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Manley Burke Chicago Attorneys William T. Eveland and Andrew E. Bollinger Recognized in 2027 Edition of Best Lawyers

Manley Burke is pleased to announce that two attorneys in its Chicago office, William T. Eveland and Andrew E. Bollinger, have been recognized in the 2027 editions of The Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America®, respectively.

The Best Lawyers in America® recognition is widely regarded as a significant peer-reviewed distinction in the legal profession. Attorneys are recognized based on feedback from their peers, reflecting the professional respect they have earned within their respective practice areas.

Toby Eveland, Managing Partner of Manley Burke’s Chicago office, has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® for Commercial Litigation. Eveland has been recognized by Best Lawyers since 2025.

Andrew E. Bollinger has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America® for Commercial Litigation. Bollinger has been recognized by Best Lawyers since 2025.

Recognition in Best Lawyers is a testament to the dedication and skill of our attorneys. We are honored to be included among the top legal professionals in the nation and are proud of the trust our clients and peers place in us.

The Best Lawyers awards are widely regarded as a significant honor, relying on peer-review surveys to identify the leading attorneys in their fields. The Ones to Watch list highlights attorneys earlier in their careers who are making outstanding contributions to the legal profession.

About Manley Burke

Founded in Cincinnati in 1979, Manley Burke has built a reputation for providing sophisticated legal counsel with a client-first approach. Today, the firm serves clients throughout the Greater Cincinnati region, Chicago, and beyond, representing businesses, nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, entrepreneurs, and individuals across a broad range of practice areas.

With the addition of its Chicago office, Manley Burke brings big-law talent and small-firm agility to a growing Chicago client base while maintaining the personalized service that has long defined the firm. Across both offices, the firm remains committed to delivering thoughtful, effective representation while upholding the highest standards of professionalism, service, and excellence.

For more information about Manley Burke and its award-winning attorneys, visit www.manleyburke.com.

Manley Burke Recognized in Chambers Spotlight Guide 2027 for Cincinnati Corporate/Commercial

CINCINNATI, OH — September 15, 2026 — Manley Burke LPA is pleased to announce that the firm has been recognized in the 2027 Chambers Spotlight Guide for Cincinnati Corporate/Commercial, highlighting the firm’s strength and capabilities in serving businesses and organizations throughout the Cincinnati market.

The Chambers Spotlight Guide recognizes firms that demonstrate notable strengths in specific practice areas and markets. Manley Burke’s recognition in Cincinnati Corporate/Commercial reflects the firm’s continued commitment to providing sophisticated legal counsel while maintaining the personal, responsive service of a hometown firm.

For more than four decades, Manley Burke has built its practice around a simple principle: excellence is our bottom line. From its Cincinnati roots, the firm has grown into a full-service law firm serving businesses, nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, entrepreneurs, and individuals across a broad range of legal needs.

The firm’s Corporate practice advises clients on matters including business formation and governance, mergers and acquisitions, contracts, financing, tax, employment, real estate, and other issues that arise throughout the business lifecycle. Manley Burke combines this breadth of experience with a deep understanding of the industries and organizations it serves.

This recognition comes at an exciting time of growth for Manley Burke, including the firm’s expanding presence in Chicago. While the firm continues to grow, its commitment remains grounded in the relationships and client-first service that have defined Manley Burke since its founding in 1979.

Manley Burke is proud to be recognized among firms demonstrating notable capabilities in Cincinnati Corporate/Commercial and remains committed to providing clients with the sophisticated legal counsel they need, paired with the personal attention and responsiveness that have long defined the firm.

About Manley Burke LPA

Founded in Cincinnati in 1979, Manley Burke LPA is a full-service law firm providing legal counsel to businesses, nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, entrepreneurs, and individuals. The firm’s attorneys bring experience across Corporate, Nonprofit Organizations, Tax, Real Estate, Higher Education, Land Use and Zoning, Constitutional Law & Civil Rights, and other areas of law.

