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Hans Andrew Nilges
North Canton, OH Attorney
Free ConsultationEmployment
I have been an employment attorney for my entire career, and I have a passion for this area of the law. This passion has led me to achieve a deep knowledge of various employment laws including various forms of wrongful termination, employment discrimination, medical leave issues, and wage and hour violations.
At Nilges Draher LLC, we will often attempt to resolve issues outside of court. But if that is not possible, we are not afraid to litigate in court. In that regard, my firm and I are very experienced. For example, I have litigated over 200 overtime and minimum wage cases...
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Martin Bielat
Cleveland, OH Lawyer with 6 years of experience
Free ConsultationCleveland State University Cleveland-Marshall College of Law
Martin Bielat LLC was founded on the idea of providing valuable legal solutions for environmental and real estate issues. The firm, started in 2019 by Martin Bielat, Esq., focuses on two key areas of law – environmental and real estate – but also takes clients in a wide variety of other practice areas like collections, business management, and estate planning.
Nestled in the innovative Cleveland-Marshall Solo Practice Incubator near Playhouse Square, Martin Bielat LLC prides itself on working conjunctively with its clients in order to illuminate the best solution. The firm recognizes that all cases are unique and that sometimes arriving...
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Kenneth Marshall Zerrusen
Akron, OH Attorney with 25 years of experience
Nursing Home, Personal Injury, Products Liability and Workers' Comp
University of Akron School of Law
Upon completion of his education from The University of Akron’s School of Law in 1999, Ken began his legal career at the law firm of Aronson & Associates. Ken’s primary focus has always been personal injury, and he has represented thousands of injured claimants. Ken strives to obtain the most favorable results for his clients, and has ensured that they are treated fairly by the insurance industry. Through his hard work, Ken has been admitted to practice in multiple courts throughout the country, has argued on behalf of plaintiffs in various appellate courts, and has even argued insurance law in...
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Benjamin Baird de Forest II
Massillon, OH Lawyer with 40 years of experience
Elder
Ohio Northern University
I AM AVAILABLE TO MEET WITH FAMILY AT NURSING HOME OR RESIDENCE. SERVING STARK, SUMMIT, PORTAGE, and MEDINA COUNTIES.
I have been in practice 34 years with the last 25 years focused in the area of Elder Law, seeking to assist families with the sometimes daunting questions about Nursing Home Admissions and how to pay for care while also protecting as much of the family nest egg as possible.
Proper planning can require execution of the right legal documents, structuring assets, making gifts to ultimately benefit the children or other heirs, assisting in finding a proper Nursing Home, maximizing the assets and...
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B. Nicole Bush
Independence, OH Attorney with 11 years of experience
(216) 642-3342
6055 Rockside Woods Blvd.
Ste. 200
Independence, OH 44131
Free ConsultationDivorce, Family and Juvenile
Cleveland State University
Nicole Bush is an associate representing clients in the area of family law. Nicole has extensive experience handling matters involving custody disputes, child support, dissolution and divorce cases. She practices regularly in the juvenile and domestic relations courts in northeast Ohio. Nicole brings a compassionate and practical approach to all of her cases and ensures that her clients thoroughly understand every aspect of their cases enabling them to make informed choices. Nicole is able to bring the majority of her cases to settlement but is prepared to vigorously advocate for her clients in trial if necessary.
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Andrew Simon
Independence, OH Attorney with 39 years of experience
Divorce and Family
Cleveland State University Cleveland-Marshall College of Law
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Taurean J. Shattuck
Independence, OH Attorney
Employment
Cleveland State University Cleveland-Marshall College of Law
At Spitz, The Employee's Law Firm, Taurean Shattuck serves as a Partner, bringing his expertise in employment law to the team. A distinguished graduate of Cleveland Marshall College of Law, Taurean completed his legal education in 2017 with highest honors, earning summa cum laude recognition.
During his time as a law student, Taurean demonstrated leadership and academic excellence through various roles. He led the Black Law Students' Association as President, contributed to the Cleveland State Law Review with a published article, and honed his skills as a member of the trial team. Additionally, Taurean shared his knowledge by working as a...
