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Matthew S. Flemming joined the Hoffman Legal Group in December 2013 after passing the Ohio State Bar Examination in November 2013.  Due to his recognition within the legal community, Matthew was named an Ohio Rising Star in 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020, which is an award issued to only the top 2.5% of attorneys under the age of 40 in Ohio.. Matthew was born and raised in Northeast Ohio, graduating from Solon High School in 2005.  In order to prepare himself for the challenges of guiding clients through the legal system, Matt enrolled in the University of Akron's School of Law after graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Kent State University.. Matt is a proud member of the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association, Ohio Association for Justice, Ohio State Bar Association, and American Association for Justice.

Matthew L. Alden is originally from Columbus, Ohio and now resides in Shaker Heights, Ohio. Matt is a 1991 graduate of Miami University, Oxford, Ohio, and a 1995 graduate of the Cleveland-Marshall College of Law. In law school he was a member of the National Moot Court team and an associate editor of the Journal of Law and Health. He is licensed to practice law in Illinois, Ohio, and Pennsylvania.. He has tried numerous cases to verdict before juries, judges, and arbitrators in all types of criminal and civil cases. He now concentrates mostly in consumer law and personal bankruptcy matters because he enjoys helping people get their personal finances back on track. Matt represents individuals and families in all types of consumer matters including foreclosure cases, fair debt collection practices cases, and bankruptcy matters.. Matt is an avid boxing fan and has since 2003 worked as a professional boxing trainer and amateur boxing coach in his spare time at Cleveland’s West Side Boxing Club, a non-profit 501(c)(3) he helped form.

Matthew D. Besser focuses his practice on employment discrimination and civil rights.  He has experience in all aspects of litigation, from negotiation through trial and final appellate review.  Having worked for several years at a large law firm representing corporate defendants in employment disputes, he is able to offer a unique perspective to plaintiffs with employment-related claims.  Besser also has significant experience as an appellate advocate, authoring many briefs and arguing several cases before the Ohio and federal courts of appeal, and teaching appellate advocacy at Case Western Reserve University School of Law.. Besser graduated summa cum laude from The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law, where he received awards for the top grade in Trial Advocacy, Civil Litigation, Disability Discrimination, and Evidence.  He also received the Donald S. Teller Memorial Award for the student note contributing most significantly to The Ohio State Law Journal.  After law school, Besser served as Law Clerk to Judge Richard L. Nygaard on the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit.

Matt represents clients in many different types of personal injury cases including wrongful death, auto accidents, motorcycle accidents, product liability, slip and falls, and dog bites. Matt learned how insurance companies defend and value claims while working at an insurance defense law firm both as a clerk while in law school, and then as a defense attorney after passing the bar exam. Matt now uses the knowledge and training he gained during his years working with insurance companies to benefit our clients.. Matt concentrated his study on pre-law courses while in college at Ohio University where he excelled academically and received a degree in Legal Communication. Matt was then awarded a full-tuition scholarship to attend the University of Akron School of Law.. Matt prides himself on his willingness to fight for the rights of the injured. When he’s not working hard on behalf of his clients, Matt loves spending time with his family and is a devoted husband and father.

Matt is national bankruptcy counsel for a Fortune 500 company and serves as general counsel to two Northeast Ohio manufacturers. Working with the various practice groups at the firm, Matt is able to counsel clients on the full spectrum of legal issues, from employment matters to sales, construction or commercial litigation issues.. Mattbegan his legal career as a law clerk for the Honorable Marilyn Shea-Stonum, at the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Ohio and has extensive experience representing creditors in bankruptcy proceedings throughout the country.. Prior to the practice of law, Matt served in the United States Marine Corps Reserve and was called to active duty in support of Operation Desert Storm in 1991. In his spare time, Matt likes running, cooking, drawing, traveling and studying military history.

