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A number of features set Frantz Ward’s Litigation Practice Group apart from other law firms. Our attorneys have extensive experience trying cases. That trial experience equips Frantz Ward lawyers with the ability to defend clients in court and to advise clients on how to avoid or resolve disputes by the most efficient means possible. Our lawyers are experienced at negotiation, mediation, arbitration, and other alternatives to a full scale courtroom battle. However, when circumstances dictate trial as the best alternative, our experienced trial lawyers are ready.
An early and ongoing dialogue ensures our clients understand the status of their matter and the costs and benefits of future actions. Constant communication allows us to periodically assess with our clients their goals and the ideal path to achieve those goals. Predictability and success are our hallmarks.
Our depth and breadth of our experience is another distinguishing factor. We have represented individuals and companies in a wide variety of commercial, tort, contract, negligence, malpractice, employment-related and intellectual property cases. We have represented clients in federal and state trial and appellate courts, before administrative tribunals, and in arbitrations, mediations, and other dispute resolution procedures. The perspective gained in these diverse representations have earned us the title as trusted advisors and counsel to our clients.
Chambers Review
Frantz Ward is an accomplished Cleveland-based firm with broad expertise in business disputes. The group is frequently called upon to litigate employment matters, contractual issues and product liability work, among others.
Work Highlights
- Frantz Ward represented the Byzantine Catholic Eparchy of Parma in a case against a priest for the misappropriation of church property.
Strengths
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"The Frantz Ward attorneys are intelligent, diligent, and assertive. They go above and beyond to ensure their clients' matters are addressed in all forms."
"The team has an incredible level of knowledge and practicality."
"They are quick to respond and we feel they care about our success and well-being."
"We have been very pleased with their counsel and results."
"A go-to for litigation for us. The firm is wonderfully practical."
"The Frantz Ward attorneys are intelligent, diligent, and assertive. They go above and beyond to ensure their clients' matters are addressed in all forms."
"The team has an incredible level of knowledge and practicality."
"They are quick to respond and we feel they care about our success and well-being."
"We have been very pleased with their counsel and results."
"A go-to for litigation for us. The firm is wonderfully practical."
Notable Practitioners
James Niehaus handles a wide array of litigation, including First Amendment, unfair competition and employment disputes.
"James is a very practical litigator."
"He's incredible, knows the law and how in-house counsel work."
Chris Koehler is called upon by clients facing complex business disputes. His broad experience includes breach of contract and trade secrets claims.
"He combines intellect, experience and an unflappable nature."
"He's easy to work with, is responsive and helps us understand any issue."
"He is so knowledgeable and he really knows how to handle complex issues."
Christopher Keim is an experienced litigator who regularly represents clients in complex litigation across Ohio. He is also the firm's first Managing Partner.
"He has been very helpful every time we reach out."
"An unwavering advocate, we would let Chris carry our banner into any field."
"My go-to litigator."
"Smart, capable and pragmatic with a style that makes juries like him."
"A very strong trial lawyer who knows how to read a room. He has exceptional client management skills and really knows how to read a case."
Angela Lydon enjoys a burgeoning reputation for her litigation practice, which sees her advise both corporate and individual clients in a broad array of commercial disputes.
"Angela is attentive and on top of matters at all times. She has kept me in the loop and was creative in achieving the desired results."
"Angie is extremely hard-working, responsive and personable. We trust her completely."
"A fearless litigator; the other side never knew what hit them!"
"She is super responsive and provides practical legal and business advice."
"She is exceptional. Her work product is brilliant and she is a really good tactician. She understands the facts and is super prepared and knowledgeable."
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Angela Lydon
Head of Department
Brett K. Bacon
Chris Keim
Colleen C. Murnane
Dean M. Rooney
Gregory R. Farkas
Head of Department
Jenifer E. Novak
Karl E. May
Mark L. Rodio
Meghan C. Lewallen
Melissa A. Jones
Michael E. Smith
Thomas G. Haren
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