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William J. Davis
East Liverpool, OH Attorney with 51 years of experience
Business, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Ohio State University - Columbus
Bill Davis, a native of East Liverpool, graduated from the Ohio State University School of Law and immediately joined Aronson and Fineman. By 1986 he had already tried enough personal injury and wrongful death jury trials that he earned certification as a Civil Trial Specialist by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. He is a member of the American Trial Lawyers Association and the State Trial Lawyers Associations of Ohio, West Virginia and Pennsylvania. He is a former President of the Columbiana County Bar Association, a former Trustee of the Ohio Academy of Trial Lawyers, and a former Governor of...
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Allison Mantz McMeechan
Cleveland, OH Attorney with 20 years of experience
Free ConsultationElder, Estate Planning and Social Security Disability
Cleveland State University Cleveland-Marshall College of Law
Allison M. McMeechan received her Juris Doctor degree from Cleveland-Marshall College of Law and her Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminal Justice Studies from the University of Dayton. Allison's practice areas focus on elder law, life care planning, long term care planning, and special needs planning. Allison has published articles and has spoken in the areas of probate, estate planning, government benefits, and special needs trusts. Her audiences include bar associations, non-profit organizations, and other professional organizations. Allison is a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys National and Ohio Chapters, as well as the Ohio State Bar...
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Matthew Mark Hanley
Cleveland, OH Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Immigration
Creighton University
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Jacqueline Greene
Cleveland, OH Attorney with 13 years of experience
Civil Rights and Criminal Defense
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
Jacqueline Greene joined Friedman & Gilbert in February 2014. Jacqueline’s civil rights practice focuses primarily on police and prison/jail misconduct, wrongful convictions and wrongful imprisonment, and other government misconduct.
Jacqueline also provides criminal defense representation in federal, state, and municipal criminal cases.
In addition, Jacqueline serves as Co-Coordinator for the Ohio Chapter of the National Lawyers Guild. In this capacity, Jacqueline recruits and organizes pro bono criminal defense attorneys for political criminal cases in the Greater Cleveland area, defends protesters herself, and represents the NLG in civil litigation. Jacqueline also trains and organizes NLG Legal Observers (who observe law enforcement conduct at...
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Stephen John Petras Jr.
Cleveland, OH Lawyer with 45 years of experience
PNC Center, Suite 3200
1900 East Ninth Street
Cleveland, OH 44114
Business and International
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
Steve Petras practices international business transactions as a partner in the Business Practice Group. He has facilitated commercial and corporate transactions in most countries throughout the world. When representing companies seeking to expand operations in foreign jurisdictions or in business transactions with parties from different countries, Steve seeks to create effective and efficient corporate and tax structures and enforceable agreements in the multiple jurisdictions involved. Furthermore, he advises on the compliance of the business activities and the parties with the applicable U.S. and foreign laws and regulations. Steve has deep experience representing clients in the manufacturing and technology industries,...
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Joseph Peter Koncelik
Cleveland, OH Attorney
Administrative and Environmental
For fifteen years, I have been actively involved in environmental law, both as an attorney and as a regulator. I am a partner at the law firm of Frantz Ward in Cleveland and head the firm’s environmental practice. I represent businesses in all areas of federal and state environmental law, including laws governing hazardous waste clean up, brownfield redevelopment, solid waste, water, wetland and air regulation.
Prior to joining Frantz Ward, I was in the senior management of Ohio EPA, holding the positions of Director, Assistant Director and Chief Legal Council. I also worked in the Ohio Attorney General's Office...
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Brent Buckley
Cleveland, OH Lawyer with 43 years of experience
(216) 363-1400
1400 Fifth Third Center
600 Superior Avenue E
Cleveland, OH 44114
Appeals, Business, Legal Malpractice and White Collar Crime
Cleveland State University
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Edward R Jansen
Cleveland, OH Attorney with 24 years of experience
Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
Cleveland State University
Edward R Jansen is committed to helping his clients navigate the difficult process of domestic relations and family law issues. As such, he strives to provide professional, competent and personal representation of her clients during what, for most people, is the most stressful time in their lives. His goal is to obtain the best possible result in a timely and cost effective manner. Attorney Jansen has been practicing law for over 10 years exclusively in the area of domestic relations and family law matters. He has practiced in various courts throughout Northeast Ohio, including the counties of Cuyahoga, Summit,...
