Marissa K. Atterholt

Brendan J. Carney

Brian A. Coulter

Joseph T. Dattilo

Patrick J. Egan

Patricia A. Gajda

Thomas A. Gattozzi

Daniel K. Glessner

Richard H. Harris, III

Christopher M. Huryn

Ronald P. McCall

Brian D. Merklin

Marc B. Merklin

Timothy M. Reardon

Joan Reardon Stebelton

Daniel L. Silfani

Edward F. Smith

Marc S. Stein

Matthew G. Vansuch

Terry W. Vincent

August 15, 2024The Best Lawyers in America 2025 Recognizes 19 Brouse Attorneys in 16 Practice Areas and One Attorney as "Ones to Watch"

June 24, 2024Brouse McDowell Represents Summer Garden Food Manufacturing in Connection with Pending Sale Transaction with Lassonde Industries, Inc.

January 02, 2024Brouse McDowell Names Molly Brown as Partner

December 29, 202315 Brouse Attorneys Named 2024 Ohio Super Lawyers and Rising Stars

November 02, 2023Brouse McDowell Recognized in Best Lawyers "Best Law Firms" in 23 Metropolitan Practice Area Rankings

August 17, 2023The Best Lawyers in America 2024 Recognizes 24 Brouse Attorneys in 28 Practice Areas and 3 Attorneys as "Ones to Watch"

May 11, 2023Brouse McDowell Names Several New Practice Chairs

February 28, 2023Brouse Represented SURTECO in $255M Acquisition of Laminates Business from OMNOVA Solutions

December 21, 2022Brouse McDowell Welcomes Marissa Atterholt and Michael Class

November 17, 2022Brouse McDowell Welcomes Ryan Robinson

November 03, 2022Brouse McDowell Recognized by U.S. News & World Report's "Best Law Firms" 2023 in 29 Metropolitan Practice Area Rankings

November 02, 2022Craig Horbus to Speak at akhia communications "Cybersecurity Matters" Webinar

November 01, 2022Stow-Based Ickes Holt Joins Brouse McDowell

August 22, 2022Brouse McDowell Welcomes E. Camille Yancey

August 22, 2022Jarman Smith Selected to William K. Thomas American Inn of Court

August 18, 2022The Best Lawyers in America 2023 Recognizes 27 Brouse Attorneys in 32 Practice Areas and 5 Attorneys as "Ones to Watch"

July 25, 2022Brouse McDowell Welcomes Eric S. Fox

July 14, 2022Youngstown Partner Brian Coulter Graduates from Ohio State Bar Association Leadership Academy

July 14, 2022Craig Horbus Discusses Cyber Crimes in Business for Youngstown Business Journal

July 01, 2022Partner Matthew Vansuch Elected to Ohio State Bar Association Board of Governors

May 03, 2022Attorney Molly Brown Speaks Alongside Cascade Partners' Arjun Murthy for a Strafford Webinar

April 27, 2022Youngstown Partner Brian Coulter Named an MVP of Mahoning Valley Young Professionals' 25 Under 35 List

April 05, 2022Partner Libby Schultz-Horbus Provides Commentary for LexisNexis' Commercial Leasing Report

March 31, 2022Youngstown Partner Brian Coulter Named to Mahoning Valley Young Professionals' 25 Under 35 List

January 06, 2022Brouse McDowell Announces Three New Partners

December 30, 202130 Brouse Attorneys Named 2022 Ohio Super Lawyers and Rising Stars

November 29, 2021Attorney Brian Merklin Selected for the Akron Torchbearers Class of 2022

November 12, 2021"Corporate TIPS: Cyber Risk - The Board's Role" Selected for Boardspan's Library as a Featured Article

October 26, 2021Four Brouse Attorneys Mentioned in Tribune Chronicle for Best Lawyers in America 2022 Distinction

