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	Michael L. Stark, Partner, co-founded Stark & Knoll in 1985. Mike is a graduate of Miami University in 1958, cum laude (Beta Gamma Sigma, Phi Beta Kappa, Beta Alpha Psi, Omicron Delta Kappa) and from the University of Indiana in 1961, with a Juris Doctor. Throughout his career Mike has handled the planning and administration of the estates of many prominent Akron residents. Mike has negotiated employment contracts, profit sharing plans and other agreements for both local and national businesses including a broad experience in the areas of mergers and acquisitions. He is widely known as a speaker at the Ohio State Bar Association’s Continuing Legal Education including, “Nuts and Bolts of Wills and Trust” which he has presented for more then 30 years. He has been listed in Best Lawyers in America (Trusts & Estates) since 1989, has been an Adjunct Professor, Masters of Taxation, at The University of Akron since 1981 and has been named by Law and Politics Magazine as an Ohio Super Lawyer since 2005. Mike was a member of the Counsel of Delegates of the Ohio State Bar Association and is a member of the Board of Governors of the Probate and Estate Planning Committee of the Ohio State Bar Association. He is a member of the Akron, Ohio State and American Bar Associations with committee memberships in Taxation and Probate Trust. Mike is a Fellow of the Akron Bar Association, a Fellow of the Ohio State Bar Foundation, a member of the American College of Trust and Estate Lawyers and an Academician of the International Academy of Estate and Trust Law. Mike's practice areas include estate planning, corporate transactions, taxation, healthcare and non-profit organizations. MStark@Stark-Knoll.com Back To Top

	Thomas G. Knoll, Partner, co-founded Stark & Knoll in 1985. He is a graduate of Miami University and The Ohio State University (1965). Tom practices in general corporate, real estate, corporate transactions and business succession planning with clients in various industries including manufacturing, distribution, management and pharmaceuticals. He has been listed in Best Lawyers in America (Corporate) since 1995. Tom is a past president of the Akron Bar Association and a member of the Ohio State and the American Bar Associations with these section and committee memberships: Ohio State Bar Association: Real Property and Banking & Commercial Law; American Bar Association: Real Property and Probate & Trust. As the co-founder of Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Greater Akron and First Tee of Akron, Tom’s commitment to the community is extensive. He was recently awarded the H. Peter Burg Economic Development and Leadership Award which was created to recognize individuals who have emulated the former chairman of First Energy’s dedication to economic development and our community. In addition, he currently serves as Chairman of the Summa Health System Board of Directors and as a board member for the PGA Tour Tournament Association and SummaCare Insurance Company. Tom is a Partner in Stark & Knoll’s Business Services Group. "At Stark & Knoll our clients are our most valued asset. Our goal is to serve them in the most competent, responsive and personal manner, bringing true value to the attorney-client relationship." - Thomas G. Knoll TKnoll@Stark-Knoll.com Back To Top

	James L. Rench, Partner, graduated from Miami University and The Ohio State University magna cum laude and Order of the Coif in 1973. Jim practices in general corporate, corporate transactions and commercial lending. His clients span various industries including the environmental consulting, manufacturing and financial services industries. He has been listed in Best Lawyers in America (Banking) since 1997 and is a member of the Akron, Cleveland and Ohio State Bar Associations. A frequent “blogger,” Jim’s blog on recent corporate transactions can be read at www.ohiobusblawg.blogspot.com. Jim is a Partner in Stark & Knoll’s Business Services Group. "My corporate transaction practice is particularly gratifying. When both parties can leave the closing table satisfied that their respective objectives have been achieved, that is a good indication of a job well done." - James L. Rench JRench@Stark-Knoll.com Back To Top

