McGuffey Lawyers

Dennis Sawan is a highly experienced lawyer with over 35 years of experience in personal injury, criminal defense, and litigation. He graduated from Case Western Reserve Law School and was admitted to the Ohio Bar in 1988. Dennis is a skilled attorney who has helped clients in a wide range of cases, including motor vehicle accidents, medical malpractice, general litigation, and criminal defense. He is known for his tenacity and determination in pursuing the best possible outcomes for his clients, even in the face of tough opposition from insurance companies, prosecutors and other litigants. What sets Dennis apart is his genuine desire...

My primary practice area is product liability involving dangerous pharmaceuticals and defective medical devices.

Our focus is on Bankruptcies in 3 States: Indiana, Ohio, & Michigan.

Born in Connecticut. Graduated high school in 1977 from LaLumiere School, LaPorte, Indiana. Married to Chiara Duggan (nee: Rossi) 1986. Four children. Founded Duggan Law Office Co, LPA in 1996. Fulton County Assistant Prosecutor from 1993 to 1995 in Wauseon, Ohio.

David W. Zoll, partner in the firm of Zoll, Kranz & Borgess, LLC, handles a wide variety of civil litigation. His areas of practice include pharmaceutical litigation, construction disputes, municipal law, ERISA pension and fiduciary law, trade secret and employment contract cases, insurance law, product liability, mass torts, and professional negligence matters. Zoll is a Board Certified Civil Trial Advocate and serves as an examiner for the National Board of Trial Advocacy. He lectures trade and attorney groups and serves on the Lucas County MHRS Board, sharing his 30 years of experience with his profession and community.

Mark Henry is a civil litigator with over 20 years practice experience in Dayton, Ohio. His practice focuses on ERISA disability and insurance claims, Plaintiff's personal injury and general civil litigation matters.

John Folkerth manages the Labor and Employment Law Group at Folkerth + Routh, LLC. Mr. Folkerth is certified by the Ohio State Bar Association as an employment law specialist, and has been listed by Super Lawyers as a top rated Ohio employment law attorney. Mr. Folkerth represents businesses and individuals in the private sector, public sector, and federal sector involving employment related matters. Mr. Folkerth’s practice areas include general business and employment litigation, employment contracts, employee compensation, non-disclosure/non-compete and separation agreements, employment policies and handbooks, wrongful termination, FMLA, whistleblowing, employee benefits, non-disclosure/non-compete, discrimination, retaliation, sexual harassment and...

Matthew Zeiger represents clients in a wide variety of litigation matters. Mr. Zeiger counsels clients in many areas including media law, ethics law, professional liability, deceptive trade practices, public records, discrimination defense and a variety of contract disputes. His practice includes representation of both public and private companies, and he has counseled both for-profit and non-profit organizations.

Mr. Zeiger is a graduate of St. John's University School of Law in Queens, New York. He is also a graduate of Rhodes College in Memphis, Tennessee where he received a B.A. in Political Science.

Tonya R. Coles, Esq. is a solo practitioner in Columbus, Ohio. She focuses her practice on elder law, estate planning, and probate law. Tonya is a graduate of Capital University Law School. She is licensed to practice law in the State of Ohio.

Attorney James A. Giles has been serving the legal needs of the people of Knox County, Ohio since 1981. Mr. Giles is dedicated to providing the highest quality legal services to the people of Mount Vernon and Knox County, protecting the family, and the rights of the accused. His office is in Mount Vernon, Ohio, next door to the Knox County Courthouse. Mr. Giles is also associated with ACS Title & Closing Services of Knox County, a full-service Real Estate Title Insurance Agency.

Morgan is an Associate attorney at The Giles Law Group: www.gileslaw.com

Experience
Prior to opening his law office in Pickerington, David A. Bhaerman served as an Assistant Attorney General appointed by then-Ohio Attorney General Jim Petro. There he represented the state’s public two-year colleges in transactional matters and as general counsel, advising clients on a wide variety of legal and legislative matters, and represented the Ohio Department of Education in teacher-licensure hearings.
Before that, David spent more than 10 years working at The Ohio State University, most recently as Special Assistant to the President for Executive Communications. In that capacity, he was chief executive speechwriter for the president and an advisor on communication...