August 19, 2021The Best Lawyers in America 2022 Recognizes 28 Brouse Attorneys in 32 Practice Areas and 6 Attorneys as "Ones to Watch"

July 13, 2021Craig Horbus Comments for Youngstown's Business Journal on Cybersecurity Tools to Mitigate Risks and Damages

July 13, 2021Craig Horbus Speaks at Youngstown Business Journal's Cyber Summit

June 30, 2021Partner Libby Yeargin Comments in LexisNexis' Commercial Leasing Report

February 26, 2021Craig Horbus Comments on Acquisition of Velvet Tango Room

January 14, 2021Brouse McDowell Welcomes Two New Attorneys to the Firm

December 03, 2020Elizabeth Schultz Yeargin and Louis Alexander Present at Miami University's "Cleveland Chapter Masks Mandatory, Pants Optional - Business in 2020 and Beyond"

December 03, 2020Shelby Ranier Provides Commentary on the Small Business Relief Grant and the Bar and Restaurant Assistance Fund

December 01, 2020Libby Schultz Yeargin Comments on Ohio Law Creating Immunity for COVID-Related Suits

November 05, 2020Brouse McDowell Receives 29 Practice Area Rankings in US News - Best Lawyers "Best Law Firms" 2021

October 26, 2020Marc Merklin Presents at the Summit 2020 Virtual Conference

October 21, 2020Ed Smith Comments on Business Changes Brought on by the Pandemic in The Business Journal

August 20, 2020The Best Lawyers in America 2021 Recognizes 28 Brouse Attorneys in 33 Practice Areas and 4 Attorneys as "Ones to Watch"

July 21, 2020Christopher Huryn Comments on Legal Considerations for Health Care Joint Ventures

April 15, 2020Suzanne Bretz Blum and Brian Merklin Present to the Cleveland Life Institute on "Managing the Social Enterprise: Legal and Regulatory Issues"

November 01, 2019Brouse McDowell Earns 24 Practice Group Rankings by U.S. News -- Best Lawyers "Best Law Firms"

August 15, 2019Twenty-eight Brouse McDowell Attorneys Recognized in 33 Practice Areas to The Best Lawyers in America 2020

May 13, 2019Brouse McDowell Adds to the Corporate & Securities and Real Estate Practice Groups

April 30, 2019Brouse McDowell Partner Craig Horbus Speaks at AtNetPlus 2nd Annual BizTech Forecast

February 25, 2019Brouse McDowell Welcomes Jeanne V. Gordon & Shelby L. Ranier to the Firm

February 19, 2019Brouse McDowell Partner Craig Horbus Speaks to MAGNET About Arising Legal Issues Regarding IIoT

January 21, 2019Brouse McDowell Partner Patricia Gajda Speaks on M&A at Cleveland EO Panel

November 27, 2018Brouse McDowell Hosts CLE Seminar with ACC NEO

November 02, 2018Brouse McDowell Secures 19 Practice Area Rankings in "Best Law Firms" 2019

October 18, 2018Brouse McDowell Advises Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center on its New 160,000 Square Foot Campus

August 15, 201825 Brouse McDowell Attorneys Recognized in 19 Practice Areas to The Best Lawyers in America 2019

March 23, 2022Brouse Briefing Webinar Series: Negotiations, Strategies, and Tactics for Your Business

August 25, 2021Brouse Briefing Webinar Series: Cybersecurity: Prevention, Planning, and Mitigation

June 23, 2021Brouse Briefing Webinar Series: Economic & Legal Forecast 2021

June 24, 2020Webinar: Terry Vincent Presents at "Paycheck Protection Program: Understanding the New, Flexible Guidelines" Hosted by LakewoodAliveand the Lakewood Chamber of Commerce

May 27, 2020Webinar: Shelby Ranier Presents at "PPP Loan Forgiveness and Key Considerations" Hosted by the City of Akron, ArtsNow, and Akron Community Foundation