Manley Burke delivers big-law talent with small-firm agility. The firm combines sophisticated legal experience and deep industry knowledge with the accessibility, responsiveness, and personal attention clients expect from a hometown firm. With Cincinnati roots and an expanding presence in Chicago, Manley Burke provides strategic, practical counsel tailored to each client’s goals.

Manley Burke Attorneys Honored in 2027 Edition of Best Lawyers and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America

CINCINNATI, OH — August 20th, 2026 — Manley Burke is pleased to announce that eight of its attorneys have been recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®, including five attorneys named to Best Lawyers and four attorneys recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America®.

The annual Best Lawyers recognition is widely regarded as a leading peer-reviewed distinction in the legal profession. Recognition is based on peer feedback and reflects the professional respect attorneys have earned from colleagues in their respective practice areas and communities.

The following Manley Burke attorneys have been recognized in 2027 Best Lawyers:

Timothy M. Burke
Sean P. Callan
John E. Christopher
Noah J. Stern
Seth Alan Schwartz

Four additional Manley Burke attorneys have been recognized in 2027 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America:

Amy Hebbeler
Micah Kamrass
Jacob W. Purcell

About Manley Burke

For more than a century, Manley Burke has served clients throughout the Greater Cincinnati region and beyond, providing experienced legal counsel across a broad range of practice areas. The firm is committed to delivering thoughtful, effective representation while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and service.

For more information about Manley Burke and its award-winning attorneys, visit www.manleyburke.com

Manley Burke LPA Elevates Emily J. Couch to Partner

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CINCINNATI, OH — Manley Burke LPA is proud to announce that Emily J. Couch has been elected to the firm’s partnership, recognizing her outstanding legal work, leadership within the firm, and unwavering commitment to client service.

Since joining Manley Burke, Couch has built a dynamic and multifaceted practice, representing clients across a wide range of matters including civil litigation, employment disputes, corporate matters, real estate, and estate planning. Her ability to navigate complex legal challenges with clarity and precision has made her a trusted advisor to businesses, organizations, and individuals alike.

Couch is widely respected for her practical, solutions-oriented approach and her dedication to advocacy both inside and outside the courtroom. She combines strong litigation skills with a deep understanding of regulatory and compliance matters, helping clients proactively manage risk while positioning them for long-term success.

In addition to her legal practice, Couch has demonstrated a strong commitment to leadership and community engagement. She serves on several boards locally and nationally, including the Hazing Prevention Network, where she contributes her legal insight to advancing education and prevention efforts nationwide. Her work in the evolving area of fraternal law, including governance, compliance, and risk management, further distinguishes her as a forward-thinking leader in her field.

Couch’s professional excellence has also been recognized by her peers, earning her selection to the Ohio Rising Stars list from 2024 through 2026—an honor reserved for a small percentage of attorneys demonstrating exceptional achievement early in their careers.

As a Northern Kentucky native, Couch earned her Juris Doctor from Northern Kentucky University Salmon P. Chase College of Law and began practicing in 2017. Repeatedly recognized as an Ohio Rising Star, Couch joined Manley Burke in 2021 bringing with her a passion for client advocacy and developing young lawyers.

Her promotion to partner reflects Manley Burke’s continued commitment to recognizing and elevating attorneys who deliver exceptional results and embody the firm’s values of excellence, responsiveness, and innovation.

About Manley Burke LPA
Manley Burke LPA is a full-service law firm with offices in Cincinnati, Ohio and Chicago, Illinois. The firm provides strategic legal counsel to businesses, nonprofits, and individuals across a broad spectrum of practice areas. The firm is known for combining big-law experience with an agile, client-focused approach.

Manley Burke Expands Chicago Office with Key Litigation Talent

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CINCINNATI & CHICAGO — March 20, 2026 — Manley Burke LPA continues to strengthen its growing Chicago presence with the addition of acclaimed commercial litigator Christina E. Carriere Lutz, who joins the firm’s Chicago office as part of a broader expansion that also includes prominent trial attorney William T. “Toby” Eveland leading the office.