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Scott Friedman
Cleveland, OH Attorney
(216) 241-1007
1360 E. 9th Street, Suite 600
IMG Building
Cleveland, OH 44113
Free ConsultationAppeals, Criminal Defense and Military
Cleveland State University
Scott has experience litigating a wide variety of cases in federal, state, and military courts. Scott began his legal career as an attorney in the United States Army Judge Advocate General’s Corps (“JAG Corps”). As a JAG Corps attorney, Scott served as a military prosecutor in Fort Hood, Texas, leading the prosecution of servicemembers for involuntary manslaughter, sexual assault, child abuse, drug trafficking, theft of military equipment, and military desertion. Scott also served as a civil litigator with the U.S. Army Legal Services Agency. As a civil litigator, he represented the U.S. Army in environmental disputes between the U.S. Government...
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Russell S. Bensing
Cleveland, OH Lawyer with 49 years of experience
(216) 241-6650
600 IMG Building
1360 East Ninth Street
Cleveland, OH 44114
Appeals and Criminal Defense
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
I've been practicing criminal law for over 40 years. I've handled more than 300 appeals, in the Ohio appellate courts, the Ohio Supreme Court, and the US 6th Circuit.
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Gregory J McCleery
Carrollton, OH Lawyer
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Divorce, Energy and Estate Planning
University of Akron
Attorney Gregory J. McCleery represents clients throughout southeastern Ohio, primarily in the areas of oil and gas, real estate, wills and criminal law. Greg began his career in public service, dealing with a wide spectrum of legal problems. He has also worked extensively with both landowners and drillers in the Marcellus and Utica shale, and served as a title supervisor overseeing an experienced team of title abstractors.
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Robert Danzinger
Cleveland, OH Lawyer with 32 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Family and Real Estate
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
As a property tax attorney, Robert (“Kip”) has extensive experience in the area of property tax litigation, and related matters. For nearly 25 years, he has handled property tax matters in all 88 Ohio counties and in various jurisdictions throughout the country. In addition, Kip has represented clients in civil, business and family law disputes inclusive of litigating cases and arguing appeals in the Courts of Common Pleas, Appellate District Courts, Federal District Courts and the Supreme Court of Ohio. Recently, Kip successfully argued and established legal precedent in favor of Ohio taxpayers in Groveport Madison Local Schools Bd. of...
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George Mineff Jr
Cleveland, OH Lawyer
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury and Workers' Comp
George Mineff, Jr., an alumnus of Augusta Military Academy, The University of South Carolina, and Cleveland-Marshall College of Law, has been practicing law in downtown Cleveland since 1984, expertly handling cases across northern Ohio. Passionate about his work from the beginning, he enjoys engaging with people and addressing their legal challenges. His dedication has led to a significant client base, representing individuals in Municipal Courts and Court of Common Pleas throughout Ohio. Proud of his dedicated staff, his personal approach has fostered confidence among clients, prompting them to recommend his services for personal injury cases.
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Michael L. Fortney
Akron, OH Attorney with 39 years of experience
Arbitration & Mediation, Business, Construction and Employment
Cleveland State University
I am an attorney, arbitrator and mediator with expertise in construction law, employment and labor law, litigation, and business disputes. I have litigated and served as a neutral in hundreds of cases involving construction disputes, commercial business disputes, and employment disputes. AV rated by Martindale Hubbell since 1994, signifying the highest standard of legal abilities and professional ethics and conduct. Member of the ADR Federal Court Panel for the Northern District of Ohio, the panel of arbitrators for the American Arbitration Association, serving as an employment, construction and commercial arbitrator, a member and former Chair of the Construction Advisory Council...
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Monica Denise DeRamus
Canton, OH Attorney
(330) 617-1390
116 Cleveland Avenue NW
804 Courtyard Centre Building
Canton, OH 44702
Free ConsultationBusiness, Divorce, Estate Planning and Family
Cleveland State University Cleveland-Marshall College of Law
Prior to forming Monica D. DeRamus, LLC, in Canton, Ohio, Monica worked as an attorney in Cleveland, OH, where she assisted local businesses in business formation, contract drafting and contract review. She also worked as a solo practitioner where her main practice consisted of domestic relations law, juvenile law, contract drafting and contract review. Currently, she focuses her practice areas to estate planning, bankruptcy, and providing legal services to small business owners. Monica was employed full-time while pursuing a law degree from Cleveland-Marshall College of Law at Cleveland State University. She served as a member of the Black Law Student...