May 15, 2020Webinar: Terry Vincent Presents at "PPP: Making the Most of It" Hosted by LakewoodAlive and the Lakewood Chamber of Commerce

April 29, 2020Webinar: Brouse and AtNetPlus Present "Are You Ready for Re-Entry? Day-Zero and a New Era of Business"

April 10, 2020Webinar: Shelby Ranier Participates in GAC's Webinar to Address Questions on COVID-19 SBA Loans

August 08, 2019There's Been a Breach! An Interactive Incident Response Simulation

April 30, 2019AtNetPlus's 2nd Annual Biz Tech Forecast

March 20, 2015Spring Cross Employer Community Leadership Institute

November 08, 2023Labor & Employment Alert: New Rule From National Labor Relations Board Means Your Company Could Be a Joint Employer of Your Union Vendor's Employees Without Knowing It

August 02, 2023Business Alert: Michigan Supreme Court Issues Decision with Implications for Automotive Supply Contracts

May 12, 2021Cybersecurity Alert: More Industries Falling Victim to Cybersecurity Breaches

December 21, 2020Client Alert: Congress and the SBA Spread Some Much Needed Holiday Spirit

October 28, 2020Client Alert: October Surprise - Ohio Small Business Relief Funds

October 14, 2020Video Alert: Brouse Briefing - PPP Loans (October 14 Update)

September 15, 2020Client Alert: Governor DeWine Signs COVID Immunity Bill

June 17, 2020Video Alert: Brouse Briefing - PPP Loans, MSL Program and EIDL Program (June 17 Update)

June 04, 2020Video Alert: Brouse Briefing - PPP Loans (June 4 Update)

May 18, 2020Video Alert: Brouse Briefing - PPP Loans (May 18 Update)

May 14, 2020Video Alert: Brouse Briefing - PPP Loans (May 14 Update)

May 06, 2020Video Alert: PPP Loan Proceeds and Forgiveness Considerations - Things You Need to Know

April 24, 2020Corporate Alert: PPP Loan Funding Replenished - 3 Things You Need to Know

April 24, 2020Client Alert: "Necessity is the Mother of Invention" - Checklist of Issues to Consider Before Reopening After COVID-19

April 23, 2020Corporate Alert: "Show Me the Money" - PPP Loan Proceeds and Forgiveness Considerations

March 30, 2020Corporate Alert: Alternatives to In-Person Meetings in the Wake of COVID-19

March 24, 2020Corporate Alert: 10 FAQs - SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans

March 23, 2020Corporate Alert: The Defense Production Act - Incentivizing Production in the Private Sector

March 16, 2020Corporate Alert: 5 Tips for Small Business Owners to Protect Their Financial Health From COVID-19

January 09, 2020Cybersecurity Alert: New Regulation That Will Impact Any DoD Contractors in 2020 and Beyond

October 04, 2019Cybersecurity Alert: Recent Increase in Wire Transfer Fraud

August 05, 2019Cybersecurity Alert: Number of Targeted Ransomware Attacks on the Rise

May 13, 2019Cybersecurity Alert: BEC Scams and Tips to Avoid Being a Victim

April 02, 2019Cybersecurity Alert: Lawmakers Draft Bi-Partisan Bill to Enhance Internet of Things Security

March 26, 2019Data Privacy Alert: Businesses Will Likely Bear the Brunt of US Federal Privacy Law

March 05, 2019Data Privacy Alert: Congress Considering National Privacy Legislation

February 15, 2019Cybersecurity Alert: Lost Passwords Could Lead to $190 Million Gone Forever

February 12, 2019Cybersecurity Alert: Cyberattacks on the Rise - No. 1 Challenge Facing Businesses Today

November 23, 2016DOL's Overtime Rule Stopped in its Tracks

January 29, 2016Brouse McDowell Business Minutes - The Necessary Steps to Acquire a Company

November 15, 2023Tightening Loan Standards? What a More Conservative Lending Environment Means for Real Estate Projects in 2024