Mary Catherine Corrigan is a trained trial lawyer practicing out of Cleveland, Ohio. Her practice is focused on criminal defense work, ranging from traffic tickets and misdemeanors to high level felonies. Ms. Corrigan assists clients in all stages of the criminal process, from arraignment to post-conviction relief, including appeals, judicial release, and expungements. As a graduate of Ohio University's Scripps College of Communication, Communication and Public Advocacy program, Ms. O'Corrigan has ten years of advocacy experience. She is ready and prepared to advocate for you.

Martin Bielat LLC was founded on the idea of providing valuable legal solutions for environmental and real estate issues. The firm, started in 2019 by Martin Bielat, Esq., focuses on two key areas of law – environmental and real estate – but also takes clients in a wide variety of other practice areas like collections, business management, and estate planning.. Nestled in the innovative Cleveland-Marshall Solo Practice Incubator near Playhouse Square, Martin Bielat LLC prides itself on working conjunctively with its clients in order to illuminate the best solution. The firm recognizes that all cases are unique and that sometimes arriving to a resolution can be difficult. As a result, every solution the firm offers is hand-tailored to fit each client’s needs.. Whether it be a public comment, an opinion letter, litigation or a negotiation, schedule a free initial consultation with Martin Bielat LLC to fully understand your legal options and remedies.

MARK J. OBRAL is the founder and President of Obral Silk And Associates LLC. Since the start of his legal career in 1984, Mr. Obral has dedicated his law practice to representing the injured. Mr. Obral completed his undergraduate degree at Cleveland State University and obtained his Juris Doctorate from the Cleveland-Marshall College of Law.. Mr. Obral is licensed to practice in all Ohio Courts, including the United States District Court for the Northern District of Ohio, and the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals, and has argued numerous cases before the Supreme Court of Ohio. He has successfully represented injured clients in the State of Ohio and throughout the United States for over 26 years. Mr. Obral has extensive experience in providing first-class representation to injured persons, including successfully litigating multi-million dollar claims for his clients. He takes great pride in providing professional and personal initiative in the representation of each client.. Mr. Obral is long-standing member of the American Association for Justice, the Ohio Association for Justice, the Ohio State Bar Association and the Cleveland Academy of Trial Attorneys. He is a proud, lifelong Citizen of the Cleveland area.

Mark has extensive experience handling various aspects of commercial litigation, including shareholder, fiduciary and business tort litigation; probate litigation; UCC contract disputes and non-medical professional malpractice matters. Mark is experienced in addressing potential claims from development through discovery, mediation, trial and appeal.. Mark is a graduate of a global top 15 (University of Toronto, B.S.) and U.S. top 30 institution (Case Western Reserve University, J.D.). Mark is a member of the Ontario (Canada), Ohio and New York bars.. In regards to non-legal experience, Mark is knowledgeable about finance, economics, policy analysis, contract administration and regulatory affairs.

Marilena DiSilvio joined Elk & Elk Co., Ltd., as a partner, in 2014. A former registered nurse and experienced trial attorney, Marilena’s practice focuses on birth injuries, medical negligence, wrongful death and personal injury.. Prior to joining Elk & Elk, Marilena spent 17 years with a leading Cleveland defense firm, where she was a member of the firm’s Executive and Management committees and served as chair of the Health Care Law Practice group. Marilena has tried more than 50 medical malpractice cases. Her extensive experience serving the defense bar has provided her with invaluable knowledge regarding medical malpractice and health care law.. Marilena is listed in Best Lawyers in America, and elected to the American Board of Trial Advocates.. Super Lawyers Magazine has named her to several lists, including the Top 50 Women Ohio Super Lawyers from 2010-2019; Top 25 Women Cleveland Super Lawyers for 2012-2019; Top 50 lawyers in Cleveland for 2012-2019; and Top 100 lawyers in Ohio for 2011-2019.. She has also been recognized by Marquis “Who’s Who of American Women.”. Marilena has earned an AV Preeminent Rating from Martindale-Hubbell, which is the highest possible rating in both legal ability and ethical standards.

