Practice Areas
Lenhart Obenshain has established the following integrated practice groups assembled from our diverse, yet complementary attorneys' practice areas. Working as a team, the lawyers in each practice group provide exceptional client service and tailor solutions to the needs of each individual client. Many of Lenhart Obenshain's practice groups publish Email newsletters and speak to groups regarding the latest developments in that area of practice.
Business, Tax and Wealth Transfer
Tax planning is an integral component of every business transaction at Lenhart Obenshain. From business formation to company mergers and acquisitions, the attorneys at Lenhart Obenshain have the knowledge, experience and insight to help you maximize your operating profits and equity value.
Catastrophic and Serious Injury Litigation
People who are seriously injured as the result of another person or entity’s negligence have the legal right to be compensated for their injuries. It takes the skill and experience of a seasoned attorney to get the justice you deserve. The attorneys at Lenhart Obenshain are committed to fighting for the results you need and deserve after suffering a life-altering event that was not your fault.
Corporate and Institutional Practice
Our team of experienced corporate and institutional practice attorneys works closely with a wide variety of businesses and institutions to achieve objectives quickly and cost-effectively. We have experience working with Fortune 500 companies, non-profits, educational institutions, healthcare institutions, family-owned businesses, retailers and a host of other types of business.
Emerging Companies and Venture Capital
Lenhart Obenshain offers comprehensive business services to help clients in business formations, financings, taxes, employment, mergers and acquisitions, and intellectual property protection. Our experience gives us valuable insight into both sides of the financing table, enabling our clients to benefit from our well-rounded knowledge and experience.
Eminent Domain (Condemnation)
When you have been told that the government is going to take your private property and develop it for public use, you need an experienced attorney on your side to protect your best interests. Hiring an attorney early can help ensure that you get a fair price for your property and make sure your rights are protected throughout the condemnation process.
Employment and Employee Benefits
We support businesses in managing and stewarding their employees. Our proactive approach is designed to avoid costly problems through drafting and assisting with employment agreements, handbooks, personnel policies, HR protocols, disciplinary documentation, retirement plan support, health and welfare plan support, and preparing executive and key employee employment agreements. Should problems arise in the course of doing business, we are prepared to respond in such a way as to protect your best interests.
Estate Planning
The experienced attorneys at Lenhart Obenshain understand the importance of planning for the future and clearly delineating how you want your property and assets managed and distributed after your death. We have extensive experience advising business owners and investors in developing complex estate plans that meet clear objectives. Our extensive tax background enables us to help you choose the best vehicles to maximize your estate.
Health Care
Lenhart Obenshain helps a variety of health care organizations (hospital systems, retirement communities, group and solo medical professionals, etc.) navigate the complex legal issues that confront healthcare providers. We assist health care organizations with corporate organization, tax and employee benefits, regulatory matters, litigation risk management, and employment and labor-related matters.
Intellectual Property and Technology
We offer support and assistance to businesses in identifying and protecting their intellectual property and technology, and work to protect, capture, and exploit its inherent value. From software designers to publishers to e-commerce companies, we offer legal services to protect intellectual property. Our services include copyright and trademark prosecution; executive, employee and contractor agreements; trade secret policies; patent litigation; acquisition, licensing and distribution; and litigation.
Litigation
The attorneys at Lenhart Obenshain have successfully litigated before federal, state and appellate courts. Our clients include businesses, government agencies and individuals. We work diligently on your behalf and offer advice as to the best way to approach the legal matter you are facing—whether an aggressive litigation strategy or alternative resolution method is more likely to produce an ideal outcome for you.
Real Estate, Finance and Development
We offer a complete range of legal services for property owners, investors, developers, lenders and tenants. Drawing on our extensive real estate background and taking the time to understand your unique goals and objectives, we are able to help protect your best interests through complex and sophisticated real estate transactions.
