General Litigation

At Milligan Pusateri Co., LPA, we believe that lawyers are, first and foremost, problem solvers.  Our litigation team has more than two centuries of combined experience helping clients solve their problems inside and outside the courtroom, offering skillful and thoughtful representation. Our attorneys provide effective representation at every turn, from pre-suit negotiations all the way through trial to state and federal courts of appeals, when necessary. 

A Full-Service Civil Litigation Law Firm 

Despite having only 11 attorneys in our firm, we have unmatched experience in handling a wide variety of litigation matters when compared to other firms. Our litigation team defends and prosecutes various claims on behalf of our clients, including, but not limited to, the following: 

• Appellate Advocacy
• Breach of Contract
• Business Litigation 
• Civil Rights Litigation
• Class Actions
• Construction Litigation
• Consumer Law
• Contract Disputes
• Defamation 
• Foreclosures  
• General Liability and Insurance Claims 
• Intentional Torts
• Landlord/Tenant Disputes 
• Municipal/Government Litigation 
• Personal Injury and Wrongful Death 
• Product Liability
• Property and Boundary Disputes
• Real Estate Litigation
• Residential and Business Evictions

We have the knowledge and experience to handle complex, high-stakes cases as well as more straightforward claims that just need to be resolved. Whether you have a claim that you want to pursue or have been named in a lawsuit, our litigation attorneys can help you get it resolved.  

Our Litigation Team

At Milligan Pusateri, litigation is what we do. We have a team of litigation attorneys with extensive experience in handling a wide spectrum of civil litigation matters: 

• Richard S. Milligan 
• Paul J. Pusateri 
• Thomas R. Himmelspach 
• Merle D. Evans, III 
• Jack B. Cooper 
• Anthony E. Brown 
• Kimberly K. Wyss 
• Jenna M. McKean 
• Brandon O. Trent 
• Daniel D. Eisenbrei
• Haley M. Walker

Whichever of our attorneys handles your case, you should also know that our firm emphasizes a team-oriented approach in everything we do. That means your case will benefit from each attorney’s knowledge and experience. 

Our Reputation Speaks for Itself 

From 2013 through 2022, Milligan Pusateri Co., LPA has consecutively received either a First-Tier ranking or a Second-Tier ranking for the Akron metropolitan region from the U.S. News – Best Lawyers® lists of “Best Law Firms” in the following general litigation areas:

• Municipal Law (First Tier: 2013-2022)
• Litigation – Municipal (Second Tier: 2022)
• Appellate Practice (Second Tier: 2018-2022)
• Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants (First Tier: 2021-2022)

We are honored to be recognized as one of the premier litigation firms in the area— the byproduct of a tireless commitment to our clients and getting the outcomes they deserve. 

Contact Milligan Pusateri to Find a Solution to Whatever Problem You Are Facing

Litigation is sometimes your best option for resolving a difficult situation, but you need someone who knows how to maximize the benefits of the process. At Milligan Pusateri, we work hard to settle cases outside of the courtroom but are never afraid to go the distance when it is in our client’s best interest. Let us help you solve your problem—call or email us today to schedule a consultation.