Maria is known and respected for the quality of her legal work.  She prides herself on the personal attention she provides, showing compassion, honesty, patience and respect to each and every client.  Maria listens to each client’s needs and concerns and discusses solutions with her clients in plain English, not legalese.  She recognizes that each client is unique and puts together a plan for each client that is unique, timely and cost-efficient.. Maria started her own law firm in 2000.

Marco G. Bocciarelli is from Medina, Ohio and attended Akron University, where he graduated in 2000 with a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice. He went on to receive his Juris Doctor in 2003 from the University of Akron School of Law, where he was selected to compete on a nationally recognized trial team that won multiple local and regional trial competitions. After law school, Marco worked at a Cleveland area law firm where he focused his practice on defending automobile manufacturers, hospitals, and medical providers.. In 2009, Marco changed his primary focus from the defense to asserting the rights of those that have been injured. For the better part of a decade, Marco has represented injured clients and fought for fair compensation for their injuries.. Marco joined the firm as a senior associate in 2017 and focuses his practice on all types of personal injury matters, including motor vehicle accidents and dog bites, medical malpractice, trucking accidents, and products liability matters. He has tried many cases and has won substantial verdicts on behalf of his clients. Marco takes great pride in his determination to fight for the rights of the injured.. In addition to his legal practice, he loves spending time with his family and is a devoted husband and father.

Managing Partner - Tucker Ellis & West LLP

Located in downtown Cleveland, I have been practicing law for over 30 years and specialize in probate, estate, small business, real estate and personal injury matters.  I look forward to hearing from you about your legal matter.  Please call me at or email at

Lisa Monihan is a partner  in the law firm of Spieth, Bell, McCurdy & Newell Co., L.P.A., Cleveland, Ohio. Practiced for ten years in the Cleveland offices of two large law firms, Jones, Day, Reavis & Pogue and Squire, Sanders & Dempsey, prior to joining to Spieth, Bell in 1995.. Lisa's practice is focused on planning for high net worth individuals and fiduciaries, including:. ·       income, gift, estate and generation-skipping transfer tax planning. ·       trust and estate administration. ·       retirement planning. ·       succession planning for closely-held businesses. ·       charitable planning. Author and frequent speaker on estate planning and related topics.  Recent articles and presentations have included:. ·      Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Journal, Conflicts of Interest in a Trusts and Estates Practice,  (June 2010. ·     Ohio State Bar Association Drafting Wills and Trusts Seminar,  Ethical Issues in Estate Planning, February 29, 2008. ·      Ohio State Bar Association, Drafting Wills and Trusts Seminar, The Client Interview, presented numerous times, most recently in 2007. ·      Ohio State Bar Association CLE Institute, Satellite CLE Seminar, Marital Deduction Basics . . . . and Beyond, February 22, 2001. Professional associations:. ·      American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (elected 1998). ·      Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association (Estate Planning, Probate and Trust Law Section:  Section Chair 2008-2009; Vice-Chair 2007-2008; Secretary 2006-2007; Treasurer 2005-2006; Program Chair 2004-2005). ·      The Estate Planning Council of Cleveland (President 1994-1995, Vice President 1993-1994; Secretary 1992-1993; Treasurer 1991-1992; Program Chair 1990-1991) ; Served as the first female President of the EPC. ·      American Bar Association (Section of Taxation; Section of Real Property, Trust and Estate Law; Law Practice Management Section; and General Practice, Solo and Small Firm Division). ·      Ohio State Bar Association (Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law Section; Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law Section Council, 2010 - present). ·      Ohio Women's Bar Association. J. D., Cleveland-Marshall College of Law, 1984; B. S. in Economics, John Carroll University, 1979. Community activities include:. ·      Catholic Charities Corporation Board of Trustees (2003 – present). ·      The Volunteer Council of The Cleveland Orchestra (President 1998-2001). ·      The Junior Committee of The Cleveland Orchestra (President 1997-1999). ·      The Women's Committee of The Cleveland Orchestra (Board of Trustees 2000 - 2003). ·      Lawyers Guild of the Catholic Diocese of Cleveland. ·      Cleveland Museum of Art Planned Giving Committee. ·      Case Western Reserve University, Professional Advisory Group. ·      University Hospitals, Diamond Advisory Group. ·      Hathaway Brown Parent Association (President-Elect 2012 - 2013)

