Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Cleveland Since 1933
Nicola Gudbranson & Cooper has provided practical, cost-effective legal solutions since 1933, serving businesses, executives, and governmental entities across Ohio. Our experienced legal advisors specialize in transactions and litigation spanning business and corporate law, employment law, estate planning, family law, immigration law, and more. With a tradition of excellence rooted in Cleveland's professional community, we combine decades of legal expertise with a commitment to client-centric service.Our firm's evolution reflects changing legal landscapes while maintaining a steadfast dedication to protecting client interests. We prioritize proactive risk management, strategic planning, and ethical representation, ensuring clients receive sophisticated counsel tailored to their unique needs. Our team's deep understanding of local markets and regulatory environments enables effective advocacy in both litigation and transactional matters.
Services
Business and Corporate Law
Employment Law
Estate Planning
Family Law
Immigration Law
Litigation
Real Estate Law
Workers Compensation Defense
Details
- Year established: 1933
Highlights and features
- We have over 90 years of experience serving Ohio's legal needs
- Our attorneys hold leadership roles in major legal organizations
- We provide tailored solutions for complex business and individual cases
- Our team includes certified specialists in family and employment law
- We maintain a proven track record in high-stakes litigation matters
Services
Business and Corporate Law
Our corporate attorneys advise businesses on entity formation, mergers and acquisitions, and succession planning. We help clients choose optimal business structures, prepare legal documents, and navigate complex transactions. Our services include drafting shareholder agreements, managing corporate governance issues, and providing strategic counsel for business growth and risk mitigation.
Employment Law
We provide comprehensive employment law services including policy development, compliance audits, and litigation defense. Our attorneys help businesses establish effective HR practices, handle discrimination claims, and navigate wage and hour regulations. We offer proactive guidance on workplace safety, leave policies, and executive compensation matters to minimize legal risks.
Estate Planning
Our estate planning attorneys create customized solutions for asset protection and wealth transfer. Services include drafting wills, establishing trusts, and creating advance healthcare directives. We specialize in minimizing tax liabilities, planning for business succession, and administering complex estates while ensuring clients' wishes are legally protected through probate and trust administration processes.
Family Law
We handle complex family law matters including child custody disputes, divorce proceedings, and international child abduction cases. Our attorneys provide representation in prenuptial agreements, spousal support determinations, and domestic violence protection orders. We focus on achieving equitable outcomes in property division and developing comprehensive parenting plans tailored to clients' specific needs.
Immigration Law
Our immigration practice covers business visas, family-based petitions, and citizenship applications. We assist employers with work authorization compliance, handle deportation defense cases, and represent clients in asylum proceedings. Services include processing employment-based green cards, managing international employee transfers, and providing guidance on immigration-related employment law matters.
People
Michael J. Bertsch
Member
Experienced attorney specializing in corporate law with extensive transactional expertise. Focuses on business entity formation and complex commercial agreements. Active in Ohio legal community with decades of practice experience.
Brian L. Bly
Of Counsel
Certified family law specialist with notable experience in child custody disputes. Played key role in landmark Supreme Court custody case. Provides strategic representation in complex domestic relations matters across state and international boundaries.
John D. Sayre
Member
Skilled family law attorney with specialized training in collaborative divorce processes. Handles high-stakes custody cases and complex property division matters. Recognized for expertise in international child abduction cases under the Hague Convention.
Karen Gabriel Moss
Member
Experienced litigator with focus on employment law and business disputes. Represents clients in discrimination claims and complex commercial litigation. Provides strategic counsel on workplace compliance and risk management issues.
Nicholas J. Dertouzos
Member
Corporate law specialist with emphasis on business succession planning. Advises closely held businesses on ownership transitions and estate planning integration. Active in local business community with focus on Ohio-based enterprises.
Questions
What areas of law does Nicola, Gudbranson & Cooper specialize in?
We specialize in business and corporate law, employment law, estate planning, family law, immigration law, litigation, real estate law, and workers' compensation defense.
How long has the firm been in operation?
Nicola, Gudbranson & Cooper has provided legal services since its founding in 1933, with a continuous tradition of excellence in Cleveland.
Do you handle international legal matters?
Yes, we handle international child custody cases, cross-border business transactions, and global immigration matters including Hague Convention cases and multinational employee transfers.
What geographic areas do you serve?
While based in Cleveland, Ohio, we represent clients throughout Ohio and nationally, with particular expertise in Cuyahoga County and surrounding regions.
Are your attorneys specialized in specific practice areas?
Yes, our attorneys include certified specialists in family law and employment law, with recognized expertise across our core practice areas.
How do I schedule a consultation?
Contact us at 216-621-7227 or through our website to request a consultation with one of our experienced legal professionals.
