Best Lawyers in Ohio, United States for Commercial Litigation
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Andrew Domozick is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Banking and Finance and Litigation - Securities. Andrew, who practices law in Cleveland, Ohio, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Andrew is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Spencer S. Cowan is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Appellate Practice and Commercial Litigation. Spencer S., who practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Spencer S. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Taylor Trout is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation. Taylor, who practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Taylor is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Adair M. Smith is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Labor and Employment Law - Management. Adair M., who practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Adair M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Amanda Stubblefield Burton is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation. Amanda Stubblefield, who practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Amanda Stubblefield is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Jacqueline A. Meese-Martinez is a partner in the firm’s Litigation Practice Area, and her practice focuses on complex commercial litigation in state and federal courts and in arbitration. Jacqueline provides creative and solution-focused representation to corporate clients in a wide range of industries, including technology and software, manufacturing and distribution, consumer goods, and healthcare. She is experienced as both defense- and plaintiff-side counsel on a broad variety of ma...
Demari Muff is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Construction Law and Litigation - Construction. Demari, who practices law in Cleveland, Ohio, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Demari is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Ethan Clark is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation. Ethan, who practices law in Cleveland, Ohio, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Ethan is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Zach Maciaszek is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation. Zach, who practices law in Cleveland, Ohio, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Zach is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Nicholas W. Bartlett is an associate who is part of our Business Litigation, Eminent Domain and Professional Liability Practice Groups. During law school Mr. Bartlett was a judicial extern for the US District Court, Northern District of Ohio. He also worked for a legal non-profit as an intern and Eastman & Smith as a law clerk. His practice includes general litigation and professional liability as well as representing landowners in eminent domain matters. Additionally, Mr. Bartlett is the...
Sarah Vonderbrink Geiger practices in the firm’s Litigation Group, assisting clients in all aspects of litigation and dispute resolution. Sarah’s practice is concentrated in the area of litigation, with a focus on general civil litigation, business and commercial litigation, and personal injury/wrongful death litigation. She has represented clients in a wide variety of litigation and business disputes, including class actions, multidistrict litigation, arbitrations, mediations, ac...
Cesare Piermarini represents clients in construction related legal matters and other complex commercial issues, including disputes between contractors, subcontractors, material suppliers, and owners in all phases of litigation. He provides comprehensive legal counsel on project delays, defects, and payment issues. Cesare is a skilled advocate with a proven track record of negotiating favorable settlements for clients across a wide range of legal matters. While he is adept at resolving dispute...
Zachary Adams is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Product Liability Litigation - Defendants. Zachary, who practices law in Cleveland, Ohio, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Zachary is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
JP Jarecki is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation. JP, who practices law in Dayton, Ohio, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which JP is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Rachel Byrnes is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Product Liability Litigation - Defendants. Rachel, who practices law in Cleveland, Ohio, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Rachel is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Julian Veintimilla focuses his practice on commercial disputes, regulatory enforcement actions, and investigations. Within his litigation practice, Julian has experience in the environmental realm assisting clients facing potential liability under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). Julian also has experience assisting clients in the chemical manufacturing and transportations sectors dealing ...
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