May 01, 2022Stepping Off on the Right Foot to Protect Your Squad When Arranging for or Streaming Your Band

February 01, 2021Brouse McDowell Featured in Youngstown Business Journal's 2021 Growth Report

December 29, 2020Libby Schultz Yeargin Authors Practical Guidance Note on Force Majeure Clauses

December 02, 2019ESOP option: The benefits to business owners of selling through an ESOP

November 01, 2019Get me out of this contract! The impact of a bad contract and how to get out of one

August 01, 2019Help from the outside: How companies can get the most from outside legal counsel

May 01, 2019Beyond ports and rails: How port authorities can finance development projects

March 01, 2019Considerations for startups: How to avoid common legal pitfalls when starting a business

February 01, 2019Overlooked responsibilities: Areas of risk in 401(k) plans that expose companies to audits, litigation

December 26, 2018Serious About Cybersecurity: How Ohio Companies Can Protect Themselves by Protecting Their Data

September 01, 2016Make an informed decision - Due diligence is a critical tool when entering into an M&A transaction

January 04, 2016The franchise model - What you need to know to become a strong franchisor

November 02, 2015The threat is real - Governing your company through the age of cybersecurity attacks

September 01, 2015Expect the unexpected - Address potential conflict at the front end when forming your joint venture

May 04, 2015Patience and preparation - Joint ventures work when companies take time to evaluate a path to success

February 01, 2015Negotiating Accountable Care Organization Participation Agreements on Behalf of Long Term Care Facilities

February 04, 2013Strictest Confidence - How to Effectively Protect Your Company's Confidential Information

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June 8, 2023Business Blog: The Corporate Transparency Act and Reports of Beneficial Ownership Information

May 10, 2023Business Blog: Four Steps to Stay Competitive in M&A Transactions: Insurance Due Diligence

February 8, 2023Business Blog: Important Steps in Raising Capital: Complying with Federal and State Securities Laws

October 19, 2022Business Blog: Revisiting Capital Structure and its Importance - Private Capital Raising Options

Corporate T.I.P.S. Blog

August 17, 2022Corporate TIPS: Federal Privacy Bill Makes Historic Advancement in Congress

July 12, 2022Corporate TIPS: U.S. Data Privacy Compliance Deadlines Are Quickly Approaching in 2023

RE&C Blog

May 17, 2022New Property Tax Dispute Bill Favors Developers and Owners, Limits School Districts

April 6, 2022Business Blog: Make Sure Your Non-Profit Charity is Compliant When Looking to Support Ukraine and Other Causes

March 24, 2022Business Blog Featuring Cascade Partners: Liquidity Events Dialogue - Part 2

March 17, 2022Corporate TIPS: Is Your Organization Prepared for Cyber Warfare?

March 10, 2022Business Blog: Transformation of Commercial Construction and Manufacturing Industries Through Technology

January 12, 2022Business Blog Featuring Cascade Partners: Liquidity Events Dialogue - Part 1

December 30, 2021Business Blog: The Corporate Transparency Act: Reporting Requirements for Business Entities; Burdens for Small Businesses

December 6, 2021Business Blog: Four Sugarplums Business Owners Should Dance in Their Heads This Holiday Season When Considering Whether to Sell Their Businesses

November 24, 2021CORPORATE TIPS: COVID-19's Impact on Cybersecurity

November 18, 2021Business Blog: Securities Law Implications for M&A - Private Companies

October 27, 2021Corporate TIPS: Cyber Risk - The Board's Role

October 20, 2021Business Blog featuring Cascade Partners: Where to Start When Selling Your Business - Part 1

October 6, 2021Business Blog: Ohio's Revised LLC Act Effective January 1, 2022 - Issues for Existing Companies