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Justin Michael Weatherly
Cleveland, OH Lawyer with 21 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
Justin Weatherly is a criminal defense attorney in Cleveland and a partner at Henderson & Weatherly, Co. LPA. Since 2004, Mr. Weatherly has practiced law in Ohio. Over the years, he has gained extensive experience in both civil and criminal litigation including numerous trials. As a result of his record of legal diligence, The National Trial Lawyers Association recognized him as one of their Top 100 Trial Lawyers in 2014. Attorney Weatherly is a graduate of University of Dayton and Case Western Reserve School of Law. His firm is happy to provide free case evaluations—contact them today to get one.
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P. Lynn Seifert
Richfield, OH Attorney with 25 years of experience
Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce, Family and Juvenile
University of Akron School of Law
Lynn is an attorney with more than 14 years of experience and a mediator that focuses on family issues. She is also trained in the area of Collaborative Divorce, a process for obtaining a Divorce without litigation. Lynn's experience includes working as a mediator for the Cuyahoga County Domestic Relations Court and the Summit County Juvenile Court, and as an Assistant County Prosecutor in Cuyahoga County in the Children and families Division.
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Ernest Lavell Wilkerson Jr
Cleveland, OH Lawyer
Business, Municipal and Personal Injury
University of Pennsylvania Law School
Attorney with over 35 years experience.
Credentials: Editor of Law Review in Ivy League Law School; trained in the large corporate law firms.
Matters handled:
substantial injuries, civil litigation, nursing home negligence, dog bites, accidents (motor vehicle, motorcycle, truck, train, bicycles, etc), business law, municipal bonds, commercial transactions, real estate.
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Elizabeth Anne Burick
Canton, OH Lawyer
Business, Elder, Estate Planning and Insurance Claims
Are you in need of a Canton, OH estate planning attorney, yet unsure of where you can even begin to search for the right kind of assistance? You can breathe more easily now, because you have come to the right place! Elizabeth A. Burick Co. LPA exists to support individuals like you, and Attorney Burick is equipped, experienced, and ready to assist you today. She received her undergraduate degree from The University of Akron, before going on to earn her Juris Doctorate at The University of Akron, School of Law. Attorney Burick offers services in both estate planning and personal...
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Justin M. Smith
Chagrin Falls, OH Attorney with 25 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Foreclosure Defense
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
Attorney Justin M. Smith is the founder of J.M. Smith Co., LPA a law firm serving clients throughout Northeast Ohio in the practice areas of Consumer Bankruptcy, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury and Real Estate Law.
Attorney Smith and his firm have helped clients through some of the most difficult situations they may encounter in their lives. This includes the decision to file bankruptcy, accusations of criminal charges and devastating personal injuries. J.M. Smith Co., LPA offers personalized service, support and advice to those in need of legal services.
Attorney Smith is a graduate of Case Western Reserve School of Law...
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Alexander Edward Gertsburg
Chagrin Falls, OH Attorney
(440) 571-7777
100 North Main Street
Suite 300
Chagrin Falls, OH 44022
Business and Civil Rights
Alex has represented private and publicly- traded companies and non-profit organizations of all sizes, as well as their owners, in litigation along the entire spectrum of business disputes: commercial and contract, real estate, shareholder and partnership, broker-dealer, employment, unfair competition, and many others.
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Nadeen Aljijakli
Cleveland, OH Lawyer with 20 years of experience
Immigration
Brooklyn Law School
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Chad Hoover Herrnstein
Cuyahoga Falls, OH Attorney
Free ConsultationBusiness, Construction, Divorce and Estate Planning
University of Akron School of Law
Chad Hoover Herrnstein was born and raised near Akron, Ohio. Growing up, his father John Herrnstein worked alongside his grandfather (Orval Hoover) at Hoover, Heydorn, & Herrnstein Co. LPA – a law firm in Cuyahoga Falls. From an early age, Chad knew he wanted to follow in the footsteps of his family and become an attorney. Chad Hoover Herrnstein received a bachelor’s degree in Political Science, with a minor in Homeland Security, from The University of Akron in 2012. He continued his education at The University of Akron School of Law. Chad finished law school in the top 10% of...
