Robert A. Klingler

Philip D. Williamson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation. Philip D., who practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Philip D. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Matthew W. Fellerhoff is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law and Land Use and Zoning Law. Matthew W., who practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Matthew W. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

James J. McGraw, Jr. is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law and Economic Development Law. James J., who practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio, has been recognized since 2017. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which James J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Joseph A. Cleves, Jr. is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Construction Law. Joseph A., who practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio, has been recognized since 2012. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Joseph A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Richard D. Herndon is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Commercial Transactions / UCC Law and Real Estate Law. Richard D., who practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio, has been recognized since 2010. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Richard D. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

EDWARD D. DILLER has been an attorney in the Business and Finance Department at Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP since 1976, and a partner since 1984. He recently stepped down as the Partner-in-Charge of the Cincinnati office. Ed practices primarily in the areas of real estate, health care and general corporate law. After receiving his undergraduate degree from Bluffton University, Ed attended the University of Oregon and later received his law degree from Harvard Law School. He is current...

Katz Teller litigator Peter O’Shea grew up in Greater Cincinnati, and when it came time to pick a college, a law school, a judicial clerkship and a law firm, he didn’t travel far. While those local ties may be helpful at any firm, they are especially important at a firm as connected to Greater Cincinnati as Katz Teller. Although Peter has been educated and employed locally, no one would accuse him of being provincial. Between graduating from Thomas More College and starting law sc...

For more than 25 years, Dan Utt has helped real estate owners, developers, investors, landlords, tenants and lenders navigate the issues and considerations associated with real estate and general business law matters. Dan has significant experience with a broad range of real estate transactions, including the following: Residential, retail, commercial, and mixed-use developments Office, commercial and industrial building projects Acquisition, development and loan transactions for senior livin...

Mary Ellen Malas focuses her practice on Domestic Relations and Family Law matters. She is keenly aware that when her clients are dealing with matters of this type, they usually are experiencing intense anxiety, stress and fear. Mary Ellen is able to work with her clients during these difficult times to develop creative solutions that meet their individual needs. Mary Ellen is passionate in her representation of her clients. She believes that most clients are best served if they are able to r...

Bob Maxwell has practiced law since 1969, representing management in all areas of labor and employment law. He has extensive experience in labor negotiations, arbitrations, employment law litigation in federal and state courts and proceedings before government agencies. Bob has been a part-time instructor at the University of Cincinnati College of Law, and he has co-authored several books, articles and legal publications dealing with labor and employment law. Before becoming a partner with Ke...