July 30, 2021Business Blog: Supply Chain Problems and Labor Shortage Challenges

July 7, 2021Corporate TIPS: JBS Cyberattack Linked to Russian "REvil" Ransomware

June 9, 2021Corporate TIPS: Google Sued Again for Data Collection Misconduct

May 20, 2021Business Blog: New Ohio Law to Help Property Owners Will Take Effect July 26, 2021

Health Care Compliance Checkup Blog

May 11, 2021Compliance Checkup & Corporate TIPS: Fifth Circuit Shines a Light on HIPAA "Encryption" and "Disclosure" Rules in M.D. Anderson Decision

May 11, 2021Compliance Checkup & Corporate TIPS: Fifth Circuit Shines a Light on HIPAA "Encryption" and "Disclosure" Rules in M.D. Anderson Decision

May 7, 2021Business Blog: "If It Isn't Broke, Should You Fix It?"

March 31, 2021Corporate TIPS and Compliance Checkup: Privacy Law Concerns with Virus Vaccine Tracking

March 17, 2021Business Blog: Withdrawal Liability - A Hidden Liability for Union Employers

March 1, 2021Business Blog: WFH! Working from Home and Real Estate Trends in 2021

February 17, 2021Corporate TIPS: Ransomware Remains a Threat

February 10, 2021Business Blog: Changes to Employee Retention Credit Provide Tax Relief for Businesses

February 4, 2021Business Blog: Fraudulent Unemployment Claims - How Employers Should Respond

February 3, 2021Corporate TIPS: U.S. Consumer Privacy Regulations Expected to Increase in 2021

December 18, 2020Business and Trusts & Estates Blog: Year-End Gifting For 2020 and CARES Act Considerations

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December 18, 2020Business and Trusts & Estates Blog: Year-End Gifting For 2020 and CARES Act Considerations

August 13, 2020Corporate TIPS (Video): The Importance of Incident Response Plans

June 3, 2020Business Blog: Corporate Formalities Matter... Even for Limited Liability Companies

April 17, 2020Business Blog: Main Street Lending Program Provides Critical Support for Mid-Sized Businesses

March 11, 2020Business Blog: "Do you feel lucky?!" The Top 3 Trends in IRS Tax Audits and Compliance

February 26, 2020Business Blog: Is the Coronavirus a "Force Majeure" Event?

February 13, 2020Business Blog: Before You Say "I Do" to Your Business Partner, Consider a Business "Prenup" - 5 Reasons You Need a Buy-Sell Agreement Today

February 5, 2020Corporate TIPS: Manufacturing Automation Through IoT - Striking a Balance Between Productivity and Vulnerability

January 30, 2020Business Blog: Big Game LIV - "Tax-Free" In the Sunshine State

September 17, 2019Business Blog: Contract Liquor Agency Commission Bonus Program

September 12, 2019Business Blog: Technology Issues in Mergers and Acquisitions: Paper vs. Software — Using Business Management Software to Become the Optimal Seller

August 26, 2019Business Blog: Beware of Unrelated Business Taxable Income

August 21, 2019Corporate TIPS Blog: "Seal Team Fix": Who's on Your Cybersecurity Task Force?

August 19, 2019Business Blog: Representation and Warranty Insurance in Corporate Transactions

August 12, 2019Business Blog: Due Diligence - From a Buyer's Perspective

August 7, 2019Corporate TIPS Blog: The Importance of Due Diligence for Transactions

August 5, 2019Business Blog: Transaction Structuring - Asset Deal v. Equity Deal

July 25, 2019Business Blog: Exit Planning - Considering the Future of Your Business

July 24, 2019Corporate TIPS Blog: Tips for Preventing Data Breaches

July 10, 2019Corporate TIPS Blog: Managing Cybersecurity Risk in Your Supply Chain

June 26, 2019Corporate TIPS Blog: Brouse McDowell's Top Privacy and Security Issues to Watch in Fiscal Year 2019-2020

June 12, 2019Corporate TIPS Blog: Ransomware Attacks: Protections Against the Greatest Online Threat for Business