Schottenstein Zox & Dunn
In the News
SZD’s Real Estate Group ranked ‘Best of the Best’
July 30, 2010
Editorials: Don't ask for trouble
The Columbus Dispatch
May 4, 2010
Kevin McDermott, partner in SZD's Litigation and Trial Law Practice Group, was quoted in this feature editorial about minority set-asides.
Minority firms in line for state contracts
Effort to reserve 15% of spending called misguided
The Columbus Dispatch
April 26, 2010
Kevin McDermott, partner in SZD's Litigation and Trial Law Practice Group, was interviewed for this piece about stimulus funding being held back for minority-owned businesses. Kevin recently argued and won the federal case against Ohio's construction set-asides.
Social media is work worry
Some companies block Facebook, Twitter sites; others embrace them
The Columbus Dispatch
April 25, 2010
Sue Porter, partner in SZD's Labor and Employment Practice Area, was interviewed for this story about businesses allowing or barring employees to use online social media outlets while in the workplace.
Surprise! Health reform includes nursing mothers, fast-food menus
Business First of Columbus
April 23, 2010
Paul Bittner, leader of SZD's Labor and Employment Practice Group, was interviewed for this feature on some of the new provisions of passed health care reform legislation.
LEED-ing the Way
Columbus C.E.O.
April 1, 2010
Lesley Avery, associate in SZD's Real Estate practice, was featured in this article about the growth in the number of professionals earning special environmental credentials.
Dublin taketh, and now Dublin giveth away eminent domain land
Business First of Columbus
March 30, 2010
Alan Starkoff, partner and leader of SZD's Litigation and Trial Law Practice Group, was quoted in this story about eminent domain land issues in Dublin, OH.
Green Practice Groups Blossoming Amid Evolving Regulations, Tax Law
Business First of Columbus
February 26, 2010
A Choir Boy Battles Wall Street
BusinessWeek
February 25, 2010
SZD was mentioned in this article about Ohio Attorney General Richard Cordray taking on large Wall Street firms for fraud and misleading investors. Cordray is turning to firms, including SZD, to help him with such litigious matters.
Libel on the Internet is a Growing Problem, But One That Can Be Legally Addressed
The Daily Reporter
February 23, 2010
Earl LeVere, partner in SZD's IP Practice Group, was interviewed and quoted in this article about enforcing anti-defamation law on the Web.
Ohio EPA Approves South Side Cleanup
The Columbus Dispatch
January 7, 2010
Joseph Reidy, partner in SZD's Brownfield Practice Area, was interviewed for this story about the redevelopment of the Techneglass site in Columbus.
LEEDing the Way - Rising Stars Briefs
Ohio Super Lawyers 2010
January 1, 2010
Lesley Avery, associate at SZD, was profiled in the 2010 issue of Ohio Super Lawyers concerning her LEED certification and work in the area of green law.
Federal Stimulus Cash Expected to Spur Infusion of Technology Jobs to Central Ohio
Business First of Columbus
January 1, 2010
Greg Dunn, partner in SZD's Broadband and Telecommunications practice, talks about the immense broadband funding potential for Ohio's communities and companies through the federal government's stimulus distribution in 2010.
Stimulus to Help Rural Areas Get Broadband Internet Access
Business First of Columbus
December 17, 2009
The firm's ancillary business, SZD Whiteboard, was mentioned in this article about broadband stimulus funding being recently awarded to one of Whiteboard's local clients.
Don't Lien on Me
Business First of Columbus
December 4, 2009
Michael Tarullo, co-leader of SZD's Construction Practice Area, was interviewed and quoted in this piece about precautions to take when hiring subcontractors.
Partner Profiles - The Best Lawyers in America
Business First of Columbus
November 6, 2009
Susan Rector, leader of SZD's IP Practice Group, was profiled in Business First's 2010 The Best Lawyers in America listing.