For nearly two decades, Christina has litigated high-stakes business disputes, representing companies and individuals in complex commercial matters. Known for delivering strategic, tailored counsel, she helps clients manage litigation risk while maximizing outcomes.

Christina brings extensive experience advising a diverse client base that includes multinational corporations, closely-held and family-owned businesses, financial institutions, real-estate developers and commercial landlords, distributors, high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and large estates. Her litigation practice spans contract disputes, shareholder and partnership conflicts, real estate disputes, fiduciary and probate litigation, sales representative commission matters and employment disputes.

“Christina is an exceptional litigator whose strategic thinking and client-focused approach make her a tremendous addition to our Chicago team.” said Toby Eveland, Managing Partner at Manley Burke. “As we expand our presence in Chicago, attorneys of Christina’s caliber are critical to building a strong, dynamic office that serves sophisticated clients across the Midwest and beyond.”

Christina shared her enthusiasm about joining the firm: “I am thrilled to join Manley Burke in building a truly unique presence in the Chicago market. Our large firm expertise and entrepreneurial spirit deliver client service and agility that set us apart. I look forward to showing my clients the support and partnership that come with being a part of the Manley Burke team.”

Christina’s work has earned consistent recognition within the legal community. She has been named to The National Black Lawyers Top 100 Attorneys for four consecutive years and was recognized by Crain’s Chicago Business as a Notable Rising Star in Law. She was also selected as one of 40 Illinois Attorneys Under Forty to Watch by the publishers of Chicago Lawyer and the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin.

Christina will be based in the firm’s Chicago office, where she will work alongside Eveland, Christina’s former colleague. Eveland joins the firm with more than two decades of litigation experience and will serve as Managing Partner of the Chicago office. Together, their additions mark a significant step in Manley Burke’s continued growth and investment in the Chicago market.

Manley Burke LPA is a full-service law firm providing legal counsel to public and private clients throughout Ohio, Illinois and beyond. The firm offers comprehensive expertise across a broad range of practice areas, including corporate and business law, nonprofit organizations, tax law, real estate, land use and zoning, local government law, litigation and employment and labor law. With a commitment to excellence, practical solutions, and responsive client service, Manley Burke LPA delivers strategic legal guidance tailored to the complex needs of its clients. For more information, visit manleyburke.com.

Top Midwest Lawyer William T. “Toby” Eveland Joins Manley Burke

For Immediate Release:
Tuesday, March 3, 2026

For More Information:
Corrine Williams
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Top Midwest Lawyer William T. “Toby” Eveland Joins Manley Burke
Eveland to Lead Chicago Office as Cincinnati-Based Firm Expands Practice

(CINCINNATI) – Manley Burke LPA announced today that one of the Midwest’s most prominent attorneys, William T. “Toby” Eveland, will join their firm, effective March 4, 2026. Eveland will serve as Managing Partner of the firm’s new Chicago office, where he will welcome additional high-profile hires as Manley Burke continues to grow its national footprint in the months ahead.

Eveland joins Manley Burke with more than 20 years of legal experience and an unrivaled legal network in Chicago and throughout the country. Serving most recently as Managing Partner of Saul Ewing LLP’s Chicago office since 2021, his extensive experience spans complex business disputes, higher education and municipal and governmental sectors. As a seasoned litigator and trial advocate, Eveland has represented clients at the state and federal levels across class-action defense, employment, real estate finance, tort defense and shareholder disputes.

Toby Eveland is one of the finest litigators in the Midwest, and we are proud to call him a colleague,” Sean P. Callan, Managing Partner at Manley Burke, said. “His reputation speaks for itself: two decades of winning hard cases, earning the trust of sophisticated clients and leading teams with integrity. Bringing someone of his caliber to lead our Chicago office is a tremendous moment for this firm, and we could not be more pleased to welcome him to Manley Burke.”

