David M. Dirr

As anyone who has ever argued with a spouse or small child knows, there is a difference between hearing and listening, between being able to repeat what was said and actually taking it in and thinking about it. With Jody Brant, there is never any question that he is both hearing and listening. In a world of loud talkers, it is Jody's ability to listen, to thoughtfully consider the input of others before speaking, that sets him apart as a lawyer and as a leader. For Jody’s estate and wea...

Blake T. Johnson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Governance Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law and Securities / Capital Markets Law. Blake T. practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio Best Lawyers has recognized Blake T. Johnson 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 Blake T. Johnson is held by other law...

Mike Moeddel has a breadth of experience in structuring and negotiating complex business transactions and representing businesses in a general counsel capacity. He has represented both publicly held and private companies in acquisitions and divestures of existing businesses. Transactions on which Mike has worked include cross-border acquisitions by publicly held companies; the sale of large family-owned enterprises to private equity firms and other sophisticated purchasers; international join...

Philip D. Williamson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Commercial Litigation. Philip D. practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio Best Lawyers has recognized Philip D. Williamson 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 Philip D. Williamson is held by other lawyers.

Christopher S. Brinkman is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Corporate Law. Christopher S. practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio Best Lawyers has recognized Christopher S. Brinkman 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 Christopher S. Brinkman is held by other lawyers.

Terence R. Coates is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Securities, Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs. Terence R. practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio Best Lawyers has recognized Terence R. Coates since 2020. 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 profession...

Sean P. Callan is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Land Use and Zoning Law and Real Estate Law. Sean P. practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio Best Lawyers has recognized Sean P. Callan since 2012. 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 Sean P. Callan is held by other lawyers.

Joseph J. Braun is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Municipal. Joseph J. practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio Best Lawyers has recognized Joseph J. Braun 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 Joseph J. Braun is held by other lawyers.

Peter A. Saba is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation, Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Peter A. practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio Best Lawyers has recognized Peter A. Saba since 2021. 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 Peter A. Saba is held by other lawyers.

James Kezele practices in the firm's Real Estate and Environmental Groups where he represents public and private companies and municipalities to ensure their compliance with state and federal environmental laws and regulations.James routinely counsels clients through transactions involving the purchase and sale of contaminated properties, and has significant experience evaluating environmental due diligence investigations including Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, and othe...