Nine Roetzel & Andress attorneys have been honored as “Lawyer of the Year” in the 2025 edition of Best Lawyers. This prestigious recognition is awarded to only one attorney per practice area in each metropolitan region, based on peer reviews that assess excellence in ability, professionalism, and integrity.
In addition, 100 Roetzel attorneys have been named as 2025 Best Lawyers in America® or “Ones to Watch.” You can view the full list here.
Roetzel attorneys who received the “Lawyer of the Year” distinction are:
Akron
- Aretta K. Bernard – Litigation - Labor and Employment
- Brian J. Moore – Real Estate Law
- Bruce R. Schrader – Litigation – Bankruptcy
- Ronald B. Lee – Product Liability Litigation – Defendants
- Stephen W. Funk – Municipal Law
Toledo
- Denise M. Hasbook – Employment Law – Management
Columbus
- Erika L. Haupt – Closely Held Companies and Family Business Law
Cleveland
- Mark L. Sarlson – Financial Services Regulation Law
Fort Myers
- Paul A. Giordano – Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights/Insolvency and Reorganization Law