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Amily “Ami” Imbrogno Joins Gallagher Sharp as Partner
We are pleased to announce that Amily “Ami” Imbrogno has joined the firm’s Cleveland office as a Partner in the Business & Employment and General Litigation practice groups. Ami brings extensive experience representing governmental entities, businesses, and individuals in complex matters of public and private law. Her practice encompasses employment and labor law, governmental tort…
Jennifer L. Gardner and Liz R. Phillips Elected Partner
We are pleased to announce that Jennifer Gardner and Liz Phillips have been elected partners at the firm. Jennifer L. Gardner brings extensive experience in general litigation and insurance defense, representing businesses, carriers, and individuals in matters involving breach of contract, construction defects, personal injury, and wrongful death. Admitted to practice in Ohio, Michigan, Colorado,…
Twelve Gallagher Sharp Attorneys Recognized in the 2026 Edition of Super Lawyers®
We’re pleased to announce that twelve of our attorneys have been recognized in the 2026 edition of Super Lawyers®, honoring outstanding lawyers who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. Congratulations to all, especially the 4 Rising Stars! 2026 Ohio Super Lawyers 2026 Ohio Rising Stars
Gallagher Sharp Named in the 2026 Edition of Best Law Firms®
We’re proud to have been named in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms®, including two of our practice groups that were nationally ranked. National Tier 1 Cleveland Tier 1 Cleveland Tier 2
Twelve Gallagher Sharp Attorneys Recognized in the 2026 Edition of Best Lawyers®
Gallagher Sharp is proud to announce that twelve of our attorneys have been recognized in the 2026 edition of Best Lawyers®. We would like to especially congratulate Monica Sansalone on receiving this year’s “Lawyer of the Year” award for Legal Malpractice Law. The “Lawyer of the Year” accolades are reserved for one individual per practice…
Defense Verdict for Norfolk Southern Affirmed in Federal Employers’ Liability Act Lawsuit
Partner, Joe Santoro, and the Appellate team, Partner Richard Rezie and Associate Phil Kelly, obtained a decision from the 11th District Court of Appeals upholding the defense verdict for Norfolk Southern rendered by a jury in a FELA case on March 15, 2024. Plaintiff Drew Herman alleged that he was struck by a backhoe due…
Gallagher Sharp Welcomes New Associate
We are pleased to welcome Tyler Speer to our Cleveland office! Cleveland Office Tyler R. Speer joins our Professional Liability, Transportation and General Liability Practice Groups with experience in various aspects of civil litigation, including medical malpractice, personal injury, wrongful death, and business litigation matters.
Gallagher Sharp Welcomes New Partner
We are pleased to welcome Patrick S. Vrobel to our Cleveland office as our newest Partner! Cleveland Office Patrick joins the firms Business and Employment, and General Litigation practice groups, where he brings extensive employment litigation experience defending clients in discrimination and civil rights cases before administrative agencies and courts at all levels. He previously…
Gallagher Sharp Welcomes Two New Associates
We are pleased to welcome two new associates to our Cleveland office! Cleveland Office Toren A. Bakula joins our General Liability, Business and Employment, and Professional Liability Practice Groups with experience in various aspects of civil litigation, including employment matters, construction, business disputes, and debt collections. Jeremy S. Ribando joins our Professional Liability and General…
Matthew A. Smartnick Elected Partner
We are pleased to announce that Matthew A. Smartnick has been elected partner at the firm. Matt is a seasoned litigator with a focus on the defense of transportation industry clients, and an emphasis on commercial carriers and operators facing catastrophic loss claims. As a key member of the firm’s Rapid Response team, he provides…