LEVERAGING BUSINESS & THE LAW. My passion is two-prong: business and the law.  In solving clients' legal issues, I strive to approach these issues with a pragmatic business mind. My 20+ years of international business experience help me to understand my clients' issues from a unique perspective.  As a French native speaker, I can also assist clients in contract negotiations and dispute resolution in French when translation is necessary.. HEALTHCARE LAW. My practice focuses on assisting health care providers to navigate the complexities of health care regulations, including the Affordable Care Act (“ObamaCare”).  Our clients include individual providers, physician groups, hospitals, neurology centers, orthopaedic centers, eye centers, dialysis centers, behavioral health facilities, ICF/IIDs, etc.. Imbedded in the Health Care Practice at Brouse McDowell, I analyze physician/hospital integration models for compliance with Stark Law and the Anti-Kickback Statute, HIPAA issues, Medicare/Medicaid compliance issues, medical staff issues, telemedicine, etc.  I draft, review and negotiate a variety of legal documents including hospital medical bylaws, employment agreements, personal services agreements, medical director agreements, lease agreements, operating agreements, code of regulations, policies, etc.. IMMIGRATION. My immigration practice primarily focuses on employment-based immigration for medical professionals, scientists, engineers, business executives and researchers in the areas of health care, biotech, education, retail and manufacturing. I represent petitioners such as hospitals, universities, small and large manufacturers, large retailers, and individuals.. PRO-BONO ACTIVITIES. My pro-bono work involves helping ex-offenders with sealing criminal records (expungements) and/or obtaining a Certificate of Qualification of Employment (CQE).

Laura L. Volpini is the Managing Member of Volpini Rinkes, LLC. Laura specializes in residential real estate litigation, construction litigation, and professional liability litigation (namely, title agents, real estate agents, insurance agents, accountants and lawyers). Laura also serves as personal counsel in situations where clients are faced with legal risks not otherwise covered by their insurance policies. She has extensive experience handling matters, including trials, arbitrations, and mediations, in federal, state and municipal courts, as well as before administrative agencies. In 2006 and again in 2010, 2011, and 2012, Laura was selected for inclusion in the Ohio Super Lawyers® list of Rising Stars, an award designed to identify the top 2.5% of young lawyers in the State.

Larry S. Klein has been a staunch defender of injury victim rights for the last 39 years. His extensive experience spans the areas of personal injury, medical malpractice, slip and fall accidents, motor vehicle accidents and nursing home negligence. Larry believes in an aggressive team approach to practicing law, all three lawyers of the firm will work on your case as your team fighting the insurance company.. Born in Cleveland , he attended Boston University , where he earned a B.A. in 1975 in Psychology and Accounting, graduating cum laude. He earned his J.D. in 1980 from Cleveland Marshall College of Law.. He is admitted to practice in all Ohio courts, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio and the U.S. Tax Court. He is a member of the Cleveland , Cuyahoga, Ashtabula, Ohio State and American Bar Associations; the American Association for Justice, the Ohio Association for Justice and the Cleveland Academy of Trial Attorneys. Larry S. Klein has received a Preeminent AV* rating from Martindale-Hubbell. This rating applies to those lawyers at the highest level of professional excellence.. Because he has demonstrated excellence in the practice of law, Larry is receiving an honor that is limited to no more than 5% of the attorneys within his state. Super Lawyers recognizes attorneys who have distinguished themselves in their legal practice. The selection process is rigorous and results in third-party validation of their professional accomplishments.. OFF THE RECORD. Larry is a first generation American, whose parents both immigrated to this country for a better life. His parents emphasized the importance of education, and sacrificed to make sure their son would attend quality schools. He was the first member of his family to attend college, and obtain an advanced degree. In his spare time, his favorite pastimes are golf and travel, and he is passionate about both. Larry enjoys golfing and travel with his wife of forty-one years, and spends as much time as possible visiting with their two grown children. Larry is active in the community and supports various religious and secular charities.