Executive Fails to Convince Courts a Promise Existed
The Daily Reporter
November 5, 2009
John Gilligan, partner and co-counsel in Dennis Steele v. Mara Enterprises Inc., was quoted in this story about the Franklin County Court of Appeals unanimously affirming SZD's trial court victory dismissing claims of promissory estoppel and unlawful termination of a minority shareholder who had served as company president.
North American Processors on the Long Road Back to Economic Stability
PlasticsNews
November 3, 2009
Alan Rothenbuecher, partner in SZD's IP Practice Group, was interviewed and quoted in this article about the economy's impact on plastics processors.
For Some Wealthy Families, Leaving Money to Kids Not in Estate Plan
Business First of Columbus
October 13, 2009
John Terakedis, an attorney in SZD's Tax and Wealth Management Practice Area, was interviewed for and quoted in this article about some wealthy families choosing to leave their estates to their favorite charities instead of to their kids and other family members.
Columbus Attorneys Bring Expertise to Capital's 6th Business, Tax Institute
The Daily Reporter
October 8, 2009
Victoria Powers, partner and co-leader of the firm's Business Restructuring and Creditors' Rights Practice Group, was mentioned in this article about Capital University Law School's 6th Annual Business and Tax Institute, held Oct. 16, 2009.
Too Many Hospital Beds?
Planners say market rules
Business First of Columbus
October 2, 2009
Peter Pavarini, partner and leader of SZD's Health Law Practice Group, was interviewed for this story about the upcoming increase in hospital beds throughout central Ohio.
Health Information Exchange Project Expected to Spur Innovation and Jobs
Business First of Columbus - TechColumbus
September 25, 2009
Peter Pavarini, leader of SZD's Health Law Practice Group, was mentioned in this article about the Ohio Health Information Partnership.
Local Attorneys Appointed to Chair State Bar Association Committees, Sections
The Daily Reporter
September 11, 2009
Joseph Reidy, partner and coordinator of the firm's Brownfield Development Practice Area, was mentioned in this article regarding his appointment to chair the OSBA's Environmental Law Committee.
TPAC Decries Quick Trigger
Business First of Columbus
September 4, 2009
Lisa Han, partner and member of SZD's Health Law Practice Group, was interviewed for this story on the state's move to shut down The Physicians' Assurance Corp. (TPAC).
Mechanic's Liens Piling up for Firm
Business First of Columbus
July 10, 2009
Mike Tarullo, coordinator of the firm's Construction Practice Area, was interviewed and quoted for this story about a foreclosure lawsuit and mechanic's liens adding up against a company involved.
SZD Named Best of the Best 2009
Midwest Real Estate News
June 30, 2009
SZD was once again listed among the top law firms in Midwest Real Estate News' Best of the Best 2009 listing.
Health Lawyers News Top Honors
Health Lawyers News
June 30, 2009
SZD's Health Law Practice Group was once again honored in Health Lawyers News' annual Top Honors listing.
PIABA Asks SEC to Make Industry Arbitrators Optional
Investment News
June 22, 2009
Matthew Fornshell, partner and coordinator of the firm's Securities Regulation and White Collar Criminal Defense Practice Area, was interviewed for this story about the Public Investors Arbitration Bar Association (PIABA) formally asking the SEC to end the mandatory use of industry arbitrators.
Health Lawyers Top Honors
Health Lawyers News
June 15, 2009
SZD recognized with "Honors" in the AHLA's Health Lawyers News Top Honors listing.
Recession Alters Way Law Firms, Clients do Business
Business First of Columbus
June 12, 2009
Jim Davidson, President of SZD, was interviewed and photographed for this "Book of Law" article about the recession's impact on local law firms.
Investors Upset with Practice Over Stock Sale
Business First of Columbus
June 12, 2009
Kevin McDermott, partner and co-coordinator of SZD’s Securities Litigation and Arbitration Practice Area, was interviewed for this article about a local medical practice fighting allegations from investors. McDermott represents the investors.
