Practice Areas

Cleveland, Ohio, Attorneys

The attorneys at Ritzler, Coughlin & Swansinger, Ltd. represent businesses, insurance companies, and individuals throughout Ohio. Our experience, knowledge, and cost-effective solutions enable our lawyers to effectively pursue our clients' true interests. Contact us to schedule an appointment for quality legal counsel and advice.

The lawyers at Ritzler, Coughlin & Swansinger, Ltd. serve clients in the following practice areas:

• Insurance Defense and Litigation: We defend insurance companies facing lawsuits related to coverage disputes, property and liability claims, product and retailer liability, asbestos & toxic tort litigation, excess coverage, reinsurance, and other liability issues. We have successfully defended national and international insurance companies against such claims.
• General Litigation and Appeals: Our trial attorneys are seasoned practitioners in the Ohio state and federal trial and appellate courts. Their extensive experience in preparing and presenting lawsuits makes them valuable assets to their clients.
• Business Law: We act as general counsel to businesses, providing companies with business counseling and litigation avoidance strategies. Our attorneys are adept at handling issues such as business formation, contract negotiation and preparation, incorporation, commercial leases, partnership agreements, banking, finance, small and closely held business law, and other business law issues.
• Business Litigation: We diligently work to preserve the financial and business interests of clients by utilizing cost-effective methods to resolve commercial and business litigation matters. Our business lawyers are skilled at handling business litigation issues concerning breach of contract, partnership disputes, employee contract disputes, and other business or commercial litigation.
• Construction Law: Construction is a complex area of the law involving owners, contractors, subcontractors, and other professionals. We are proficient in subjects that include mechanics' liens, contract disputes, contract formation, and financing.
• Employment Law: We are experienced in this area of the law, which covers most aspects of working life, and is governed by both state and federal statutes. We can assist you with issues related to benefits, employee handbooks, wrongful termination, discrimination, and employment contracts.
• Residential and Commercial Real Estate: Real estate law is relevant to both individuals and businesses. It encompasses many areas, such as purchases and sales, construction, zoning and development, title examinations, and commercial leases. Our attorneys are knowledgeable in all of these real estate areas and more.
• Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, and Medical Malpractice: When you or someone close to you has been injured, working with a knowledgeable attorney can make all the difference. We deal with personal injuries that arise due to toxic torts, trucking accidents, medical malpractice, and other intentional or negligent acts. Our insurance defense experience affords our lawyers the professionalism, knowledge, and proficiency to effectively handle these matters.

Please contact our Cleveland law firm to discuss how we may assist you with your legal concerns.