For over 20 years, Amy Wells has protected the interests of consumers in state and federal courts across the country. She has obtained millions of dollars of relief for her clients. The focus of her practice is consumer protection litigation, including assisting clients with credit report or background report issues, stopping unwanted robocalls, and abusive debt collections. Ms. Wells also actively pursues consumer-friendly legislation on the state and federal level. She has served in various leadership and board positions in consumer advocacy groups. Ms. Wells has written numerous articles about issues affecting consumers, and also speaks to a variety of...

A Practice Focused on Business & Banking
Mr. Shonk represents businesses and banks with regard to financial, organizational and general business planning matters including:

Business, banking and credit rights disputes
Employment and labor law
Bankruptcy
Acquisitions
Mergers
Business reorganizations
Estate planning
Trusts
Probate
An Experienced and Trusted Advisor
Mr. Shonk’s focus on financial matters and business affairs has allowed him to be the trusted advisor to families and individuals who seek his services on estate planning, trusts and probate matters.

His articles on labor law have been published in law journals. Mr. Shonk has presented continuing legal education seminars on various bankruptcy and mechanic’s lien issues to both trade organizations and outside attorney...

A Focus on Families
Mr. Grilli is engaged in the general civil practice of law with an emphasis on:

Family law
Divorce
Dissolution
Post-decree matters
Paternity
Child custody
Child Support
Adoption
Oil and gas law
Professional Affiliations
Mr. Grilli is licensed to practice law in all courts of Ohio and the United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio. He is also a member of:

The Fairfield County Bar Association
The Perry County Bar Association (past-president and current treasurer)
The Columbus Bar Association
The Ohio State Bar Association
Commitment to Community
Mr. Grilli offers his support to a variety of organizations, including:

Volunteer for free legal clinics in Fairfield and Perry counties
Offers pro-bono corporate counsel services for...

Jarod earned his bachelor’s degree in both political science and history from Bowling Green State University and his Juris Doctor degree from Ohio Northern University Claude W. Pettit College of Law in 2019. While in law school Jarod participated on the executive board of Law Review and the Federalist Society. His practice is concentrated in the areas of estate planning, business law, family law, domestic law, and commercial and real estate litigation. Jarod is an active member in the community participating in the Young Leaders of Licking County, the Licking County Chamber of Commerce, the Licking County Bar Association, and other...

OSBA Certified Family Law Specialist Cincinnati Academy of Collaborative Professionals International Academy of Collaborative Professionals Lecturer and Author of Collaborative Process and Conflict Resolution

Attorney David M. Todaro understands the complexities of the law and helps residents in Northeast Ohio navigate the legal system. When you choose to seek advice from Attorney David M. Todaro you can be assured that your issues will be handled in the most sensitive and efficient way possible. With experience dealing with a number of legal issues, the Todaro Law Office is prepared to fight for your case.

David’s private practice consists primarily in the areas of personal injury, wrongful death, medical negligence, criminal law, and bankruptcy.

The Todaro Law Office is a full service law firm serving Northeast Ohio. Since...

Matthew D. Davidson is an Associate Attorney at Davidson Law Offices, with a general practice emphasizing areas such as personal injury, insurance defense, insurance coverage, construction defect, wrongful death and business litigation. Matthew also covers matters such as criminal law, probate, wills and estates as well as domestic relations.

Matthew and his wife Christine are proud parents of two boys. Matthew is an avid outdoorsman, enjoying hunting, fishing and hiking. Throughout his life, Matthew has acquired many skills through a variety of jobs. Matthew has worked in the restaurant, landscaping, and construction businesses. In 2011 he started his own landscaping business,...

"Becoming a trial lawyer was my goal as long as I can remember. Through developing my trial skills, I have been able to help my clients favorably resolve many difficult and sometime desperate situations. It is truly a challenge and a privilege to be able to be in the position to help people." Ben and the late Ray Miraldi were the founding partners of Miraldi and Barrett. Ben received his undergraduate degree from John Carroll University in 1962. He began his law career in 1966 after attaining a Juris Doctorate degree from Cleveland Marshall College of Law. Ben has been recognized...

William Balena is an experienced bankruptcy and traffic trial attorney. Bill is an active member of NACBA. He attends annual workshops and continuing education in the area of advanced consumer bankruptcy issues. He represents consumers in chapter 7 and chapter 13. Bill is also a former city prosecutor and is well versed in traffic defense including Ohio drunk driving (OVI, DWI, DUI) and speeding tickets.