ACBJ study: Triangle Will Outpace All Other Metros, Double in Size by 2025
Triangle Business Journal
June 12, 2009
Joseph Lanier, attorney in SZD Wicker's Government Relations Practice Area, was interviewed for an article on research conducted that shows the three-county Raleigh-Cary metro area will be the fastest growing in the country until 2025.
LexBlog Law Network Roundup - 6/10/09
LexBlog.com
June 10, 2009
Asim Haque's SZD blog entry, "Obama Asks Federal Agencies to Review Preemption," was listed among top reviewed blog entries on LexBlog's weekly roundup.
Legal Aid
Law firm networks allow for a global presence
Columbus C.E.O.
June 1, 2009
Jennifer Wray
Alan Starkoff, partner and chairman of the Law Firm Alliance, was interviewed for this article about the growing popularity of firms aligning themselves with law firm networks to expand global reach for the benefit of clients' needs.
Business on the Side
Crain's Cleveland Business
May 11, 2009
Jay Miller
Richard Barnhart, partner and member of the management committee at SZD, was interviewed for this article about law firms continuing to expand into new areas despite the lagging economy.
Help! My 401(k) is shrinking!
Columbus C.E.O.
May 1, 2009
Lisa Hooker
Theresa Finneran, senior attorney at SZD, was interviewed and quoted for this story on the economy's effects on employee's retirement plans.
Business Broker Sees Bright Spot in Healthy Health Care Market
Business First of Columbus
April 24, 2009
Carrie Ghose
Peter Pavarini, partner and co-leader of SZD's Health Law Practice Group, was interviewed for this article about physcian practice sales.
2009 Corporate Caring Benefactor of the Year Award
Business First of Columbus
April 17, 2009
Schottenstein Zox & Dunn Co., LPA was honored with the Benefactor of the Year award at Business First of Columbus' 2009 Corporate Caring Awards at the Hyatt Columbus.
Distressed: Amid the Real Estate Rubble, Law Firms Build Anew
Business First of Columbus
April 10, 2009
Kevin Kemper
Randall Arndt and Joseph Reidy, both partners at SZD, are featured in this in-depth story on Columbus-area distressed real estate and how local law firms are responding.
Watch Your Back
The Practice
Financial Planning
April 6, 2009
Donald Jay Korn
Matthew Fornshell, partner and coordinator of SZD's Securities Regulation and White Collar Criminal Defense Practice Area, was interviewed for this story about today's financial planners needing to practice defensive financial advising in light of the current economy.
The Right Ways To Employ Physicians
Great Boards
April 6, 2009
Barry S. Bader
Peter Pavarini, co-leader of SZD's Health Law Practice Group, is featured in this article about how hospitals are integrating delivery systems in order to maintain the entrepreneurial spirit
and productivity of employed physicians,
to run physician practices profitably, and
to integrate hospital and physician service
lines around common goals.
Summa Health System Case Study
Great Boards
April 6, 2009
T. Clifford Deveny, MD, Vice President for Physician Alignment, Summa Health System and President, Summa Physicians, Inc.
A Hospital-Physician Alignment Case Study featuring Summa Health System and its Physician Enterprise Model which SZD and it's Health Law Practice Group co-leader, Peter Pavarini, helped to create and integrate.
Lobbyists Gear Up to Snag Part of Stimulus Business
Firms offer to help clients win pieces of federal funding pie
The Columbus Dispatch
March 30, 2009
Mark Niquette and Marla Matzer Rose
Dan Helmick, principal in SZD Whiteboard, was interviewed and quoted for this story about the $787 billion economic-stimulus bill and how lobbying firms in central Ohio are getting ready to assist clients in seeking and qualifying for stimulus money for their own businesses.
Recession Reaches Law Firms, Moving Some to Cut Jobs, Curb Hiring
Business First of Columbus
February 27, 2009
Jim Davidson, president of SZD, was interviewed for this news article.
Penn National Hedges Bet at Delphi Site by Hiring Redevelopment Team
Business First of Columbus
February 12, 2009
Joe Reidy, partner and coordinator of the firm's Brownfield Practice Area, was mentioned in this article as a "well-regarded environmental lawyer at Schottenstein Zox & Dunn Co., LPA in Columbus" who will handle legal work on Penn National's Dephi site project.