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Nicholas B. Kirsch
Cuyahoga Falls, OH Attorney with 5 years of experience
Business, Divorce and Probate
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
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Christian Talcott
Cuyahoga Falls, OH Lawyer
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
University of Akron School of Law
Christian grew up in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, and from a young age, knew he was meant to be a trial lawyer. He earned a bachelor's degree in political science from the University of Akron and was admitted to the University of Akron School of Law. His passion for trial work was ignited further as a member of Akron Law’s nationally ranked trial team, where he competed across the country. Christian graduated with a Juris Doctor from Akron Law, passed the Bar Exam, and was licensed to practice law in 2023.
As a trial lawyer, Christian is focused on traffic, OVI charges,...
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Aaron Minc
Cleveland, OH Attorney with 14 years of experience
Aaron Minc is a nationally recognized leader in the specialized area of Internet defamation and is known as the go-to attorney for the most malicious and challenging Internet defamation crises. His work is on the technological forefront of removing damaging content from the Internet, combating defamatory cyberattacks, and uncovering identities of anonymous Internet users. Aaron has developed cost-effective cutting-edge legal solutions for his clients’ most pressing and damaging online problems, while providing them with the peace of mind that these intrusive matters have been resolved.
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Barbara Quinn Smith
Mentor, OH Lawyer with 33 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Consumer, Foreclosure Defense and Stockbroker Fraud
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
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Michael J. Wilson
Business, Employment, IP and Tax
The Ohio State University Michael E. Moritz College of Law
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Timothy Misny
WILLOUGHBY, OH Attorney with 48 years of experience
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Nursing Home, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
Cleveland State University
Tim Misny is an experienced Ohio personal injury lawyer. For over 30 years, Mr. Misny has worked to fight for his personal injury and medical malpractice clients to obtain fair compensation.
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Melvyn Resnick
Painesville, OH Attorney with 57 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Estate Planning, Landlord Tenant and Real Estate
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
Melvyn E. Resnick earned his undergraduate degree in Business and Accounting with honors from Ohio University. He was awarded his law degree from Case Western Reserve School of Law and admitted to the Bar in 1966. Mr. Resnick is a member of the Lake County Bar Association. He is a past president of Tau Epsilon Rho Law Fraternity. He is licensed to practice in all Ohio courts as well as U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio, since 1968 and the U.S. Court of Appeals Sixth Circuit. Mr. Resnick's practice emphasizes real estate, commercial litigation, general business, corporate banking, estate...
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William G. Chris
Akron, OH Lawyer with 39 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Collections, Construction and Insurance Claims
The University of Toledo College of Law
I am proud to have received an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell, which reflects my commitment to professional excellence. Throughout my career, I have participated in several notable cases, including Grace Cathedral, Inc v Testa at the Ohio Supreme Court and Acosta vs Cathedral Buffet at the 6th Circuit in 2018.
My dedication to the field of law has earned me multiple awards. I have been named a SuperLawyer every year from 2012 to 2017, and again from 2020 to 2023. This recognition is a testament to my consistent dedication and performance.
I have also held significant positions in various professional organizations, enhancing...
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Jerome Milton Emoff
Painesville, OH Attorney with 51 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense
Cleveland State University
Jerome Emoff received his undergraduate degree in Psychology from the George Washington University in Washington, D.C. in 1970, and his Juris Doctorate from the Cleveland-Marshall College of Law in 1974. Mr. Emoff is admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court, the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals, the United States District Court for the Northern District of Ohio, the Ohio Supreme Court, and all other courts in the state of Ohio. Mr. Emoff concentrates his practice exclusively in all aspects of criminal litigation including federal and state cases at both the trial level and...
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Shelley Fleming
Painesville, OH Lawyer with 22 years of experience
Shelley Fleming is currently focused on Consumer Class Actions, as well as claims pertaining to wage and hour laws, employment discrimination, and domestic relations issues. She conducts in-depth research on consumer protection claims and laws nationwide, and also drafts motions and appellate briefs. Prior to joining the firm, Shelley served as a Staff Attorney at the Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Court. In that position, she had the opportunity to conduct case management conferences, pre-trials, and settlement conferences. She attended civil and criminal trials and motion hearings. She drafted orders and opinions on discovery disputes, motions to dismiss and summary...