James J. "Jim" Barresi

W.B. Markovits is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Antitrust Law, Commercial Litigation and Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs. W.B. practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio Best Lawyers has recognized W.B. Markovits since 2011. 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 W.B. Markovits is held by other lawyers.

Benjamin G. Stewart is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Securities. Benjamin G. practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio Best Lawyers has recognized Benjamin G. Stewart 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 Benjamin G. Stewart is held by other lawyers.

Ronald C. Christian is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Nonprofit / Charities Law and Tax Law. Ronald C. practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio Best Lawyers has recognized Ronald C. Christian since 2007. 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 Ronald C. Christian is held by other lawyers.

Christopher S. Houston is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Construction Law, Land Use and Zoning Law and Real Estate Law. Christopher S. practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio Best Lawyers has recognized Christopher S. Houston 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. Houston is held by other lawyers.

James M. Zimmerman is a partner in Taft’s Business and Finance Group and co-chair of the firm’s private equity and venture capital practice. He represents businesses, entrepreneurs and investors on a range of matters, including financing transactions, mergers and acquisitions, securities offerings, technology licensing agreements, and stock options/executive compensation. James serves as outside counsel for numerous startups and growth companies, and represents private equity and ...

David A. Zimmerman is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Governance Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. David A. practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio Best Lawyers has recognized David A. Zimmerman 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 David A. Zimmerman is held by other lawyers.

Melvin S. Shotten is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Banking and Finance Law, Corporate Law, Financial Services Regulation Law and Health Care Law. Melvin S. practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio Best Lawyers has recognized Melvin S. Shotten since 2003. 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 Melvin S. Shotten is held by oth...

Jeremy focuses his practice in the areas of corporate law, tax law, and estate planning. He is licensed to practice in Ohio, Kentucky, and before the U.S. Tax Court. In his corporate law practice, Jeremy acts as outside legal counsel to businesses ranging from start-up ventures to multinational entities and he frequently advises owners, directors, and corporate officers of these businesses on issues involving entity selection, business formation and capitalization, shareholder agreements, buy...

Peter A. Solimine is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Commercial Finance Law, Corporate Law, Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law and Venture Capital Law. Peter A. practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio Best Lawyers has recognized Peter A. Solimine 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 reflect...

Don Rafferty combines his experience in the areas of business restructuring, commercial finance, corporate law, and litigation to provide legal and strategic advice to the firm’s business clients on a wide range of issues. Don frequently counsels clients who either are experiencing financial stress or are dealing with distressed companies. He has advised on sales, acquisitions, and restructurings for numerous middle-market companies. Don has significant experience in transactions, dispu...