John C. Merchant

Peter Slater brings more than 30 years of experience helping individuals, families, and business owners navigate the complexities of estate planning, wealth transfer, and business succession and related income tax matters. He works closely with clients to develop practical, tailored strategies that reflect their values, protect their assets, and support their long-term objectives. Peter's practice encompasses estate, gift, and tax planning, charitable giving strategies, asset protection plann...

Joseph P. Mellen is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Tax Law. Joseph P. practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio Best Lawyers has recognized Joseph P. Mellen since 2018. 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 P. Mellen is held by other lawyers.

Katharine C. Weber is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Katharine C. practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio Best Lawyers has recognized Katharine C. Weber since 2018. 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 Katharine C. Weber is held by other lawyers.

David A. Nenni is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Labor and Employment. David A. practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio Best Lawyers has recognized David A. Nenni 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 A. Nenni is held by other lawyers.

George B. Musekamp is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. George B. practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio Best Lawyers has recognized George B. Musekamp 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 George B. Musekamp is held by other lawyers.

Mary L. Rust is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Trusts and Estates. Mary L. practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio Best Lawyers has recognized Mary L. Rust since 2008. 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 Mary L. Rust is held by other lawyers.

Alex Rodger is a Cincinnati commercial litigation attorney and focuses on a wide range of complex commercial and business litigation, including class action defense. As a member of Strauss Troy’s litigation group, Alex brings significant trial experience to his practice, having successfully handled both jury and bench trials across a wide range of legal issues. His work spans contract disputes, business torts, and high-stakes commercial litigation in both state and federal court. Alex h...

Matt Rich has always been most comfortable in a courtroom, and nothing has changed since his mock trials have become actual trials. What has changed is that, in employment law, Matt has discovered a practice area that strives to avoid disputes before they arise. In fact, some of his favorite days in the office are spent on the telephone talking with employers in the Greater Cincinnati area, advising them on important hiring, firing, discipline and personnel policy matters and educating them o...

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...

Steve Schmidt is a Cincinnati business litigator and president of Strauss Troy. He represents clients across Ohio and Northern Kentucky in a wide range of commercial and consumer disputes, including partnership and shareholder conflicts, non-compete and trade secret litigation, insurance coverage issues, employment matters, and business torts. Steve also provides counsel on contract drafting and negotiation, corporate compliance, and asset recovery, with experience litigating in both state an...