We are thrilled to celebrate a remarkable achievement: Jason Hochman's 20th anniversary with Dinn Hochman & Potter, LLC. Since joining the firm, Jason has been an invaluable partner, mentor and advocate whose contributions have shaped our practice and enriched our...
Dinn, Hochman & Potter, LLC welcomes Attorney Dustin S. Lewis to the firm. Dustin is an experienced business and real estate attorney who advises clients on a wide range of legal matters. He is also a seasoned litigator who represents clients in complex business...
For some businesses, renting property can become a challenge because a company requires highly-specific facilities. Other times, there isn’t anything on the market in the desired operating area that meets the needs of the company. In those situations, a build-to-suit...
Expanding a family business beyond Ohio can be an exciting prospect, but it can also be more complicated than many small business owners initially expect. What works well in one state does not always translate seamlessly into another. Careful planning can help family...
Trade secrets are some of the most valuable assets a business can have. These are private pieces of information—like special formulas, methods, or customer and vendor lists—that give a company an edge over its competitors. For example, a business may be able to offer...
Commercial real estate transactions involve a lot of money and complex legal issues. Having a skilled lawyer can be helpful and often necessary for a smooth and successful deal. Why you should you hire an experienced lawyer when buying or selling commercial real...
Any significant disruption to the flow of business can damage an organization’s finances. The sudden loss of key leaders due to illness, injury or death can leave those who remain at the organization scrambling to address the issue. In some cases, the company may...
Fiduciary duty is a legal obligation where one person, called the fiduciary, must act in the best interest of another person, known as the beneficiary. This duty is based on trust and confidence. For example, a trustee managing a trust for beneficiaries must...
Disputes in business are as common as contracts. Any disagreement about the direction of a company or the interaction between businesses can send you into a courtroom. However, one way to avoid court is to pursue alternative dispute resolution methods. There are...
Easements play a crucial role in Ohio real estate transactions. They allow someone to use another person's property for a specific purpose without owning it. For example, a utility company might have an easement to run power lines across your land. Understanding...