David R. Hudson

PERSONAL INJURY & CONSUMER PROTECTION After 50+ years of practicing law, I still remember my first class action lawsuit for the civil rights of women and persons of color. Even though I had just graduated from the University of Michigan Law School, I knew that I wanted a career dedicated to civil litigation. I only wanted to engage in litigation for which fees were contingent upon winning, because hourly work required that my time and efforts be reasonable. I knew that what I wanted to do...

REGINA M. JOSEPH is a partner in the corporate practice group in the Toledo, Ohio office of Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, LLP. Her principal areas of practice are securities, mergers and acquisitions, commercial loans, municipal and tax-exempt financing, technology and commercial agreements and general corporate and business matters. Ms. Joseph has extensive experience in representing both public and private companies in a variety of debt and equity offerings, ongoing compliance matters and ...

Rebecca Shope is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Labor and Employment. Rebecca practices law in Toledo, Ohio Best Lawyers has recognized Rebecca Shope 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 Rebecca Shope is held by other lawyers.

John C. Barron has extensive experience in a broad spectrum of litigation, including commercial disputes, medical malpractice defense, product liability and employment-related tort claims. He also regularly represents corporations in a variety of business disputes. He has successfully tried many cases to verdict in both state and federal court. He also has substantial experience in state and federal appellate courts, including the Supreme Court of Ohio. John is a Fellow of the American Colleg...

Practicing law for over four decades, David has extensive experience in business litigation with a focus on antitrust, patent infringement, and other intellectual property (IP) cases. He represents corporate clients in various industries, including banking and financial institutions, health care, and technology. Recently recognized for his 50 years as a member of the Toledo Bar, David has been a leading legal figure in patent rights infringement cases and complex litigation cases, including: ...

Thomas C. Blank is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Mergers and Acquisitions Law and Securities / Capital Markets Law. Thomas C. practices law in Toledo, Ohio Best Lawyers has recognized Thomas C. Blank since 2009. 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 Thomas C. Blank is held by other lawyers.

Gene R. Abercrombie is a real estate attorney whose practice is focused principally on commercial real estate transactions, zoning and land use, and related matters affecting the ownership, development, use, and disposition of real property. Gene advises clients on commercial acquisitions and sales, leasing transactions, Section 1031 tax-deferred exchanges, zoning and planning matters, and real estate tax valuation appeals throughout Ohio. His practice also includes representation of condomin...

Michael P. Henry is an attorney at Semro Henry Ltd . in Toledo, Ohio, where he focuses his practice on Tax Law, corporate planning , estate planning, probate administration, and related business matters . He works closely with individuals, families, and business owners to help them address legal and financial considerations involving taxes, estates, and long-term planning. Mr. Henry values building strong relationships with clients and taking the time to understand their goals, family dynamic...

During his 38 years of practice, David L. Kuhl has represented public and private companies in all phases of their development. He counsels numerous family and closely held businesses and sits on several corporate boards. He also practices in the health law area and represents numerous health care clients including hospitals, joint ventures, physician group practices, imaging centers, outpatient surgery centers and other providers. Mr. Kuhl is the author of the "Business Law and Practice" cha...

David W. Carter is an experienced estate planning attorney who advises individuals, families, and business owners on comprehensive wealth and legacy planning strategies. He focuses on creating customized estate plans that align with each client’s financial goals, family dynamics, and long-term objectives, while ensuring they clearly understand every step of the process and feel confident in their decisions. Estate planning and wealth transfer strategies Probate and trust administration ...