U.S. News and World Reports has awarded Reminger Co. L.P.A.'s Trust and Estate Law Department with highest ranking as a Tier 1 Law Firm in the Cleveland, Ohio region.
Leon Weiss and Franklin Malemud recently presented a lecture titled "Ohio Trust Code Three Years Later - Practical Application and Advice" to legal, accounting, and financial professionals at the Cleveland Jewish Federations 38th Charitable Tax Seminar.
Adam Fried was recently quoted in the Dayton Daily News in an article titled "Legal Guardians Steal Millions from Elderly". Read the article here: http://tinyurl.com/2vlbcwx
Christine Reid was selected Program Chair for the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association's Estate Planning, Probate and Trust Section. She will be responsible for coordinating and setting up the educational programs and speakers for the section.
Adam Fried was appointed to the Ohio State Bar Association Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law Council. The EPTPL Council propose ideas for new legislation in Ohio related to the estate, trust, and probate practice.
Leon Weiss and Chris Reid were recently published in the June 2010 issue of the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Journal, titled Adult Adoption and Beneficiary Status; The current State of Ohio Law, a subject upon which Leon Weiss presented to the Ohio meeting of ACTEC (The American College of Estate and Trust Counsel) held on April 24, 2010.
Adam Fried has been invited to speak at the annual conference for the Consortium Against Adult Abuse to be held on June 11, 2010. His workshop is titled "Guardians v. Caregivers" and will relate to the conference title: "The Specter of Undue Influence and Financial Exploitation". The conference is open to Social Workers, Nursing Home Administrators, Attorneys and First Responders.
Chris Reid and Adam Fried recently returned with a trial verdict wherein they convinced the Cuyahoga County Probate Court to remove an inter-vivos trustee from office on the grounds of breach of fiduciary duty and mismanagement.
Franklin Malemud gave a presentation on March 13, 2010 to the Cleveland Marshall College of Law Alumni Associations, elder law series titled "Developments in the Ohio Trust Code and the Codes Impact on the Elderly Client".
Adam Fried gave a presentation to the Cleveland Marshall College of Law Alumni Associations, elder law series titled "a Primer on Estate and Trust Litigation in Ohio".
Adam Fried returned with two trial verdicts. In the first, he convinced the trial magistrate that a deed to real property was transferred as a result of the exercise of undue influence over an incompetent adult...read more.
Leon Weiss wins a will contest by way of Summary Judgment. In a case of first impression, Probate Judge Laura Gallagher issued a ruling throwing out a last will and testament that had been previously admitted to probate...read more.
Adam Fried's article titled "The Specter of Exploitation: Special Concerns in Representing the Diminished Client" was published in the June 2009 Edition of the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Journal...read more.
The Consortium Against Adult Abuse, a five county task force for the prevention of abuse and exploitation in the elderly population, has elected Adam Fried to the board of directors...read more.
Leon Weiss has recently been selected by his peers for the 9th year for inclusion in the "Best Lawyers in America" editions 1999-2008 (copyright 2006 by Woodward/White, Inc. of Aiken S.C.)...read more.

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The death of a family member can lead to tumultuous family disputes. Concerns over undue influence, misuse of assets, or undervalued shared property can quickly rip families apart.

At the Reminger law firm, we have represented executors, administrators, and beneficiaries for more than 50 years. We offer a hands-on approach to protect the best the interests of your estate. Whether you are in Cuyahoga County, Summit County, or Lake County, we are ready to help you.

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Call us at 1-866-673-5278 or send us an e-mail to schedule a free initial consultation. Our probate litigation attorneys are here to listen and explain how we can solve your problem.

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Our law firm's lawyers have a deep background tailoring their approach around the unique situation affecting the estate. We listen intently to understand clients' specific goals and needs in probate litigation. Our law firms' detailed approach helps us effectively handle complicated cases in probate, involving:

Fraud & theft - allegations the administrator or executor took money from the estate for their personal benefit.
Will contests - accusations the decedent was under undue influence when establishing a will. We develop compelling legal arguments complete with medical testimony highlighting why the will should be thrown out.
Undervalued assets - Claims the administrator undervalued assets could lead to family members gaining more in the estate.

We clearly explain the rules and procedures in probate court using plain English. Our knowledge of the magistrates, judges, and process puts us in a position to help you resolve your case sooner rather than later. We are prepared to present a clear and compelling legal argument focused on protecting your best interests - even before we step in probate court.

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In addition to hourly fee structures, our law firm will also consider handling cases on contingency fee basis or another alternative fee arrangement. Our goal is to make our services work for you.

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Contact us today to schedule a free initial consultation about your probate court concerns. We have a strong background protecting clients in Cuyahoga County, Summit County, and Lake County or elsewhere in Ohio — we are well-prepared to help you.

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The probate division of the Reminger law firm serves people in Cleveland, Ohio, and the surrounding area, including Akron, Youngstown, Mansfield, Canton, Toledo, Sandusky, Lorain, Lima and all cities within Cuyahoga County and Lake County, OH.