	John K. Krajewski, Managing Partner of the firm, is a graduate of Niagara University, cum laude, and Case Western Reserve University with a Juris Doctor in 1985. He is also a Certified Public Accountant in the State of Ohio. John's practices include general corporate, business succession, taxation and non-profit organizations. John has over 20 years of experience during which he has counseled business owners on various issues ranging from structuring a transaction for maximum tax benefits to succession planning and transferring the business to the next generation. He is the author of "Change for the Sake of Change: An Analysis of the Final Regulations Governing Citizens or Residents of the United States Living Abroad," The Review of Taxation of Individuals and "Preserving America's Heritage: The Rehabilitation Tax Credit," Real Estate Accounting and Taxation. He is a member of the Akron and Ohio State Bar Associations and the Ohio Society of Certified Public Accountants. He has been admitted to the U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio and U.S. Tax Court. A past chairman of Weaver Industries, he is active in the community. John currently is a Member of the Board and Treasurer of the First Friday Club of Greater Akron. He also is a volunteer at St. Bernard’s soup kitchen in downtown Akron and a coach for Archbishop Hoban High School’s Mock Trial Team. John is a Partner in Stark & Knoll’s Business Services Group. "Few changes are more complex or important in the life of a company and of its owners than the transition to new ownership. By bringing both legal and accounting expertise to the table, I short-circuit communication problems and speed the process to structure a solution that minimizes taxes and serves owners and other parties exceptionally well." - John K. Krajewski JKrajewski@Stark-Knoll.com Back To Top

	John P. Susany, Partner, graduated from Ohio University Honors Tutorial College, summa cum laude, where he also pursued graduate studies in public administration. John graduated with a Juris Doctor from The University of Michigan in 1987. John has successfully litigated a wide range of cases, including those involving business disputes, contracts, business torts, employment issues, fiduciary duties among owners and officers, corporate theft, trade secrets, construction matters, and many involving requests for injunctive relief, for clients before federal and state trial and appellate courts. John has also argued before a number of administrative boards and fact finders, including the National Labor Relations Board administrative law judges, the Ohio Board of Tax Appeals, various county boards of revision, and arbitrators and arbitration panels. He is the author of "Reduce Your Taxes Now." He is also a Fellow of the Ohio State Bar Foundation Class of 1999, and a member of the Ohio Association of Civil Trial Attorneys, the Defense Research Institute and the Justinian Forum. In 1999, he was a panelist for the Ohio Supreme Court Futures Commission on The Merit Selection of Judges. He has been admitted to the United States Supreme Court, the U.S. Courts of Appeal for the Sixth and Seventh Circuits and the Federal District Courts for Northern and Southern Districts of Ohio. John has served as an expert witness in court and before arbitrators on the reasonableness of attorneys’ fees. He is a member of the Cleveland, Akron, Ohio State and American Bar Associations, including the Litigation and Labor & Employment Law Sections. John continues to be an active volunteer at his alma mater, Ohio University. He is former president of the school’s National Alumni Board and member of the University’s Board of Trustees. He currently serves as a Trustee for Ohio University’s Foundation Board. John is the chair of the firm's Litigation & Employment group. "Clients don't want excuses. They want results. If they're calling me or the other members of the Litigation and Employment group, they either want to avoid a problem or get rid of one. That's what we do." - John P. Susany JSusany@Stark-Knoll.com Back To Top

	Jeffrey T. Knoll, Partner, is a 1988 graduate from the College of Engineering at Virginia Tech University and The Ohio State University law school with a Juris Doctor in 1991. Jeff practices in general corporate, real estate, commercial leasing, business succession planning and commercial lending. He also works in the area of fertility law. Jeff is a member of the Akron, Ohio State and American Bar Associations. He is a member of Leadership Akron’s Class XXI and was elected as Vice President of the class by his peers. Jeff has volunteered and served on various boards in the greater Akron community including Big Brothers and Sisters and Greenleaf Family Center. He is also a regular volunteer at the Bridgestone World Golf Championship. Recently, he was elected to serve his second term as Chairman of the Board of Trustees for Greenleaf Family Center, a local not for profit entity. Jeff is the Chairman of the firm’s Business Services Group. "As a practical matter, in today's legal and business environment, representation of small and mid-sized businesses differs significantly from representation of large, publicly traded companies. Realizing this fact, I have focused my practice to best meet the needs of small and mid-sized companies, providing to them quality services within the economics of their business." - Jeffrey T. Knoll JKnoll@Stark-Knoll.com Back To Top