Larry fights for the rights of individuals facing allegations of white collar crimes, computer/internet crimes, sexual assault, Federal narcotics crimes, and many others. He often handles the cases of high-profile or well-known citizens, which requires the utmost discretion. Balancing aggression with tact according to the needs of the case, Larry makes it a point to know each case better than the judge and prosecutors.. Larry fights for the rights of individuals facing allegations of white collar crimes, computer/internet crimes, sexual assault, Federal narcotics crimes, and many others. He often handles the cases of high-profile or well-known citizens, which requires the utmost discretion. Balancing aggression with tact according to the needs of the case, Larry makes it a point to know each case better than the judge and prosecutors.

Kristina is co-chair, along with Susan Stone, of KJK’s Student & Athlete Defense/Title IX Practice Group.. For more than fifteen years, Kristina has protected and counseled clients during the most difficult periods in their lives. She has developed a sophisticated federal and state practice with a particular focus on internet-based crimes. Her experience is regularly enlisted for complex cases involving allegations of sexual assault, and she has worked on national defense teams representing students and executives facing prosecution in the United States and abroad. Kristina is also extremely adept at working with families and defending juveniles facing prosecution, particularly when the child has a physical or mental disability.. Kristina has achieved great success protecting students and professors in campus Title IX proceedings, which has garnered her a national reputation. Her services are particularly sought after to navigate Title IX cases involving a parallel criminal investigation. In addition to being a skilled Title IX attorney, Kristina also helps students of all ages facing academic misconduct, research misconduct and other types of discipline. She has represented Greek organizations involved in student disciplinary matters and assisted with drafting policies and implementing training. When Title IX and other campus misconduct matters require litigation, Kristina has filed civil suit in federal courts across the country and successfully negotiated resolutions.. Over the years, Kristina’s practice has grown to include representation of people with complex mental health and neurological disorders. She serves as a tireless advocate for clients with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Kristina’s understanding of ASD enables her to effectively communicate the social and behavioral deficits associated with ASD to school officials, lawyers and judges.. With training in crisis communication, Kristina leads teams that can protect her clients’ needs not only in court, schools and the workplace, but also in the public realm. Kristina and Susan Stone co-created the firm’s Reputation Management practice to protect clients facing backlash from social media and internet postings, as well as other forms of defamation. Given the diversity of her clients and their needs, Kristina understands the importance of a comprehensive multi-disciplinary strategy.. Kristina regularly writes and speaks on issues involving students and education. Regarded as a go-to authority for journalists examining student legal issues, she has appeared on television and is frequently interviewed. Kristina and Susan Stone host a podcast entitled Real Talk With Susan and Kristina, which explores student issues and offers guidance for parents. Kristina also believes in the importance of service to her profession and the community. For six years, Kristina served on the Board of Directors for the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL). She also served as a trustee for the Cleveland-Marshall Law Alumni Association. Currently, Kristina serves on the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association’s Judge4Yourself committee, which interviews and rates judicial candidates in order to assist the public in the election of qualified judges in Ohio.

Kristen M. Kraus has extensive experience in handling civil jury trials in both state and federal court. She has litigated cases in nearly every county in Northeast Ohio, as well as the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio.. Kristen joined Dworken & Bernstein upon graduation from law school in 2001.  Since joining the firm, she has been representing victims of personal injury, as well as those injured in workplace accidents. A significant portion of her current practice is devoted to representing injured workers in workers’ compensation matters both at the Industrial Commission of Ohio and at the trial court level.. The remainder of Kristen’s practice is focused in the area of labor and employment litigation where she handles a variety of matters including age, race and gender discrimination, pregnancy discrimination, violations of the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act, sexual harassment claims, retaliation claims, whistleblower claims, breach of contract claims and unemployment claims, as well as reviewing and negotiating non-compete agreements, severance agreements and employment contracts.. Kristen is also a Contributing Editor to Attorney At Law Magazine with featured articles on Employment Law.

