Honorable Richard A. Frye of the Franklin County Court of Common Pleas, where he was heavily involved in all aspects of civil litigation matters.

Sean lives in Worthington with his wife, son, daughter, and two pets (Bill and Ted).

Environmental legal expert Christina Wieg leverages her deep government and industry experience to advise clients on complex environmental issues. From litigation to regulatory matters, she tackles challenges related to air and water quality, waste management, and compliance across various industries. Prior to joining Frost Brown Todd, Christina honed her skills for over twelve years at the Ohio EPA, where she rose to Supervisor in the Air Pollution Control Division. There, she led the charge in inspections, permitting negotiations, enforcement actions, and overall divisional operations. Her expertise spans diverse sectors including steel production, paper manufacturing, asphalt plants, and oil and gas facilities. A...

Ali is a trilingual attorney (English, Arabic, & Spanish) licensed in Ohio. His diverse professional and cultural experiences afford him a unique perspective when it comes to problem solving. He prides himself on working efficiently and diligently, being respectful to colleagues and clients, and ensuring excellent results. He has previous experience in business law, public policy, criminal, divorce, and immigration law, and is eager to assist clients and the community with their legal needs!

Bob Cochran is a former prosecutor and trial lawyer with over 26 years of experience. In 2018, he left a large law firm in Columbus, Ohio to start his own firm and focus on representing individuals and businesses charged with a crime or facing a government investigation. He also represents health care providers under investigation for Medicare, Medicaid, and other types of health care fraud, as well as licensing and regulatory problems and issues.

Bob previously served as an Assistant County Prosecutor and Assistant Ohio Attorney General where he prosecuted environmental crimes and later served as the Assistant Chief of Ohio’s...

Mark is a partner at Abdnour Weiker, LLP where he focuses his practice on all aspects of school law, representing students, parents, educators and school employees. Mark formerly served as day-to-day and defense counsel to traditional public schools, but started representing students/parents/educators in 2014 when he co-founded the firm he currently manages. Mark represents students preschool through PhD in disciplinary and education issues, and represents school employees in school discipline, contract and separation issues, and for education licensure investigations conducted by the Ohio Department of Education. Mark has written and spoken on a variety of education-related topics including FERPA,...

Attorney Jon J. Saia is a founding lawyer at the Ohio firm, The Law Offices of Saia & Piatt, Inc. Mr. Saia is a member of the Delaware Bar Association, the Columbus Bar Association, and the Ohio State Bar Association. With over 23 years of legal experience, Attorney Saia is highly qualified to take on even the most complicated criminal cases. If you would like to find out more about the benefits of working with Attorney Saia, do not wait to contact The Law Offices of Saia & Piatt, Inc.

Eleana is a trial lawyer with almost 20 years of experience in litigating personal injury and medical negligence cases. She practices with her husband, Dennis Yacobozzi in the law firm of Yacobozzi Drakatos, LLC. Her focus is on efficiently maximizing her clients' recovery. She is dedicated to the legal profession and its teaching. She is adjunct faculty for the Paralegal Program at Columbus State Community College. She served as the President of the Ohio State Bar Association (2019-2020) and the President of the Women Lawyers of Franklin County (2013-2014). She frequently mentors young attorneys and is passionate about advancing women...

The Donahey Law firm has been helping accident and injury victims for over 50 years throughout the entire state of Ohio. We maintain an unwavering commitment to helping injured people obtain fair compensation for their pain and suffering, and to never representing insurance companies or corporations. We are proud of the personal injury verdicts and settlements we have achieved on behalf of our clients.

Adam Burke is a criminal defense attorney practicing in Columbus, Ohio. He is passionate about defending the rights of men and women facing criminal charges. Since 2008, Mr. Burke has concentrated his practice on aggressively defending clients charged with serious felony and misdemeanor offenses.

Mr. Burke earned his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from The Ohio State University and his Juris Doctor from Capital University Law School. While attending Capital University Law School, he earned the CALI Excellence for the Future Award for achieving the highest grade in the Criminal Law Course taught by the renowned former Professor and Criminal...

PRACTICE AREAS: Business Transactional Services White Collar Defense EDUCATION: Capital University Law School, Columbus, Ohio Honors: Order of the Curia Law Review: Capital University Law Review, Executive Publishing Editor Berklee College of Music Summa Cum Laude BAR ADMISSION: Ohio U.S. Court of Appeals 6th Circuit U.S. District Court Northern District of Ohio U.S. District Court Southern District of Ohio HONORS: Super Lawyers, “Rising Stars,” 2019-2022 Martindale-Hubbell, "AV Preeminent" (Peer Reviewed for Highest Level of Professional Excellence), 2016-2022 Columbus CEO Magazine, "Top Lawyers," 2017-2021

Aaron B. Epling operates Epling Law Office, LLC; serving all of Ohio and limited primarily to estate planning and probate law. He routinely assists clients in the orderly and tax efficient transfer of wealth during life and after death by preparing all related estate planning documents; representing fiduciaries of trusts, decedent’s estates and guardianships; planning for incapacity and elder concerns; planning for employee benefits; planning charitable gifts; and handling tax controversy and fiduciary litigation. Aaron resides in Hilliard, Ohio with his wife, Tiffany, and three girls. He is an avid golfer and racquetball player and he enjoys...

Joe is licensed to practice law in the State of Ohio, and is a member of the Toledo Bar Association, the Ottawa County Bar Association, the Lucas County Bar Association, and the Ohio State Bar Association. He serves on the Toledo Bar Association's Technology Committee and Newsletter Committee. Joe frequently presents to various groups in the Northwest Ohio region on technology topics relevant to the legal profession, is a contributing columnist for the TBA Newsletter writing articles on using technology in the legal profession, provides technology support for the Northwest Ohio legal community through Pileus Legal Technology, LLC, and...

Experienced auto accident, personal injury, and bankruptcy attorney with over 20 years of experience.

Available 7 days a week for free consultation regarding auto accident injury cases.

We treat our clients with respect and strive to give them aggressive representation.

Insurance companies are not interested in giving "fair" settlements. They act in their own self interest. If you want an advocate for your interests, please contact Fred Boyk

Attorney Bruce Epstein is certifed as a specialist in consumer bankruptcy by the American Board of Certification. He has offices in Boardman and Warren Ohio. A graduate of Northwestern University and the Ohio Northern University College of Law, Attorney Epstein was a Law Clerk to the Chief Judge of the US District Court for the Northern District of Ohio in 1978 and has been in private practice since then. A free bankruptcy consultation is offered.