	Aaron G. Lepp, Partner, graduated in 1992 from Wake Forest University magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in both Economics and History. He graduated in 1995 from The Ohio State University College of Law with a Juris Doctor. In both 2006 and 2007 Aaron was selected as an Ohio Rising Star by Super Lawyers magazine and he is BV Rated by Martindale-Hubbell. Aaron’s practice areas include general corporate, mergers and acquisitions, corporate transactions, healthcare, commercial real estate and business succession planning. His merger and acquisition practice has seen him oversee acquisitions in a diverse array of industries and across a wide range of deal sizes. His clients are comprised of a variety of businesses and their owners spanning numerous industries including manufacturing, service providers, communications and internet technology, medical devices, construction and development and healthcare. Aaron is a member of the Akron and Ohio State Bar Associations having served on the Akron Bar’s Grievance Committee and related Investigation Subcommittee. Aaron has served on the Boards of various community organizations including Big Brothers & Sisters of Summit and Medina Counties, Tuscora Park Health and Wellness Foundation and his local church. He also served as President of Big Brothers & Sisters and was awarded the 2008 Big Brothers and Sisters of Summit and Medina Counties Distinguished Service Award. He is a Partner in Stark & Knoll’s Business Services Group. “We at Stark & Knoll are dedicated to serving our clients with the highest level of personal service, and in so doing, we work hard to ensure the success of your business and the fruition of your life’s plans.” - Aaron G. Lepp ALepp@Stark-Knoll.com Back To Top

	Terrence L. Seeberger, Partner, graduated from Grinnell College with a Bachelor of Arts in 1975 and Washington University School of Law with a Juris Doctor in 1978. Terry's practice areas include business, environmental, construction, land use and probate litigation, as well as white-collar criminal defense. He has over 30 years of experience during which he has successfully defended many area construction companies, manufacturing businesses, mortgage companies and local business owners. Terry has been admitted to practice in the Ohio and Illinois state courts; the U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Ohio, Southern and Eastern Districts of Illinois and Western District of Michigan; and the U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit. He is a member of the Stark County and Ohio State Bar Associations. Terry is actively involved in the community as a member and past chairperson of Plain Township Zoning Commission, a member of the Board of Directors for the Canton Symphony Orchestra and also a Trustee and Vice Chair of the Refuge of Hope. He has recently been selected by the Mayor of North Canton to serve as a member of the Board of Directors for the Stark County Combined Health District. Previously, Terry was a Trustee of Canton Tomorrow, the Sandusky Valley Board of Substance Abuse and a member of the executive committee of Canton Development Partnership. He is also past chairperson of Canton Preservation Society, Downtown Canton Special Improvement District and Stark State College Foundation. Terry is a Partner in Stark & Knoll’s Litigation and Employment Group. "My goal is to win for Stark & Knoll's clients, to do so cost-effectively, and to ascertain that Stark & Knoll's clients are always informed as to the status of the matters entrusted to us." - Terrence L. Seeberger TSeeberger@Stark-Knoll.com Back To Top

	Christopher A. Tipping, Partner, is a cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa graduate of The George Washington University with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science (1992), and The Ohio State University College of Law (J.D. 1995), where he served as Articles Editor of the Ohio State Law Journal and received the American Jurisprudence Award in Civil and Political Law. Prior to joining Stark & Knoll, Chris was a Partner at Tipping Co., L.P.A. Chris focuses his practice in the areas of civil and complex civil litigation, labor, employment, personal injury, business, medical malpractice defense, and all facets of insurance defense litigation. He is a member of the Akron Bar Association and a Fellow of the Akron Bar Association Foundation (Class of 2005) and is a frequent speaker at litigation and trial advocacy seminars on topics ranging from evidence law to trial preparation and tactics. Active in the community, he is President of the Walsh Jesuit High School Alumni Association and sits on the Board of Trustees in that capacity. Chris is also currently serving as President of the St. Sebastian Parish Council. In 2006, he was appointed by the Mayor of Fairlawn to serve as a member of the Archives and Artifacts Historical Commission for the City. Chris lives in Fairlawn with his wife, Tricia, and their two children. Chris is a Partner in Stark & Knoll’s Litigation and Employment Group. "When a client is faced with litigation or wants to avoid it, the key component for success is experienced trial counsel. We, in the Stark & Knoll litigation group, maintain the proficiency and hands-on courtroom experience to advance our clients' interests zealously and with positive results. We strive to place our clients in the best possible position for success in all litigation matters." - Christopher A. Tipping CTipping@Stark-Knoll.com Back To Top