For the past two years, Eveland has been recognized on The Best Lawyers in America list for Commercial Litigation. In 2023, Crain’s Chicago Business recognized him on its Notable Litigators & Trial Attorneys list. His client portfolio is expansive, ranging from higher education to governmental entities to commercial disputes. He has also served as a trusted adviser to Boards of Trustees, presidents and general counsels across a range of industries and institutions. When the stakes are highest, clients turn to him for his common sense, client-focused approach. He earned his J.D. from the Loyola University Chicago School of Law and his B.S., magna cum laude, from the University of North Alabama.

“I have spent a long time watching Manley Burke build something special, and when the opportunity came to be part of it, I did not hesitate,” Eveland said. “The foundation is exceptional — the talent, the reputation, the client relationships — and Chicago is a market full of opportunity. I am excited for what we are going to build together.”

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Manley Burke LPA Attorneys Recognized in 2026 Ohio Super Lawyers® and Rising Stars®

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CINCINNATI, OH — Manley Burke LPA, located at 225 West Court Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, is proud to announce that multiple attorneys have been selected for inclusion in the 2026 Ohio Super Lawyers® and Ohio Rising Stars® lists. These prestigious honors recognize exceptional attorneys who have demonstrated outstanding professional achievement and earned significant peer recognition.

2026 Ohio Super Lawyers®

The following Manley Burke LPA attorneys have been named to the 2026 Ohio Super Lawyers® list, an honor reserved for a select group of attorneys statewide:

Timothy M. Burke – State, Local & Municipal Law, 20+ Years
Sean P. Callan – Real Estate Law, 5 Years

Super Lawyers selections are made through a rigorous, multiphase process that includes peer nominations, independent research, and peer evaluations, ensuring recognition of attorneys who have attained the highest levels of professional excellence.

2026 Ohio Rising Stars®

In addition, the firm congratulates the following attorneys recognized as 2026 Ohio Rising Stars®, a distinction awarded to no more than 2.5 percent of attorneys in Ohio who are either under the age of 40 or have been practicing law for 10 years or less:

Emily J. Couch – Civil Litigation: Defense
Amy M. Hebbeler – Nonprofit Organizations
Micah E. Kamrass – Schools & Education Law
Ilana Linder – Civil Litigation: Plaintiff
Jacob Purcell – Business & Corporate Law

These recognitions reflect the depth of talent at Manley Burke LPA and our firm’s continued commitment to providing exceptional legal counsel across a wide range of practice areas. We are honored that our attorneys’ dedication, experience, and results have been recognized by their peers.

Manley Burke LPA is a full-service law firm providing legal counsel to public and private clients throughout Ohio and beyond. The firm offers comprehensive expertise across a broad range of practice areas, including corporate and business law, nonprofit organizations, tax law, real estate, land use and zoning, local government law, litigation, and employment and labor law. With a commitment to excellence, practical solutions, and responsive client service, Manley Burke LPA delivers strategic legal guidance tailored to the complex needs of its clients. For more information, please contact 513-721-5525 or visit the firm’s office in downtown Cincinnati.

Four Manley Burke LPA Attorneys Named 2026 Top Lawyers by Cincinnati Magazine

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CINCINNATI, OH — Manley Burke LPA is proud to announce that four of its attorneys have been recognized as 2026 Top Lawyers by Cincinnati Magazine, an honor that reflects the firm’s continued commitment to excellence and leadership in the legal profession.

Each year, Cincinnati Magazine compiles its Top Lawyers list based on an extensive peer-review process. Attorneys and members of the judiciary across the Greater Cincinnati region are invited to nominate lawyers they regard as leaders in their respective practice areas. Thousands of votes are cast, and selections are based solely on peer recognition, highlighting attorneys who have earned the respect and trust of their colleagues.

The following Manley Burke LPA attorneys were named 2026 Top Lawyers by Cincinnati Magazine:

Timothy M. Burke — Municipal Law
John E. Christopher — NonProfit/Charities Law
Sean P. Callan — Real Estate Law
Noah J. Stern — Tax Law

Manley Burke LPA is a Cincinnati-based law firm providing sophisticated legal services to businesses, entrepreneurs, and individuals throughout the region. The firm’s attorneys are known for their practical approach, deep legal knowledge, and commitment to client success.

