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

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Originally published in the Highland County Press
November 7, 2024

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.

The OSBF Awards honor individuals and organizations that exemplify a commitment to service, justice, and the advancement of the legal profession. This year’s awardees have gone above and beyond in their dedication to giving back and supporting those in need, reinforcing the strength of our legal system.

The celebration featured inspiring videos highlighting each award recipient, with friends and colleagues sharing their remarkable contributions to both the community and the legal profession. These heartfelt tributes underscored the profound impact these individuals have made. . . .

Scott P. Sandrock, The Ramey Award for Distinguished Community Service: Given annually to an Ohio attorney whose career has been exemplified by dedication of the goals and values sought to be furthered by the Foundation; a lifetime of service to the public and the community, all while working with integrity, honor, courtesy and professionalism.

Scott P. Sandrock, Akron, is a highly respected attorney and lifelong resident of Stark County, Ohio, with a distinguished career that spans law, community service and local government. As of counsel with the law firm Brennan, Manna & Diamond, Sandrock specializes in representing businesses and healthcare providers in complex business and regulatory matters, estate planning and litigation. His legal acumen is widely recognized, with his writings cited by state supreme courts and the Federal Court of Appeals for the 11th District.

Read more about Scott's distinguished career and the full article here.


BMD Attorney Michael Steel selected for Leadership Akron Signature Class 36

Leadership Akron has selected a class of 40 leaders for its 2019/2020 Signature Program which includes BMD Attorney, Michael Steel. The class reflects a diverse representation of participants from Greater Akron’s business, government, and nonprofit sectors.

BMD welcomes Chelsea Niggel to Akron office

BMD is proud to announce that attorney Chelsea M. Niggel has joined the firm as associate in the firm's Akron office focusing her practice on healthcare, business and corporate matters and intellectual property.

Journey of an International Attorney in Columbus

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Brandon Pauley Represents Residents in Proposed Mixed Use Development Zoning Matter in Columbus

A group of neighbors has organized in opposition to a proposed mixed-use development in Schumacher Place. Brandon Pauley represents the residents.

Eviction? Foreclosure? Akronites Seek Legal Help at Free Clinic

Housing issues dominated a legal clinic over the weekend in Akron's Middlebury neighborhood, with people seeking free help on how to handle everything from foreclosures to evictions. The clinic was organized by Community Legal Aid and included more than a dozen attorneys who volunteered their time to work with close to 70 people, mostly from Summit County.