Power 100
Central Ohio Leaders Who Make Things Happen
Smart Business Columbus
January 1, 2009
Jim Davidson, president of SZD, was once again listed on Smart Business Columbus' list of the Top 100 most influential people in Central Ohio.
Family Limited Partnerships
Columbus C.E.O.
January 1, 2009
Richard Holz, partner at SZD, was interviewed for this look at Family Limited Partnerships considerations.
Your Turn - Corporate Litigation Trends
Business First of Columbus
December 12, 2008
Alan Starkoff, leader of the firm's Commercial Litigation Practice Group, was interviewed for this short question and answer section.
Best Places to Work
Business First of Columbus
November 14, 2008
SZD law firm was named one of the Best Places to Work in central Ohio in the Medium companies category.
Potential Delays at the Polls for Employees
November 3, 2008
Big Lots' Big Case
Reversed Court Ruling Moves Retailer Lawsuit Out of Collective-Action Status
Chain Store Age
November 2008
Paul Bittner, leader of SZD's Labor and Employment Group, was interviewed for this story on a recent labor-law class action filed against Big Lots.
Patent Power
Columbus C.E.O.
October 15, 2008
Roger Gilcrest, a patent attorney with SZD, was interviewed for this story about central Ohio housing some of the nation's top producers of intellectual property.
Columbus C.E.O. Best of Business
Roger Gilcrest, a patent attorney with SZD, was interviewed for this story about central Ohio housing some of the nation's top producers of intellectual property.
Columbus C.E.O.
October 15, 2008
A photo of a group of SZD's Columbus partners was featured in this issue naming SZD the Best Local Law Firm in central Ohio by its readers.
State Issue 2 Would Renew Bonds for Clean Ohio Environmental Program
A photo of a group of SZD's Columbus partners was featured in this issue naming SZD the Best Local Law Firm in central Ohio by its readers.
Cleveland.com
October 10, 2008
Joseph Reidy, partner and coordinator of SZD's Brownfield Practice Area, was mentioned in this story on Issue 2 - renewing the state's Clean Ohio program.
California Still Says No to Noncompetes and Restrictive Covenants
Joseph Reidy, partner and coordinator of SZD's Brownfield Practice Area, was mentioned in this story on Issue 2 - renewing the state's Clean Ohio program.
October 2008
Clean Ohio Fund up for Renewal on Fall Ballot
WKSU News Radio - NPR
September 24, 2008
Karen Schaefer
Joseph Reidy, partner and coordinator of SZD's Brownfield Practice Area, was interviewed during this on-air discussion of the one issue sure to be on the November ballot - the renewal of funds to preserve open space and clean up brownfields in Ohio.
Opponents Question Wisdom, Timing of Prevailing Wage Guidelines
Joseph Reidy, partner and coordinator of SZD's Brownfield Practice Area, was interviewed during this on-air discussion of the one issue sure to be on the November ballot - the renewal of funds to preserve open space and clean up brownfields in Ohio.
Business First of Columbus
September 19, 2008
Business First interviewed and quoted Joseph Reidy, partner at SZD, for this story about new prevailing wage guidelines potentially harming the Clean Ohio program.
A Conversation With... Sue Porter
Business First interviewed and quoted Joseph Reidy, partner at SZD, for this story about new prevailing wage guidelines potentially harming the Clean Ohio program.
Business First of Columbus
September 19, 2008
Sue Porter, partner at SZD, was interviewed for this feature story about her insight into paid sick leave.
Clean Ohio Backers Fighting to be Heard Through Campaign Noise
Sue Porter, partner at SZD, was interviewed for this feature story about her insight into paid sick leave.
Business First of Columbus
September 12, 2008
Joseph Reidy, partner, was interviewed and quoted for this article about the Clean Ohio Issue on the ballot Nov. 4. There is a struggle for information about the Issue to be heard above all other Election 2008 issues and races.