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Manley Burke Attorneys Honored in 2026 Edition of Best Lawyers and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America

CINCINNATI, OH — Manley Burke is proud to announce that nine of its attorneys have been recognized in the 2026 editions of Best Lawyers in America and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America. This prestigious recognition is based entirely on peer review and highlights the firm’s commitment to excellence across a broad range of practice areas.

Best Lawyers in America 2026:

Timothy M. Burke (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2007)
- Government Relations Practice
- Land Use and Zoning Law
- Litigation – Land Use and Zoning
- Litigation – Municipal
Sean P. Callan (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2012)
- Land Use and Zoning Law
- Real Estate Law
John E. Christopher (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2007)
- Nonprofit / Charities Law
- Tax Law
Seth Alan Schwartz (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2018)
- Commercial Litigation
Noah J. Stern (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2013)
- Tax Law

Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America 2026 Honorees:

Amy Hebbeler (Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America since 2024)
Micah Kamrass (Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America since 2024)
- Education Law
- Real Estate Law
Ilana Linder (Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America since 2026)
- Litigation – Construction
- Litigation – Real Estate
Jacob W. Purcell (Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America since 2026)

For more information about Manley Burke and its award-winning attorneys, visit www.manleyburke.com

Manley Burke Ranked by Best Law Firms® in 2025

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Cincinnati, OH, November 14, 2024 — Manley Burke has been recognized in the 2025 edition of Best Law Firms^®, ranked by Best Lawyers^®, nationally in 1 practice areas and regionally in 8 practice areas.

Firms included in the 2025 Best Law Firms^® list are recognized for professional excellence with persistently impressive ratings from clients and peers. To be considered for this milestone achievement, at least one lawyer in the law firm must be recognized in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America^®.

Achieving a tiered ranking in Best Law Firms^® on a national and/or metropolitan scale signals a unique credibility within the industry. The transparent, collaborative research process employs qualitative and quantitative data from peer and client reviews that is supported by proprietary algorithmic technology to produce a tiered system of industry-led rankings of the top 4% of the industry.

Receiving a tier designation represents an elite status, integrity and reputation that law firms earn among other leading firms and lawyers. The 2025 edition of  Best Law Firms^® includes rankings in 75 national practice areas and 127 metropolitan-based practice areas. Additionally, one “Law Firm of the Year” was named in each nationally ranked practice area.

Manley Burke received the following rankings in the 2025 Best Law Firms^®:

National Tier 3
- Land Use & Zoning Law

Regional Tier 1
- Cincinnati
  - Government Relations Practice
  - Land Use & Zoning Law
  - Litigation – Land Use & Zoning
  - Litigation – Municipal
Regional Tier 2
- Cincinnati
  - Nonprofit / Charities Law
  - Tax Law
Regional Tier 3
- Cincinnati
  - Real Estate Law
  - Commercial Litigation

About Manley Burke

At Manley Burke, our attorneys are seasoned professionals here to listen to your legal concerns, then give you options. Our attorneys share your concern with the whole picture, not just the legal picture. That’s how we offer big law talent with small law agility.

About Best Law Firms^®

Best Law Firms^® is the most credible rankings of exceptional law firms, rooted in a rigorous, peer-to-peer, industry-driven evaluation. Achieving a tiered ranking in Best Law Firms signals a unique combination of quality law practice and breadth of legal expertise. Ranked ﬁrms, presented in three tiers, are recognized on a national and metro-based scale. The reputation earned over the past 14 years and a future-focused commitment to innovation provides legal professionals with an elevated stature, validation and confidence that comes from being part of, and working with, a Best Law Firms honored practice.

About Best Lawyers^®

Best Lawyers^® is the oldest and most respected peer-review research and accolades company in the legal profession. Best Lawyers compiles extensive recognitions by conducting exhaustive peer-review surveys in which tens of thousands of leading lawyers confidentially evaluate the work of their fellow legal professionals within their local market and specialty. Lawyers are not required or allowed to pay a fee to be listed; therefore, recognition by Best Lawyers is considered a singular honor.