	Mary Jo Lockshin, Mary Jo Lockshin, Partner, received her Bachelor of Arts in English, with honors, and her Juris Doctor from Ohio Northern University. Mary Jo brings a wealth of experience to the firm's estate planning and probate practice which enables her to assist clients with estate planning, probate, charitable gifting, probate litigation, trust and guardianship administration, and asset protection. Mary Jo’s previous experience includes serving as Vice President and Trust Officer of FirstMerit Bank where she served as manager of the trust division probate department. She has been admitted to the Ohio courts; the U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio; and the United States Supreme Court. In addition, she is a member of the Estate Planning, Probate and Trust Committee of the Ohio State Bar Association, the Tax and Estate Planning Council of Akron, the Lawyers' Assistance and Probate Committees of the Akron Bar Association and the Probate and Scholarship Committees of the Stark County Bar Association. A member of the Advisory Board of the Getty College of Arts and Sciences of Ohio Northern University, her involvement in the community is extensive. She is a board member of the National Museum of Education, which sponsors the National Gallery for America’s Young Inventors, and serves on the Western Reserve Planned Giving Committee, the Hattie Larlham Legacy Advisory Committee, the Aultman Hospital Women’s Board and the development committee, of the Tuesday Musical Association. She is a frequent speaker for the Ohio State Bar Associations Continuing Legal Education including, “Nuts and Bolts of Wills and Trusts.” Mary Jo lives in Canton with her four children. Mary Jo is the Chair of Stark & Knoll’s Estate Planning and Probate Group. “The strength of Stark and Knoll is our ability to provide our clients with sound legal advice in a personal, efficient manner.” - Mary Jo Lockshin MLockshin@Stark-Knoll.com Back To Top

	Harry A. Tipping, Harry A. Tipping, Partner, graduated from Gannon College and The University of Akron School of Law with a Juris Doctor. He served as Editor-in-Chief of the Akron Law paper, Arete, from 1969-70. He is the founder of Tipping Co., L.P.A., which operated for 34 years in Northeast Ohio, until merging with Stark & Knoll. With over 36 years of legal experience, Harry has litigated cases for hundreds of clients including: insurance companies, funeral homes, construction companies, hotels and homeowners associations. Harry specializes in insurance defense work and represents many nationally known insurance providers. His practice involves complex civil litigation in the fields of labor, employment, business and personal injury defense. He is a member of the Akron Bar Association; an Advocate in the American Board of Trial Advocates, Federation of Insurance and Corporate Counsel and Defense Research Institute; a Charter Fellow of the Akron Bar Association Foundation; and is listed in Who's Who in American Law and Who's Who in the Midwest. An active member in the Akron community, Harry is a member of St. Vincent‘s Parish where he serves on the Parish Finance Committee. In addition, he is the President of the Board of Trustees for the Catholic Universe Bulletin. Harry is a member of Stark & Knoll’s Litigation and Employment Group. "Having tried 150 to 200 jury and bench trials, I have the experience and ability to counsel clients on litigation avoidance and to resolve successfully contentious legal matters. Perseverance, preparation and hard work have always provided the path to success. As a member of the Stark & Knoll litigation group, we will continue with strong, professional representation to secure the best obtainable result for our clients." - Harry A. Tipping HTipping@Stark-Knoll.com Back To Top

	Ralph R. Waszak, Jr., Partner, is a graduate of Bowling Green State University with a degree in Business Administration, and Case Western Reserve University with a Juris Doctor. Ralph works with both buyers and sellers on real estate transactions and has represented both lessor and lessee in the negotiation of commercial leases. He practices in corporate transactions, real estate, business succession planning and commercial lending and represents a number of physicians, medical practices, manufacturers and service companies. He is a member of the Summit County and Ohio State Bar Associations and has been with Stark & Knoll for over nine years. He has been admitted to the U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio. Ralph serves on the Executive Board of the Great Trail Council of the Boy Scouts of America. He is Chairman of the Transportation Committee for the 2008 Bridgestone Invitational and is also serving his second term on the Board of Trustees for the Northern Ohio Golf Charities. Ralph is currently serving as commissioner of the Revere Baseball and Softball Association’s Coach Pitch Boy’s League and previously served as President of the Board of Trustees of Weaver Industries, Inc. Ralph lives in Richfield with his wife, Susan, and their three children. He is a Partner in Stark & Knoll’s Business Services Group. "Our ability to focus on both the forest and the trees allows us not only to respond to your immediate needs and concerns, but also to develop creative solutions in furtherance of your long term goals." - Ralph R. Waszak, Jr. RWaszak@Stark-Knoll.com Back To Top