State Stimulus Package Headed to Seven Areas, But Still Won't Fulfill All Needs
Joseph Reidy, partner, was interviewed and quoted for this article about the Clean Ohio Issue on the ballot Nov. 4. There is a struggle for information about the Issue to be heard above all other Election 2008 issues and races.
Business First of Columbus
August 29, 2008
SZD's ancillary business, SZD Whiteboard, sponsored a forum on Aug. 21 in Columbus, OH, at which government officials in the state outlined how decisions on the stimulus funding will be made. A $1.57 billion economic stimulus package is being made available in the State of Ohio.
Village Mandated to Join Drilling Pool
SZD's ancillary business, SZD Whiteboard, sponsored a forum on Aug. 21 in Columbus, OH, at which government officials in the state outlined how decisions on the stimulus funding will be made. A $1.57 billion economic stimulus package is being made available in the State of Ohio.
Chagrin Valley Times
August 21, 2008
Steve Byron, partner in SZD's Public Law Group and law director for Orange Village in Northeast Ohio, is mentioned regarding drilling in the Village.
Council About to Wrap up Wireless-Facilities Ordinance
Steve Byron, partner in SZD's Public Law Group and law director for Orange Village in Northeast Ohio, is mentioned regarding drilling in the Village.
ThisWeek Newspapers
August 13, 2008
Chris Miller, partner in SZD's telecommunications area, was mentioned within an article regarding the City of Gahanna's wireless-service-facility ordinance.
Columbus Professionals Take the LEED in Green Accreditation
Chris Miller, partner in SZD's telecommunications area, was mentioned within an article regarding the City of Gahanna's wireless-service-facility ordinance.
Business First of Columbus
August 8, 2008
Lesley Avery of SZD, the first attorney to become LEED certified in Ohio, was featured in Business First's new Green Report to be distributed quarterly.
Successful Prosecution of Flood Case
Lesley Avery of SZD, the first attorney to become LEED certified in Ohio, was featured in Business First's new Green Report to be distributed quarterly.
The Daily Standard
July 29, 2008
Nancy Allen
Steve Samuels, leader of SZD's Environmental Practice Area, was interviewed in this article about the firm successfully prosecuting a case against the Ohio Department of Natural Resources over flooding damage that a local business owner suffered.
Leadership Class Hopes DVD Puts Downtown On Map for Residents
Steve Samuels, leader of SZD's Environmental Practice Area, was interviewed in this article about the firm successfully prosecuting a case against the Ohio Department of Natural Resources over flooding damage that a local business owner suffered.
Business First of Columbus
July 11, 2008
Malinda Susalla, an attorney at SZD, was photographed for and mentioned in this article about Leadership Columbus team members who are part of Project ResiDenCity, a group that worked together to create a DVD to attract more retailers and Central Ohioans to downtown for living.
Downtown Development Getting Boost With Tax Financing District
Malinda Susalla, an attorney at SZD, was photographed for and mentioned in this article about Leadership Columbus team members who are part of Project ResiDenCity, a group that worked together to create a DVD to attract more retailers and Central Ohioans to downtown for living.
Business First of Columbus
July 11, 2008
Joe Reidy, leader of SZD's Brownfield Practice Area, was interviewed for this article concerning Columbus City Council approving hundreds of acres of downtown properties to be placed into a tax-increment financing district.
High-speed Internet one step closer
Joe Reidy, leader of SZD's Brownfield Practice Area, was interviewed for this article concerning Columbus City Council approving hundreds of acres of downtown properties to be placed into a tax-increment financing district.
Coshocton Tribune
May 21, 2008
Greg Dunn, partner at the firm, and Jeff Gamrath, director of broadband services for SZD's ancillary business, SZD Whiteboard, were quoted in this piece regarding Internet service to Coshocton County, Ohio.
A Good Defense
Greg Dunn, partner at the firm, and Jeff Gamrath, director of broadband services for SZD's ancillary business, SZD Whiteboard, were quoted in this piece regarding Internet service to Coshocton County, Ohio.
