Focus Areas
- Assisted in the defense of alleged breach of turn back provisions of a commercial lease.
- Represented commercial real estate developer in takings claim against the City of Bellevue, Kentucky and breach of contract.
- Represented commercial real estate developer from claims by the City of Cincinnati relating to alleged violations of the Vacated Building Maintenance License standards and public nuisance.
- Assisted in obtaining jury verdict in favor of pipe manufacturer for breach of contract against supplier of heat treat equipment.
- Obtained successful verdict for client following bench trial on claims of breach of purchase orders.
- Obtained Order for sale of commercial property following failure to convey.
- Obtained complete reversal in Ohio First District Court of Appeals and Ohio Supreme Court from verdict in favor of Plaintiff on claim of wrongful termination in violation of public policy.
- Obtained reversal in Ohio Twelfth District Court of Appeals relating to enforcement of non-competition agreement.
- Obtained award on behalf of beneficiaries from trustee for breach of trust provisions and Ohio trust code.
- Successfully obtained temporary restraining order and preliminary injunction order on behalf of numerous clients to prevent theft of trade secret information, violation of non-competition agreements, and solicitation of customers and employees.
- Defended automobile dealership from claims asserted under the Ohio Consumer Sales Practices Act.
- Obtained complete dismissal of claims against law firm for legal malpractice involving Lehman Brothers bankruptcy.
- Defended business from tort claims stemming from alleged slip and fall.
- Defended several clients from claims of discrimination, failure to accommodate, wrongful termination, and FMLA interference.
- Assisted in arbitration under the AAA to determine breach of contract issues relating to sale of company.
- Selected for inclusion in Ohio Super Lawyers® as a Rising Star, 2018-2020
- Venue Magazine Great Leaders Under 40, 2017
Professional Associations
- Cincinnati Bar Association, member
- Ohio Bar Association, member
Community Activities
- American Cancer Society, Cincinnati Golf Classic, Executive Committee Member, 2012
- Cincinnati Zoo Ambassador Council, 2015 – present
- American Cancer Society Relay for Life Chairman and Emcee, 2014
Education
- University of Cincinnati College of Law, J.D., 2010, magna cum laude
- Miami University, B.S., 2005
Bar Admissions
- Ohio
Court Admissions
- U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio
- Thompson Hine Elects New Partners,
Thompson Hine LLP
, January 23, 2020