We are proud to announce that Dustin Vrabel and Michael Ellis have been recognized in The Legal 500’s Elite City Focus – Ohio Corporate and M&A series for their outstanding work and leadership in corporate law. A special congratulations goes to Dustin, who has been named one of only four attorneys in the state to receive a Tier 1 Attorney ranking inRead More
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Republished with the permission from the Federal Bar Association Northern District of Ohio Spring Newsletter This article constitutes the first of a multi-part series which will analyze how recent Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals and Ohio Federal Courts address and analyze the Defend Trade Secrets Act, 18 U.S.C. § 1836, et seq. (“DTSA”) and theRead More
What is a “SLAPP”? “SLAPP” is an acronym for Strategic Lawsuit Against Public Participation. The term was coined in the 1980s to describe lawsuits initiated to silence public speech about issues of public importance. Under the original definition, the public speech at issue had to be made by a non-governmental individual or group (i.e. aRead More
We are proud to announce that Steve Dimengo has once again been recognized in the 2025 Chambers USA Guide for his outstanding work in tax law, continuing his long-standing inclusion in this prestigious ranking since 2020. Steve is widely regarded as one of Ohio’s leading tax attorneys, serving as a trusted advisor to businesses navigating complex tax challenges.Read More
We are pleased to announce that Rich Fry has been ranked in Band 2 in the 2025 Chambers USA Guide for his exceptional work in tax law. Rich’s practice focuses on state and local tax compliance and controversies, including Ohio and multistate sales/use tax, commercial activity tax, and personal income tax matters. He also represents clients in federal income taxRead More
These rankings reflect the depth of our experience, the strength of our client relationships, and our commitment to delivering practical, results-oriented legal solutions. We are grateful to our clients for their continued trust and to Chambers USA for this recognition. Congratulations to our talented attorneys in both practice groups for this well-earned honor.
One of the most common misconceptions in the nonprofit world is that 501(c)(3) organizations are exempt from all types of tax. While 501(c)(3) entities enjoy broad exemptions from federal and state/local taxes, there are many types of tax these organizations must pay. It is important for 501(c)(3) organizations to be aware of the various taxRead More
The Cleveland City Council passed Ordinance No. 104-2025 on April 28, 2025, requiring employers with 15 or more employees located in the City of Cleveland to include salary ranges in all job postings. Additionally, the Ordinance prohibits employers from inquiring about a job applicant’s salary history. In line with other Ohio cities, including Columbus andRead More
Expanding into the U.S. is a major milestone for many foreign companies. With its large consumer base, strong legal protections, and global influence, the United States remains one of the most attractive markets in the world. Tapping into the U.S. market takes more than ambition—it takes strategy, structure, and a solid understanding of the legalRead More
The United States is on the brink of the largest transition of wealth in its history, known as the “Great Wealth Transfer.” By 2045, an estimated $84 trillion in assets will be transferred from baby-boomers to their heirs. In a world where probate and trust litigation is on an upward trend, the importance of establishingRead More
