Peter A. Draugelis

Ted Grosser grew up working in a family business so it was only natural that he would end up at a firm that prides itself on representing such businesses. After practicing for more than 35 years at large firms in Cincinnati, Ted joined Katz Teller in 2013, bringing with him the tireless work ethic and relentless pursuit of the best outcome for his clients that has been his hallmark. Like the construction, manufacturing and service industry clients that rely on him for corporate counsel, Ted&r...

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.

Scott A. Carroll is a principal of the Cincinnati and Dayton, Ohio, offices of Jackson Lewis P.C. He is a former member of the firm's Board of Directors. Scott represents clients across the spectrum of labor and employment law, including wrongful discharge litigation, collective bargaining, union avoidance, and human resources counseling for multi-state and multi-national employers. He has expertise in Sarbanes-Oxley and Dodd-Frank matters as well as multi-plaintiff employment cases. Scott le...

Christopher D. Stock is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Securities. Christopher D. practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio Best Lawyers has recognized Christopher D. Stock since 2017. 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 D. Stock is held by other lawyers.

R. Guy Taft is a seasoned Cincinnati commercial litigator with extensive experience representing clients across Ohio in complex disputes involving intellectual property, unlawful competition, breach of contract, fraud, partnership and shareholder disputes, advertising and First Amendment issues, employment law, product liability, health care, and commercial real estate. His intellectual property litigation background includes patent, trademark, copyright, and counterfeiting matters. He has al...

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...

JULIA B. MEISTER is a partner in Taft's Litigation, Health & Life Sciences, and Private Client practice groups and heads the firm's Cincinnati Estates, Trusts and Fiduciary Litigation practice. She counsels clients and represents them in business, commercial, estate, guardianship, trust, and fiduciary matters and professional ethics and discipline matters before courts, administrative tribunals, and arbitrators. Julia advises clients on a variety of health care issues, including privacy, ...

Kelley Brandstetter Tracy is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Banking and Finance Law, Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Commercial Finance Law, Corporate Law and Equipment Finance Law. Kelley Brandstetter practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio Best Lawyers has recognized Kelley Brandstetter Tracy 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 recogni...

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.

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...