	Patricia F. Jacobson, Partner, is a graduate of Dominican University with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Economics, Boston University with a Master of Arts in Asian Studies and Case Western Reserve University School of Law with a Juris Doctor. For more than 25 years, Pat has served as a trusted advisor to hospitals, physicians and other health care providers guiding them through Stark, Antikickback, HIPAA, and antitrust regulatory compliance, risk management processes, contracts, formation and operation of joint ventures, physician recruitment, audits and investigations, development of compliance programs, and corporate governance issues. She has negotiated and drafted hundreds of contracts, including employment, recruitment, joint venture, managed care, practice management and purchase agreements. Pat serves on the Board of Directors of the Society of Ohio Healthcare Attorneys and on the Health Law Council of the Cleveland Bar Association. She served as a member of the Board of Directors of the American Health Lawyers Association for six years, where she chaired the Alternative Dispute Resolution Task Force for two years. She is a frequent speaker on topics ranging from federal and state fraud and abuse laws, coping with federal investigations, structuring medical practices and designing effective compliance programs. She has also devoted many years of service to community organizations, including the Lorain County Civic Center Committee, the Lorain County Community Action Agency and the Girl Scouts. Pat is a member of the Board of Directors of Weaver Industries, a non-profit organization that provides training and employment for disabled individuals. Pat focuses her practice on both health law and intellectual property law. "Guiding clients through the rocky terrain of federal and state regulations is what I do best. I enjoy the challenge of finding a workable solution – whether it’s structuring a complex contractual arrangement, managing a Medicare audit, or resolving thorny credentialing or governance issues. I listen well and respond quickly. I treat my clients like the friends they are." - Patricia F. Jacobson PJacobson@Stark-Knoll.com Back To Top

	Michael E. George, Partner, graduated from Miami University with a double major in Business Management and Marketing in 1992 and from The University of Akron Law School in 1995 with a Juris Doctor. Michael has recently handled acquisition transactions in the following industries: credit card processing, restaurant, bar and hospitality, real estate brokerage, telemarketing, website design and hosting and telecommunications. He also regularly assists clients in raising capital and obtaining financing at both start-up and mature business stages. Michael’s practice areas include general corporate, mergers and acquisitions, real estate, employment, estate planning and business succession planning. He is a member of the Akron and Ohio State Bar Associations. Michael was an Assistant Attorney General for the State of Ohio from 1996 to 2000, handling employment and real estate matters. He was also previously employed at Key Bank as a Trust Officer in Cleveland handling clients with trust values in excess of two-million dollars. Michael is an active member of St. Hilary’s Parish in Akron. He is the past president of the Walsh Jesuit High School Alumni Association and former member of the Board of Trustees of the school. He remains active in the school and alumni association. In addition, he serves on the Board of Trustees for Northern Ohio Golf Charities and The First Tee of Akron. Michael and his wife, Katie, live in Copley with their five children, David, Emma, Michael, Clare and Thomas. He is a Partner in Stark & Knoll’s Business Services Group. “I was raised and worked in a family business. By combining my business experience with my legal knowledge, I am uniquely qualified to advise clients. I strive to build long-term relationships with clients by dedicating my best efforts to each client’s matter and dealing with people in an honest, straightforward manner.” - Michael E. George MGeorge@Stark-Knoll.com Back To Top