Are you seeking to file a worker’s compensation claim? Obtain counsel for this complex process by calling Charles Zamora Co., L.P.A. When you come to our firm for help, a Columbus worker’s compensation attorney will sit down with you to review your case and discuss possible solutions. Not only does our firm have more than 25 years of experience, but our lead attorney is a certified worker’s compensation specialist! Call our firm to find out how our unique qualifications can help you.

Associate Attorney Daniel Picketts is returning to his home of Ohio after completing his Juris Doctorate at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth. Having left Ohio after enlisting in the United States Marine Corps in 2007, Daniel has traveled around the world gaining various skills along the way. Daniel excelled in the Marine Corps displaying a natural talent for inspiring and leading Marines. He was selected for leadership roles over his peers at every opportunity presented, including a combat meritorious promotion while deployed to Afghanistan. Daniel ended his enlistment with the rank of Sergeant, a feat rarely attained in the first four-year...

I started my legal career in Columbus by clerking for a prominent firm in 1996. Shortly thereafter, while working my way through undergraduate studies, I attended Capital University Law School where I graduated in the top 10% of my class. I worked for two large firms in Columbus until I settled in with a practice located in Dublin for numerous years. After wanting more freedom to handle cases the way I felt best for my clients, I decided to start my own firm. I know have the freedom to spend the time necessary to make sure...

Emmanuel Olawale is a trial lawyer who has successfully tried several personal injury and other civil cases before juries and judges. With over $10 million in settlements and verdicts obtained for clients, over 6,000 satisfied clients and over 350 lawsuits, Emmanuel is an attorney who makes seeking justice for his clients the focus of his practice.

Emmanuel Olawale graduated with Honors from the City University of New York, College of Staten Island; he received his Associate of Arts (AA) degree in Liberal Arts and Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Communication, Media studies, and Journalism. He received his Juris Doctorate degree...

I am an Ohio consumer law attorney and founding partner at Luftman, Heck & Associates LLP. I have been practicing law since 2003 and have since been focusing primarily on consumer law with heavy weight on consumer rights and unfair debt collection.

I feel that I deliver superior service. Call me or email me directly. I will not put you off to my paralegal. I will respond quickly and directly. I love to help clients get a fresh start so they can get back to living. I am a former medic in the Army, then Corpsman in the Navy with a Marine Corps company.

I have practiced law for over 30 years, and enjoy my profession every day. My background in a wide variety of legal areas enables me to bring a big-picture view to a business matter or an estate planning session - and to be alert for specific pitfalls, as well.

Attorney John Rinehardt earned his law degree at the Ohio State University College of Law and was admitted to the practice of law in 1986. Ever since, John has devoted his legal expertise to helping the victims of wrongdoing obtain justice in the courts of Ohio. In his extensive experience, John has successfully handled cases where someone has been hurt or killed in cases involving defective products, unsafe industrial machines, reckless driving, vicious dog attacks, unguarded factory machine malfunctions, slip and falls, car wrecks caused by drunk drivers, electrocutions, nursing home neglect, and many other situations.

Brian G. Miller is the president and founder of Brian G. Miller Co. As a civil litigator, Mr. Miller focuses on plaintiffs’ personal injury cases including negligence claims, automobile, truck and motorcycle accidents, workplace injuries, wrongful deaths, premises liability cases, and other personal injury claims. He places an emphasis on diligent investigation of claims combined with an academic approach for the most effective legal representation for each individual client. He is an accomplished trial lawyer, having started his career as an assistant prosecuting attorney with the Franklin County prosecutor’s office, and having secured numerous successful civil verdicts on behalf of...

As a founding and managing partner of a women-owned law firm, attorney Abbie Obenour is particularly interested in efficient practice management, networking strategies for attorneys, women in the profession, and mentorship.

Areas of Practice
Elder Law
Estate Planning
Probate & Estate Administration
Adoption
Assisted Reproductive Technology
Guardian Ad Litem

Education
– Capital University Law School
Honors: Order of the Curia
Honors: Felicia Beth Nektirz Juvenile
Law Fellow with the National Center for Adoption Law and Policy
Honors: Dean’s Award for Public Service
Concentration: Family Law
– The Ohio State University
Master of Public Health
Honors: University FellowshipConcentration:
Health Behavior Health Promotion
– The Ohio State University

Bachelor of Arts summa cum laude
Honors: College of Arts and Sciences Award for Excellence...