Robert H. Lyons

Stacy A. Cole is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Intellectual Property. Stacy A., who practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Stacy A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Jason V. Stitt is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Bankruptcy. Jason V., 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 Jason V. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

MARGARET AVRIL LAWSONjoined the firm in 1982 and is chair of the firm's Intellectual Property Practice. Ms. Lawson graduated from Dartmouth College, summa cum laude , Phi Beta Kappa, and Harvard Law School. Her intellectual property practice includes trademark, trade secret, copyright, privacy and data security, and right of publicity. Ms. Lawson has extensive experience in drafting and negotiating license agreements, technology transfer agreements and other contracts in areas that include bi...

Bob Sanker's practice is concentrated in the areas of bankruptcy, reorganization and creditors' rights. He also acts as general counsel for a number of closely-held companies. Bob has extensive experience in representing debtors, creditors, creditors' committees, lenders, investors and purchasers in Chapter 11 cases and in out of court restructurings. He has represented creditors and court appointed representatives of future claimants in major mass tort bankruptcy proceedings, including the E...

Melvin S. Shotten is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law, Corporate Law, Financial Services Regulation Law and Health Care Law. Melvin S., who practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio, has been recognized since 2003. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Melvin S. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Ross advises public and private companies and private equity firms in all aspects of mergers and acquisitions. He has experience with corporate governance matters, joint-ventures, spin-offs, and venture capital investments as well as advising clients on import and export regulations and economic sanctions affecting international commercial activity. Ross earned his M.B.A. from Saint Louis University in 2008 and his B.S. from Saint Louis University, summa cum laude, in 2006. He earned his J.D ...

Stephen G. Nesbitt is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Real Estate Law. Stephen G., who practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio, has been recognized since 2020. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Stephen G. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Timothy M. Burke is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Government Relations Practice, Land Use and Zoning Law, Litigation - Land Use and Zoning and Litigation - Municipal. Timothy M., who practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio, has been recognized since 2007. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Timothy M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Richard Wayne is a dedicated attorney based in Cincinnati, Ohio, associated with Strauss Troy. His practice is focused on litigation across both federal and state courts. Richard is involved in handling a range of cases, including general business disputes, securities fraud litigation, and shareholder derivative actions. With experience in investor-broker disputes and product liability, he is an asset in litigation involving healthcare and consumer fraud, along with construction-related issue...

Charles is an experienced attorney whose practice covers all aspects of general business and litigation, as well as other commercial transactions. He also handles real estate matters, especially those that involve litigation. He works frequently with privately held corporations and other family businesses. He has over 25 years of experience dealing with automobile dealerships in all aspects of their operations. Charles also handles significant personal injury and wrongful death claims with bo...