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BMD Congratulates 2020 Ohio Super Lawyers and Ohio Rising Stars

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AKRON, Ohio – BRENNAN, MANNA & DIAMOND is proud to announce attorneys RICHARD W. BURKE (Estate Planning and Probate), HAMILTON DeSAUSSURE, JR. (Business Litigation), ROBERT A. HAGER (Construction Litigation), DAVID J. HRINA (Business/Corporate), MICHAEL A. STEEL (Bankruptcy, Business) and RICHARD L. WILLIGER (Workers’ Compensation) have been selected as 2020 Ohio Super Lawyers by Law and Politics magazine, Northern Ohio Live magazine, and Cincinnati Magazine in their respective area of practice. 

BMD’s 2020 Rising Stars includeJUSTIN M. ALABURDA (Business Litigation), KYLE A. JOHNSON (Business Litigation), ALEX J. McCALLION (Business Litigation), CHRISTOPHER J. MEAGER (State/Local/Muni Law), BRANDON T. PAULEY (Business/Corporate) and DANIEL J. RUDARY (Business Litigation)

Super Lawyers® recognizes attorneys who have distinguished themselves in their legal practice. No more than five percent of lawyers in each state are chosen for their high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. Annual selection is made through a statewide survey of lawyers, an independent research evaluation of candidates and peer reviews by practice area.


BMD Announces Ed Brown Promoted to Partner

Brennan, Manna & Diamond (BMD) is pleased to announce Attorney Edward J. Brown has been promoted to Partner, effective December 1, 2024.

BMD Partner Bryan Meek Named to Crain's 2024 40 Under 40

BMD Partner and Labor & Employment Co-Chair Bryan Meek has been named to Crain's Cleveland Business 2024 40 Under 40 list. With nearly a decade at BMD, Bryan's journey began as a law clerk and quickly led to his promotion to Partner. In response to the Covid-19 pandemic, he launched the Employment Law After Hours podcast, which now has over 1,400 subscribers. Through this podcast, Bryan offers valuable insights on legal issues, making complex topics more accessible to listeners.

HIGHLAND COUNTY PRESS: Ohio State Bar Foundation honors 2024 Award Recipients

The Ohio State Bar Foundation (OSBF) proudly recognized the exceptional contributions of attorneys and organizations at the 2024 All Rise Annual Awards Celebration, held Oct. 25 at The Fives in Columbus. This annual event celebrates those who have made a significant impact in communities across Ohio, showcasing the vital role of the legal profession in fostering positive change. BMD Of Counsel Scott P. Sandrock was recognized with the Ramey Award.

NAMAS | Insurance Discrimination - Against the Provider

Insurance discrimination can go beyond protected classes, such as race, national origin, sex, or religion. It can include discrimination against certain providers. The Affordable Care Act prohibits this type of discrimination by insurers when the provider is acting within the scope of their licensure. Once a proposed rule to implement this protection is in place, there could be wide-reaching reimbursement implications.

BMD Named to the 2025 Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”

Brennan Manna & Diamond (BMD) is recognized among the leading law firms in the nation according to the 2025 Edition of Best Lawyers®  "Best Law Firms." The firm is recognized in the metropolitan areas of Akron, Cleveland, Fort Myers (Bonita Springs office), Jacksonville, and Orlando.