We are proud to congratulate Tom Connick on being recognized as one of Crain's 2025 Notable Litigators & Trial Attorneys! This honor reflects his extensive trial experience and proven ability to litigate complex and high-stakes litigation for our clients. A seasoned trial attorney, Tom is a fierce advocate with a proven track record of successfully litigating some of the most complex legal disputes. Known for his strategic approach and unwavering dedication to clients, he has earned a reputation for excellence in the courtroom. This well-deserved recognition highlights his ability to deliver results and reinforces the high standard he helps set for our firm’s litigation practice and the legal industry. Please join us in celebrating this outstanding achievement! https://lnkd.in/g_XrGHjD #TrialTested#LitigationExcellence #NotableLitigators #CrainsCleveland #TrialLawyer #LegalIndustry
Schneider Smeltz Spieth Bell LLP
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Delivering excellent client service by providing forward-thinking, creative solutions to complex legal problems.
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Schneider Smeltz Spieth Bell LLP is a full-service law firm with experience dating back to 1867. We focus on delivering excellent client service by providing forward-thinking, creative solutions to complex legal problems. Schneider Smeltz Spieth Bell LLP brings together Schneider, Smeltz, Ranney & LaFond PLL and Spieth, Bell, McCurdy & Newell Co., L.P.A., which are two of Cleveland’s oldest and highest quality law firms. With this combination, the firm has one of the largest trusts and estates practice groups in Ohio. We provide a broad range of services and a deep bench of legal talent for our clients. Schneider Smeltz Spieth Bell LLP has lawyers who are licensed to practice law in Ohio, New York, Florida, Pennsylvania, Illinois, and the Commonwealth of Virginia and before various federal and state courts. The firm’s primary practice areas include business law, real estate, litigation, family law, taxation, and trusts and estates, with attorneys uniquely suited to meet the needs of businesses, individuals, and charitable organizations. As part of our firm’s culture, we promote active leadership and involvement in the profession and in our community. We have attorneys who are leading important legal and business associations, committees, and boards, as well as are civic and local government leaders throughout our region. The firm is an active member of Primerus, a society of the world’s finest independent, boutique law firms. With nearly 200 member firms in more than 40 countries, each firm is screened to ensure its commitment to excellence as embodied in the Six Pillars: Integrity, Excellent Work Product, Reasonable Fees, Continuing Legal Education, Civility and Community Service. Schneider Smeltz Spieth Bell LLP is dedicated to providing thoughtful, practical solutions to the complex problems faced by our clients, with a strong devotion to delivering excellent personal and timely service.
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- 51-200 employees
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- Cleveland, OH
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- 2016
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- Trusts and Estates, Family Law, Business Law, Litigation, Taxation, Real Estate, Corporate Law, and Nonprofit Law
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Cleveland, OH 44114, US
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Enjoyed presenting on “Charitable Planning Topics for Every Advisor” at the dinner of the Mahoning Shenango Valley Estate Plannng Council in new Apollo Event Center in Youngstown a few blocks away from the historic county courthouse. Thanks for hosting me Shannon E. Greene-Day, Esq., James Dietz, Kevin Chiu CFP®, AIF®, ChFC®, NSSA®, Tracie Schmidt, Probate Judge Robert Rusu, and many others.
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Unlock the Secrets to HR Success: A Panel Discussion. Curious about how top organizations handle today's crazy HR requirements? Get the answers to some of the questions and challenges that are keeping you up at night. Schneider Smeltz Spieth Bell attorney, Elizabeth Crosby, will be moderating a panel discussion with local HR leaders, including Ann Aber - Executive VP, Chief Legal & Human Resources Officer & Secretary, JOANN Inc, George Sample, MBA, SHRM-SCP -Blue Streak Consultants and Former VP Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland, and Cindy Torres Essell, ACC, SPHR, SHRM-SCP - Human Resources Team Leader, Heinen’s Inc. These HR pros will share their perspectives & insights on a variety of topics important to HR professionals. Register Today! https://lnkd.in/epWdiwwp Location: CBIZ HQ, 5959 Rockside Woods Blvd N., Suite 600, Independence, OH 44131 Date and time: Friday, March 14, 2025 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM #HR #HRsuccess #ShopTalk!
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Keeping Up With HR Legal and Compliance Issues. Join Schneider Smeltz Spieth Bell attorney, Elizabeth Crosby as she provides her insights at the Middleburg Heights Chamber of Commerce’s March Monthly Luncheon. Date and time: Thursday, Mar 13, 2025, 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM Location: Middleburg Heights Community Center, 16000 Bagley Rd., Middleburg Hts., OH 44130 RSVP Today – https://lnkd.in/dJq9XskQ #thoughtleadership #HR #HRcompliance
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Estate Planning For Retirement Benefits In 2025 Going Forward: A Summary Guide To A Complicated New World. In this article that recently appeared in the Probate Law Journal of Ohio, Schneider Smeltz Spieth Bell attorney, J. Paul Fidler provides practical short-form guidance on how to engage in estate planning moving forward for clients with significant retirement plan assets. Read the article – https://lnkd.in/gxv5DzkE #thoughtleadership #estateplanning #lawyers
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Schneider Smeltz Spieth Bell attorneys, Jenna Bird and Kyle Gee share their perspectives on assigning rights to dispose of one’s bodily remains. What is the default if no declaration of assignment is executed? Why should your clients consider executing a written declaration of assignment instead of sole reliance on statutory law? Gain valuable insights from Jenna and Kyle’s article that recently appeared in the Probate Law Journal of Ohio – https://lnkd.in/g9DMkifm #thoughtleadership #declarationofassignment #lawyers
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Congratulations to our extended family member, Maureen Fallon Adler, on her recognition as a Distinguished Alumna Award Honoree from the Saint Joseph Academy. https://lnkd.in/gheYDGBU #award #celebrate
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Schneider Smeltz Spieth Bell LLP is proud to be a sponsor of the Family Connections’ Winter Warmer event. Family Connections has been providing early literacy, parenting support and school readiness services to Greater Cleveland families for more than 40 years. Help support this wonderful event. Get tickets or be a sponsor – https://lnkd.in/gFbdy94K #familyconnections #winterwarmer #caring #greatercleveland
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We’re delighted to expand our litigation team with the addition of Thomas A. Barni, a seasoned trial lawyer and results-oriented negotiator known for his zealous advocacy and unwavering commitment to client success. His knowledge and experience strengthen our firm’s ability to deliver excellent client service by providing forward-thinking solutions to complex legal problems—please join us in welcoming Tom! https://lnkd.in/gns9_NPB #welcome #litigation #growing
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Enjoyed collaborating with dozens of lawyers from across Ohio during our winter Estate Planning Trust Probate Law Section Council meeting this weekend at the Ohio State Bar Association HQ. It’s a privilege to help shape new statutes and improve existing law. Congrats to Chair, Brian Layman on another great meeting and fellow officers Lee Stautberg and Susan Racey. Thanks to presenters, including Probate Judges Laura Gallagher and Robert Rusu, and Bob Brucken, James Lanham, Edwin Morrow III, Kenneth Sechler, Franklin Malemud, Matt H., Tom Culpepper, Larae Schraeder, Zach Stackhouse, Scott Lundregan, and others. Great council discusions. Another round of enhanced legislation is coming.
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