	Gregory R. Bean, Of-Counsel, graduated from The University of Akron School of Law and The University of Akron Buchtel College of Arts and Sciences. Greg’s 35 years in the trust banking industry have given him the necessary experience to handle some of the most comprehensive and involved estate planning and probate matters. He is a past president of the Ohio Bankers League Trust Division and a member of the Ohio and Akron Bar Associations. A frequent speaker on estate planning topics, he has been admitted to practice law in the State of Ohio; U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio; and U.S. Supreme Court. Greg's practice is focused on estate planning, probate and trust administration and probate litigation. Active in community affairs, Greg is Chairman of the Board of the Akron-Summit Visitors and Convention Bureau and is a board member and past chairman of the boards of the Akron Auto Club and The Akron Zoological Park. He is past president of Bluecoats, Inc. of Summit County and a board member of the East Ohio United Methodist Foundation, Chairman of the Investment Committee and is a certified lay speaker for the Canal District of the East Ohio United Methodist Conference. In addition, he is currently the Vice President and Treasurer of the Akron Rural Cemetery Association and is a Trustee of the First United Methodist Church of Akron. He also is past chairman of the Board of Goodwill Industries and is a member of the Board of Trustees of the University of Akron Alumni Association. Greg is a member of Stark & Knoll’s Estate Planning and Probate Group. "A good lawyer is one who is a good listener, an excellent communicator, and focused on achieving the desired results in a timely, efficient manner. I very much enjoy the private practice of law after working for a corporate fiduciary for several years. I understand the importance of being proactive and consultative as well as adding value. My clients become my friends. It is always an honor to be of service to them." - Gregory R. Bean GBean@Stark-Knoll.com Back To Top

	Edward G. Kemp, Of-Counsel, graduated from Miami University with a Bachelor of Arts in 1964 and The Ohio State University School of Law in 1967. He has specialized in labor and employment law, with an emphasis on labor negotiations, arbitrations and fair employment practices, for over 35 years. Ed is a member of the American, Ohio and Akron Bar Associations. He has been admitted to practice in the United States Supreme Court; the U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth and Sixth Circuits; and the U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio. A former member of the Board of Trustees for Chempower, Inc., Ed is very active in the community. He has served on the Board of Trustees for the Akron General Medical Center, the American Red Cross and the Summit County Partnership. In addition, he is a member of the University of Akron College of Business Administration’s Advancement Council and president of the Akron Automobile Club Board of Trustees. Ed is a member of Stark & Knoll's Business Services Group. "Employment and labor issues are disruptive, expensive and can seriously curtail a business operation, regardless of the size of the business. My primary responsibility is to assist our clients in minimizing the chance of such issues arising and to solve or eliminate them quickly and effectively should they occur." - Edward G. Kemp EKemp@Stark-Knoll.com Back To Top

	Joel R. Aberth, Of-Counsel, graduated from The Ohio State University and The University of Akron School of Law (1970). Joel is a member of the Akron Bar Association where he previously served as president of the Probate Law Section. He also is a previous president and trustee of Bluecoats, Inc. He currently serves as trustee of The Boggess Foundation, The Sanders Foundation, The McKibben Foundation and The Smart Charitable Trust. Joel has more than 35 years of experience practicing in estate administration, trust administration, probate administration, estate planning, and trust and estate taxation. "I believe during the administration of an estate or trust the family members are just as important as the Court and the taxing authorities. I endeavor to promote full understanding and family harmony throughout the process by total communication with everyone concerned and explanation of all issues." - Joel R. Aberth JAberth@Stark-Knoll.com Back To Top

	Donald R. Scherer, Associate, is a magna cum laude graduate of The University of Akron School of Law (2006). While in law school, he externed for the Honorable Judge Deborah Cook on the U.S. Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals and the Honorable Judge John Adams on the U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio. Don assists both for profit and non-profit entities with a wide variety of issues, including corporate governance, commercial lending and succession planning. He is a member of the Akron and Ohio State Bar Associations and has been an instructor at The University of Akron School of Law in its legal writing program. Donald is currently a member of TorchBearers and volunteers with Habitat for Humanity and St. Bernard’s Soup Kitchen. He was recently elected to the Board of Directors of the ALS Association, Northern Ohio Chapter, which serves to improve the lives of those living with the disease commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease. Donald is a member of Stark & Knoll's Business Services Group. "Whether your business is worth one hundred dollars or one hundred million dollars, Stark & Knoll has the knowledge, experience and resources necessary to help you achieve your long-term goals." - Donald R. Scherer DScherer@Stark-Knoll.com Back To Top

