Cleveland, Ohio, August 21, 2025 -- Schneider Bell is pleased to announce that 23 lawyers have been included in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. Since it was first published in 1983, Best Lawyers has become universally regarded as the definitive guide to legal excellence.
"For more than 40 years, the rigorous methodology of Best Lawyers has ensured the integrity and esteem of our legal recognitions," said Best Lawyers CEO Phillip Greer. "It is with great pleasure that we continue to provide potential clients with the pinnacle measurement of credibility through our Best Lawyers awards as they search for counsel."
Best Lawyers has earned the respect of the profession, the media and the public as the most reliable, unbiased source of legal referrals. Its first international list was published in 2006 and since then has grown to provide lists in more than 75 countries.
Lawyers on The Best Lawyers in America list are divided by geographic region and practice areas. They are reviewed by their peers based on professional expertise and undergo an authentication process to make sure they are in current practice and in good standing.
Schneider Bell would like to congratulate the following lawyers named to 2026 The Best Lawyers in America list:
- Charles F. Adler
- Ashton Bizzarri
- James R. Bright
- Thomas J. Connick
- Elizabeth A. Crosby
- Theodore M. Dunn, Jr.
- J. Paul Fidler
- Veronica T. Garofoli
- Kyle B. Gee
- Joseph P. Gibbons
- Gregory C. Johnson
- Kenneth J. Laino
- David M. Lenz
- Mark M. Mikhaiel
- M. Elizabeth Monihan
- Jennifer A. Savage
- Aanchal Sharma
- John M. Slivka
- Justin Stark
- James D. Vail
- Nicholas Vento
- Geoffrey Wills
- J. Talbot Young, Jr.
We are also proud to be recognized for the following Best Lawyers’ “Top Listed” Awards:
Top Listed State Awards
- Top Listed in Ohio in Litigation - Trusts and Estates with 8 lawyers
- Top Listed in Ohio in Trusts and Estates with 13 lawyers
Top Listed City Awards
- Top Listed in Cleveland in Litigation - Trusts and Estates with 8 lawyers
- Top Listed in Cleveland in Trusts and Estates with 13 lawyers
About Schneider Bell
For over 150 years, Schneider Bell has been serving individuals, families, businesses and organizations in Northeast Ohio and beyond. With our founders’ roots dating back to 1867, we have built a reputation as one of Ohio’s most respected firms for Trusts & Estates, Litigation & Appeals, Business Law, and Real Estate. At Schneider Bell, we’re more than just experienced attorneys—we’re trusted legal advisors. Our full-service team spans decades of expertise with attorneys licensed to practice across multiple states and jurisdictions, including Ohio, Florida, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. Whether navigating sophisticated trusts and estates, advocating in high-stakes litigation, resolving complex business challenges, or structuring intricate real estate transactions, Schneider Bell is dedicated to delivering exceptional results while remaining sensitive to each client’s unique needs. To learn more about the firm please visit www.mysblaw.com.
About Best Lawyers
Best Lawyers is the oldest and most respected lawyer ranking service in the world. For 40 years, Best Lawyers has assisted those in need of legal services to identify the lawyers best qualified to represent them in distant jurisdictions or unfamiliar specialties. Best Lawyers awards are published in leading local, regional and national publications across the globe.
Lawyers who are nominated for consideration are voted on by currently recognized Best Lawyers working in the same practice area and located in the same geographic region. Our awards and recognitions are based purely on the feedback we receive from these top lawyers. Those who receive high peer reviews undergo a thorough verification process to make sure they are currently still in private practice. Only then can these top lawyers be recognized by Best Lawyers.