Deborah S. "Debbie" Brenneman

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...

William is a member of the firm's corporate and personal planning and family business departments. His practice includes extensive work in counseling owners of closely held businesses, general business and tax planning, acquisitions and commercial transactions, and personal estate planning.

Brian W. Wais is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Brian W. practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio Best Lawyers has recognized Brian W. Wais 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 Brian W. Wais is held by other lawyers.

Kasey Bond helps business clients protect and grow their organizations through the effective application of labor and employment laws. She brings extensive experience to bear for her clients, including serving as lead counsel in numerous trials in both state and federal court. In addition to trial experience, Kasey has experience arbitrating grievances for unionized employers; representing employers in unfair labor practice proceedings before the National Labor Relations Board; counseling emp...

Emily J. Gelhaus is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management and Labor Law - Management. Emily J. practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio Best Lawyers has recognized Emily J. Gelhaus since 2025. 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 Emily J. Gelhaus is held by other lawyers.

Darcy Watt represents several mass tort settlement trusts and qualified settlement funds and regularly advises on all aspects of trust administration and claims processing matters including claims audits, Medicare compliance, and lien resolution. Darcy excels in handling disputes and has represented her clients in hundreds of private arbitration and mediation matters. Prior to joining KMK, Darcy served as a prosecutor at the Los Angeles City Attorney's Office, Criminal Litigation Branch, wher...

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...

Brian J. O'Connell is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation, Construction Law and Litigation - Construction. Brian J. practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio Best Lawyers has recognized Brian J. O'Connell 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 Brian J. O'Connell is held by other lawyers.

Jim Matthews' practice is concentrated in the area of litigation with a focus on the analysis and litigation of insurance policy coverage issues. He helps clients resolve disputes between policy holders and insurers over coverage provided by a variety of different types of insurance policies including commercial and business policies, director and officer liability policies, professional liability policies, automobile policies, disability policies, medical insurance policies and life insuranc...

Despite what the appearance of his office might suggest, John Gierl is not an avid collector of paperweights – or, if he is, it is only of paperweights that tell a story. Perhaps more than any attorney at Katz Teller, John’s shelves are overflowing with heavy glass objects that commemorate significant lending and financing transactions and mergers and acquisitions John has closed over the years. From $3.4 million in private equity financing to $125 million in senior secured credit...