Ben F. Wells

Ask Mark Jahnke how he's doing, and he will tell you he's living the dream. And while every attorney knows on some days that might ring sarcastic, Mark regularly means it. For him, the dream is the opportunity to work with clients to help them achieve their dreams. Because clients recognize that his level of care and concern is something unique, Mark is often asked to serve on client boards, advisory groups or in other capacities that allow him to work hand-in-hand with management to achieve ...

Some people gravitate toward complexity, and some want to be as far away from it as possible. For Andy Berger, the larger the scope, the more moving parts to manage, the better. Andy’s ability to grasp the big picture while minding the details allows him to tackle incredibly complex transactions and achieve order and structure at macro and micro levels. As anyone who has been through a merger or acquisition knows, they are major events that create wide-ranging issues, entail significant...

Dan Demmerle is a seasoned Cincinnati business attorney with decades of experience advising corporations, family-owned businesses, and privately held entities across Ohio and Northern Kentucky. His practice spans general business law, real estate transactions, commercial financing, and development matters. Dan is particularly well known for his long-standing work in the hospitality industry, with over 40 years representing hotel owners and operators in management and franchise agreements, acq...

Jennifer L. Lawrence is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs. Jennifer L., who practices law in Covington, Kentucky, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jennifer L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Andrew D. Graf is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Real Estate Law. Andrew D., who practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Andrew D. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Barrett P. Tullis is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Real Estate Law. Barrett P., who practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Barrett P. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Bryar W. Brandvold is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Bryar W., who practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Bryar W. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Gregory P. Hartmann is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Government Relations Practice. Gregory P., who practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Gregory P. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Bob Sanker's practice is concentrated in the areas of bankruptcy, reorganization and creditors' rights. He also acts as general counsel for a number of closely-held companies. Bob has extensive experience in representing debtors, creditors, creditors' committees, lenders, investors and purchasers in Chapter 11 cases and in out of court restructurings. He has represented creditors and court appointed representatives of future claimants in major mass tort bankruptcy proceedings, including the E...

Brian P. Muething is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Brian P., who practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Brian P. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.