Columbus C.E.O.
May 20, 2008
Bill Barath was quoted in this issue of Columbus C.E.O. regarding accidents in the workplace.
Reviews Revisited
Bill Barath was quoted in this issue of Columbus C.E.O. regarding accidents in the workplace.
Court demands more substance from opinion-of-counsel defense in trademark disputes
Inside Counsel
May 2008
Jeremy Thornton, associate in SZD's IP Practice Group, was quoted in this national publication regarding trademark law.
SZD Honored With Corporate Caring Award
Jeremy Thornton, associate in SZD's IP Practice Group, was quoted in this national publication regarding trademark law.
Business First of Columbus
April 11, 2008
The firm received a Corporate Caring Award from Business First of Columbus in the Environmental & Civic category, Medium Size Company.
Tiny Symbols With Big Powers
The firm received a Corporate Caring Award from Business First of Columbus in the Environmental & Civic category, Medium Size Company.
PowerSports Business
March 31, 2008
Earl LeVere was interviewed and quoted throughout this article on various trademark and registered symbols and the power they hold.
McGuireWoods won't get Wicker
Earl LeVere was interviewed and quoted throughout this article on various trademark and registered symbols and the power they hold.
Eleven will join Ohio firm instead
The News & Observer
March 26, 2008
The firm and its new Raleigh office were featured in this article about new SZD Wicker partner, Dennis Wicker, choosing to bring himself and other colleagues to SZD's N.C. office.
SZD Finds an Advantage in Merger to Try First Expansion Outside Ohio
The firm and its new Raleigh office were featured in this article about new SZD Wicker partner, Dennis Wicker, choosing to bring himself and other colleagues to SZD's N.C. office.
Business First of Columbus
March 21, 2008
SZD was featured in this article about the firm's expansion into Raleigh, N.C., and its opening of a new office to include former Lt. Governor of North Carolina, Dennis Wicker.
Big Hitters Went to Bat to Keep NetJets Here
SZD was featured in this article about the firm's expansion into Raleigh, N.C., and its opening of a new office to include former Lt. Governor of North Carolina, Dennis Wicker.
NetJets: How the Deal was Done
The Columbus Dispatch
March 16, 2008
SZD was mentioned in this article detailing the Ohio and Columbus community leaders who came together to entice NetJets to keep its main operations in central Ohio.
Wicker Splits Helms Mulliss, Will Lead Office for Ohio Law Firm
SZD was mentioned in this article detailing the Ohio and Columbus community leaders who came together to entice NetJets to keep its main operations in central Ohio.
Triangle Business Journal
March 14, 2008
SZD and SZD Wicker are mentioned in this story about former Lt. Governor and Helms Mulliss & Wicker member, Dennis Wicker, departing his law firm to help establish SZD's new office in the Triangle.
Wicker Plans to Leave Law Firm
SZD and SZD Wicker are mentioned in this story about former Lt. Governor and Helms Mulliss & Wicker member, Dennis Wicker, departing his law firm to help establish SZD's new office in the Triangle.
Will open N.C. office for Ohio-based firm
Charlotte.com - The Charlotte Observer
March 14, 2008
New SZD Wicker partner and former N.C. Lt. Governor, Dennis Wicker, was featured in this article on his decision to exit Helms Mulliss and join SZD.
Defending Your Product Turf
New SZD Wicker partner and former N.C. Lt. Governor, Dennis Wicker, was featured in this article on his decision to exit Helms Mulliss and join SZD.
Powersports Business
March 10, 2008
Earl LeVere was quoted in this online article regarding intellectual property rights, patents and trade infringement, and how to respond quickly if you believe your rights are copied.
Tarullo brings first-hand experience to his work with construction law
Attorney Profile: Michael Tarullo
The Daily Reporter
January 2, 2008
Mike Tarullo, partner in the firm's Construction Practice Group, was profiled in this article about his work in the construction industry.
