Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs, LLC

Ohio’s newly enacted anti-SLAPP laws add another layer of complexity to speech-related legal claims. These laws allow defendants to challenge lawsuits early in litigation—potentially saving time and resources. In this interview with Smart Business Network, Buckingham attorneys Andrew Stebbins and Christina Williams discuss how these laws impact businesses, when they come into play, and what companies should consider before pursuing legal action. Read the full article here: https://ow.ly/vhJg50Vnvb9

We are looking for a skilled Legal Assistant to join our team in Akron. This role offers the chance to work closely with attorneys on transactional matters, assist with contracts and business documents, and provide top-tier client service. If you have at least three years of legal assistant experience—preferably in business law—and strong organizational and technical skills, we want to hear from you. Join a firm that values its people and offers excellent benefits. Apply on our website: https://ow.ly/Yo1K50VnI1U

With property values rising across Ohio, landowners may see higher tax bills. But if your land is used for commercial agriculture or conservation, the Current Agricultural Use Value (CAUV) program could significantly reduce your tax burden. Read the latest Ohio State Tax Blog post for more insights: https://ow.ly/MNJN50Vnpax For questions, contact blog authors Steven Dimengo, Richard Fry, Nathan Fulmer, and Noah Veres to learn more.

We’re proud to share that Buckingham attorneys Andrew Stebbins, John Bodie, and Jude B. Streb have been recognized as Crain's Cleveland Business Notable Litigators & Trial Attorneys! Their dedication to achieving outstanding results for our clients has earned them this well-deserved honor. Read more here: https://ow.ly/p2xy50VmuTm

Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs, LLC is growing, and we’re looking for an M&A Associate to join our team. This role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated transactions, collaborate with firm leadership, and make an impact from day one. If you have at least three years of M&A experience, strong negotiation and analytical skills, and are licensed or eligible to practice law in Ohio, we want to hear from you. Apply on our website: https://lnkd.in/eS8h67N

??Please join us in welcoming Elizabeth Slaby to Buckingham! Beth joins our Creditors’ Rights & Bankruptcy team as a partner, where she will focus on representing lenders and creditors in complex bankruptcy, foreclosure, and commercial litigation matters. Licensed in Ohio and Pennsylvania, she brings extensive experience navigating state and federal courts, including U.S. Bankruptcy Courts and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit. Welcome to Buckingham, Beth! Learn more about Beth's practice here: https://ow.ly/rg6K50VhGCA

On February 27, FinCEN announced that it will not impose fines or penalties for failing to file or update beneficial ownership information (BOI) reports until new deadlines are established. Businesses should take this opportunity to review their compliance obligations and stay prepared for upcoming changes. Read our full client alert here: https://ow.ly/SSLq50V8zz2

Many companies feel pressured to adopt AI quickly, but without a plan, they risk compliance issues, security breaches and financial losses. In this article in Crain's Cleveland Business, Partner David Myers, in collaboration with Crain's Content Studio, outlines the CREEP framework for responsible AI adoption—Commit, Regulate, Evaluate, Empower, and Pivot. Delve deeper into the CREEP concept by checking out our article here: https://ow.ly/WoHF50V5Ebb

In Total Renal Care, Inc. v. Harris, the Court held that gross receipts from dialysis treatments performed in Ohio are fully subject to Ohio’s commercial activity tax, even if lab and administrative services occurred elsewhere. Since patients received the benefit of treatment in Ohio, all receipts were sitused to the state. Read the latest Ohio State Tax Blog post for insights on how Ohio’s CAT sourcing rules impact your business: https://ow.ly/2X8V50V1znk For questions, contact blog authors Steven Dimengo, Richard Fry, Nathan Fulmer, and Noah Veres to learn more.

We’re proud to share that Richard Fry, leader of our Taxation Practice Group, has been selected as the recipient of the Dr. Frank L. Simonetti Distinguished Business Alumni Award from the College of Business - The University of Akron! This honor recognizes his outstanding contributions to tax law and the business community. Join us in celebrating Rich’s well-earned recognition! ?? Check out the full announcement here: https://ow.ly/37Es50V1uXN