Kristen M. Hoover is an intellectual property attorney at McCarthy Lebit. Ms. Hoover’s focus at the Firm includes the application and prosecution of patents and trademarks, patent and trademark availability and trademark oppositions, as well as copyright registration, trade secrets, and general intellectual property protection and counseling. Ms. Hoover handles both domestic and international property matters. She also has experience in contract matters related to intellectual property, including licenses and non-disclosure agreements. Ms. Hoover’s patent work covers a variety of areas of technology including biomedical, mechanical, automotive, electronic and consumer product patents.. Ms. Hoover is a native of the Cleveland area and has always been an involved and active member of her community. She has devoted her time in a number of areas of community service including tutoring grade school, middle school and high school students and helping to serve meals at area shelters. Community service continues to be an important role in her life.

Kenneth B. Liffman is the Managing Principal at McCarthy, Lebit, Crystal & Liffman Co., L.P.A.. Mr. Liffman focuses the majority of his practice on transactions, banking matters, and real estate law and has extensive experience in the acquisition and sale of commercial and industrial real estate, as well as construction and commercial lease matters. Mr. Liffman is one of the area’s outstanding corporate attorneys, and a well-recognized authority of real estate law.. Mr. Liffman’s legal interests extend to virtually all arenas of financial law and he frequently serves clients engaged in large, complex lending transactions. He has substantial experience in the area of mergers and acquisitions, acting as counsel to purchasers, sellers and lenders in a multitude of industries, including cable systems, professional sports teams, manufacturers, distributors and professional practices.  In addition, Mr. Liffman represents several of Ohio’s largest financial institutions in commercial loans and structured finance transactions and agreements, together with several of the largest REIT’s and food distributors in the United States.. As Managing Principal, Mr. Liffman leads McCarthy Lebit by both policy and example.  His management of the Firm for over 20 years has given him a unique perspective regarding the business of law that, coupled with his technical and practical experience, provides his clients the best of all worlds.

Katie became a personal injury and medical malpractice attorney because she worked on the other side of these cases and learned how she wanted to use her talents. She wanted to help people and fight for them, not work for large insurance companies figuring out the least amount of money to pay someone facing a catastrophic loss.. Katie is intelligent, compassionate, and a fierce advocate for her clients who treat them with kindness and empathy while always fighting for their best interests. When she’s not in the office, Katie loves traveling with her husband, reading and writing, and spending time with her two cats, Charlie and Frankie, who make up the vast majority of the photos on her phone.. Originally from Toledo, Ohio, Katie attended the University of Toledo College of Law. There, she was Editor-in-Chief of the Law Review and an active participant in the Women’s Law Student Association.. – University of Toledo College of Law, Toledo, Ohio, J.D– The University of Toledo, Toledo, Ohio, B.A., Major in English, Minor in Psychology.. Katie has experience representing clients who have suffered the death of loved ones, experienced catastrophic permanent injuries in car accidents or semi-truck crashes, and survivors of sexual assault. She started her career working for judges which made her want to be in a courtroom. Then she worked for an insurance defense firm for a couple of years and quickly learned she loved trial and the field of personal injury but was on the wrong side. After helping an insurance company win a jury trial, Katie left defense work and hasn’t looked back since. With over a decade of legal experience, Katie has quickly risen to top lawyer lists and built an outstanding reputation throughout Ohio.

Justin Weatherly is a criminal defense attorney in Cleveland and a partner at Henderson & Weatherly, Co. LPA. Since 2004, Mr. Weatherly has practiced law in Ohio. Over the years, he has gained extensive experience in both civil and criminal litigation including numerous trials. As a result of his record of legal diligence, The National Trial Lawyers Association recognized him as one of their Top 100 Trial Lawyers in 2014. Attorney Weatherly is a graduate of University of Dayton and Case Western Reserve School of Law. His firm is happy to provide free case evaluations—contact them today to get one.