	Jenna L. Bouhall, Associate, graduated from Kent State University summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice and The University of Akron School of Law in 2006 with a Juris Doctor. Jenna’s practice areas include litigation and employment law. She is a member of the Akron, Stark County, Ohio and American Bar Associations. Jenna previously served as staff attorney to the Honorable Judge Clair E. Dickinson and the Honorable Judge Edna J. Boyle, for the Ninth District Court of Appeals where she focused on civil proceedings. Jenna lives in Green and has served as a panelist and judge in the Ohio High School Mock Trial District Competition. She is a member of Stark & Knoll’s Litigation and Employment Group. "At Stark & Knoll, our goal is to resolve legal issues, whether in or out of court, in a professional and efficient manner, allowing our clients to keep their business goals on track." - Jenna L. Bouhall JBouhall@Stark-Knoll.com Back To Top

	Nada G. Faddoul, Associate, graduated from Cleveland-Marshall College of Law with a Juris Doctor in 2007. She is also a magna cum laude graduate of John Carroll University with a Bachelor of Arts in English. A member of the American, Ohio State, Cleveland Metropolitan and Akron Bar Associations, Nada is admitted to practice in all Ohio State Courts. In addition, Nada is a member of the Litigation and Labor and Employment Sections of the Ohio State Bar Association. She is fluent in Arabic and has had publications in the Dartmouth Law Journal and the JCU Seminar Collection. Nada is a native of Hammana, Lebanon and currently resides in Strongsville. Nada’s practice areas include business litigation, immigration law and employment. “Any attorney can promise a client results. What sets us apart at Stark & Knoll is that we define “results” as understanding our clients and their goals. To us, “results” means reaching our goal of helping our clients reach theirs. In the Litigation & Employment group, we work hard to achieve that goal in a cost-effective, timely and personal manner.” - Nada G. Faddoul NFaddoul@Stark-Knoll.com Back To Top

	Catherine K. Erisey, Associate, is a magna cum laude graduate of Miami University with a Bachelor of Arts in 1990 and a graduate of The Ohio State University College of Law in 1994. Cathy represents a variety of clients including closely-held corporations and non-profit organizations with respect to various matters such as general corporate, real estate, transactional and intellectual property law. She is a member of the Akron and Ohio State Bar Associations. Cathy currently serves as Vice President of the Resnik Community Learning Center Parent Teacher Association. She has been a member of the Junior League of Akron and a board member of Weaver Industries. She lives in Akron with her husband Jon and their three sons. Cathy is a member of Stark & Knoll’s Business Services Group. We strive to treats clients as they would wish to be treated - by providing responsive, well-reasoned and cost-effective legal services and by always putting the interests of the client above our own. - Catherine K. Erisey CErisey@Stark-Knoll.com Back To Top

	Emily M. Demiray, Associate, is a graduate of the University of Akron School Of Law and a Magna Cum Laude Graduate of Kent State University with Bachelor of Science in Advertising. Emily’s practice areas include estate planning, estate administration, trust administration and probate. She is a member of the Akron and Ohio Bar Associations. While at the University of Akron, Emily served as a Trademark Clerk for Bridgestone Americas Holding, Inc. and as a Student Liaison for the Ohio State Bar Association. A resident of Fairlawn, she is active in the community as a volunteer at Coach House Theater, Weathervane Playhouse, Western Reserve Playhouse and Phi Alpha Delta. Emily is a member of Stark & Knoll’s Estate Planning and Probate Group. - Emily M. Demiray EDemiray@stark-knoll.com Back To Top

	Lori R. Turner, Certified Paralegal, brings a wealth of hands-on experience to Stark & Knoll. She has worked more than 15 years in the legal field, specializing in probate and estate planning for 11 of those years. She is a member of the Akron Bar Association's Paralegal Committee, the Ohio State Bar Association's Paralegal Committee and the National Association of Legal Assistants. In addition, she is a member of the Review Board for the Institute for Paralegal Education. Lori has passed all five sections of the National Association of Legal Assistants exam. Lori is a native of Ashland, Ohio. She also is a participant in the American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer campaign. Lori works with Stark & Knoll’s Estate Planning and Probate Department. "My role at Stark & Knoll