Brent D. Ballard

David A. Kulwicki is a trial attorney with more than 29 years of experience representing individuals and families in complex medical malpractice and personal injury matters. Based in Cleveland, Ohio, he practices with Mishkind Kulwicki Law Co. LPA , focusing primarily on Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs. Mr. Kulwicki earned his undergraduate degree in economics with honors from the University of Texas at Austin and received his Juris Doctor from The Ohio State University School of L...

With over 30 years of experience, Jim litigates negligence, product liability, toxic tort, employer intentional tort, insurance, commercial, and construction related claims in federal and state trial courts, as well as state appellate court. His liability defense concentration includes personal injury, property damage, construction defects, product liability, and general litigation. Jim has achieved the highest ranking, AV Preeminent®, from Martindale-Hubbell® and has been listed as a...

Attorney Ethan A. Welch is committed to helping families with vulnerable loved ones preserve their resources and plan for the years ahead. His primary areas of focus are elder law, Medicaid planning, and special needs planning. He also practices in the associated areas of estate planning, trust and estate administration, and probate. Ethan's extensive knowledge of elder law and special needs planning ensures that his clients' rights are protected. His compassion and understanding bring his cl...

David Oeschger is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. David practices law in Cleveland, Ohio Best Lawyers has recognized David Oeschger since 2027. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which David Oeschger is held by other lawyers.

Jennifer A. Lesny Fleming is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Commercial Litigation. Jennifer A. Lesny practices law in Cleveland, Ohio Best Lawyers has recognized Jennifer A. Lesny Fleming since 2024. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Jennifer A. Lesny Fleming is held by other lawyers.

Daniel A. DeMarco represents creditors, both secured and unsecured, creditor’s committees, indenture trustees, trustees, receivers and debtors in numerous reorganization proceedings. He served as chair of the firm’s Commercial Services & Restructuring Practice Group and was a member of the firm’s Board of Directors. Dan represents secured lenders including The CIT Group, U.S. Bancorp Equipment Finance, Inc., Textron Financial Corporation, BMW Financial Services NA LLC, F...

Philip R. Bautista is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Insurance and Litigation - Intellectual Property. Philip R. practices law in Cleveland, Ohio Best Lawyers has recognized Philip R. Bautista since 2019. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Philip R. Bautista is held by other lawy...

Mark F. Fazio is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Banking and Finance Law, Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Corporate Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Mark F. practices law in Cleveland, Ohio Best Lawyers has recognized Mark F. Fazio since 2024. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Mark F....

Scott Matasar is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Financial Services Regulation Law, Litigation - Banking and Finance and Litigation - Securities. Scott practices law in Cleveland, Ohio Best Lawyers has recognized Scott Matasar since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Scott Matasar is held by other lawyers.

Benjamin Cooke is a partner in Hahn Loeser’s Business Practice Area. He has a wide range of experience representing both private sellers and buyers in M&A transactions and has advised numerous buyers in management group buyouts, corporate divestitures, and spin-offs. Benjamin represents private equity and independent deal sponsors and serves as outside general counsel to private companies both in Ohio and nationally, where he handles all contract and transactional matters including ...