Ohio Supreme Court: Sale and Leasebacks are not Arm’s-Length Transactions

September 14, 2017

In a widely anticipated decision that will have major implications for Ohio businesses, the Ohio Supreme Court today ruled that, for purposes of property tax valuation, sale-leaseback transactions are not “arm’s-length.” Meaning that county auditors and boards of revision should not simply adopt the sale price in such transactions as the “true value” when valuing … Continue reading Ohio Supreme Court: Sale and Leasebacks are not Arm’s-Length Transactions →

By Brian C. Shrive

Thank you, one and all.

September 3, 2017

I want to extend a warm and sincere “Thank You” to the attorneys, staff, vendors, and clients of Finney Law Firm, LLC who have joined together to make our firm — dedicated to “Making a Difference” for our clients and in our profession and community — a tremendous success in our first four years in … Continue reading Thank you, one and all. →

By Christopher P. Finney

Ohio employment law: Recording conversations in the workplace

July 14, 2017

In an age where almost everyone carries a smartphone almost all the time, it is possible for each of us to make a video or audio recording of events and conversations at the touch of a button. YouTube, as we all know, is filled with impromptu video recordings people have made with their cell phones. … Continue reading Ohio employment law: Recording conversations in the workplace →

By Stephen E. Imm

Ohio commercial transactions: Improving your position as a “lender”

July 10, 2017

Frequently, clients desire to lend money, seller-finance the sale of their business or other asset, buy and then lease out a building, or engage in some other business transaction because they are motivated by favorable business terms the transaction provides on its surface: A high rate of interest, a good return under a lease, or … Continue reading Ohio commercial transactions: Improving your position as a “lender” →

By Christopher P. Finney

A great marketing addition to our Eastgate facility!

June 30, 2017

Our thanks go to Union Township for adding this identifying sign to the Ivy Pointe Commerce Park today. We have made a commitment to Union Township, and they have made a commitment to us!

Ohio Administrative Law: May one bringing an administrative appeal in Ohio append to that a claim under 42 USC Section 1983?

June 26, 2017

The Finney Law Firm prides itself on our aggressive stance in countering the actions of bureaucratic bullies through claims resulting not just in a victory in the administrative battle being fought, but also in recovering monetary damages, attorneys fees and injunctive relief against those very bureaucrats. However, because of abstention under Younger v. Harris, 401 U.S. … Continue reading Ohio Administrative Law: May one bringing an administrative appeal in Ohio append to that a claim under 42 USC Section 1983? →

By Christopher P. Finney

Public lnterest law: Cincinnati Enquirer sues to open “Lois Lerner” confidentiality hearing before Judge Michael Barrett

May 16, 2017

On Friday, the Cincinnati Enquirer and USA Today wrote about our case, NorCal Tea Party v. IRS, the only nationally-certified class action challenging the IRS’ and Lois Lerner’s targeting of Tea Party groups for extraordinary review in their non-profit applications. The new development in that long-running case is that Lois Lerner and her chief lieutenant, … Continue reading Public lnterest law: Cincinnati Enquirer sues to open “Lois Lerner” confidentiality hearing before Judge Michael Barrett →

By Christopher P. Finney

Ohio real estate law: A slip between closing and recording? It does happen.

May 14, 2017

As attorneys, especially in a smaller city like Cincinnati, we can be tempted to trust one another, especially experienced real estate practitioners as to the timing of recording of instruments. But that trust can be misplaced, as many times between the “closing” and “recording” things go awry. Roundtable closings In Ohio, particularly southwest Ohio and for residential properties, round-table … Continue reading Ohio real estate law: A slip between closing and recording? It does happen. →

Our Spring newsletter is out: Please read about our talented paralegal team and legal updates!

May 10, 2017

In our Spring 2017 newsletter, we introduce you to the paralegal team we have carefully assembled as well as provides updates in commercial leasing, labor and employment law, and medical malpractice litigation, Read it here.

Judge Curt C. Hartman is sworn in to office today

April 26, 2017

Today, former Finney Law Firm attorney (of counsel) Curt Hartman took the oath of office as a Judge on the Hamilton County Common Pleas bench. The oath was administered by Judge Melba Marsh. Judge Hartman was appointed by Governor John Kasich to the bench to fill the unexpired term of Judge Beth Myers, who last … Continue reading Judge Curt C. Hartman is sworn in to office today →

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