What we offer
Services
Business law
Formation, contracts, M&A, employment, vendor disputes. We sit at your boardroom table.
Civil litigation
Strategic representation in commercial disputes, breach of contract, and partnership conflicts.
Estate & trust
Estate planning, trust administration, probate, and succession for families and family businesses.
Word of mouth
What customers say
★★★★★
“They restructured our partnership in three weeks. Clear, careful, and they actually returned our calls.”
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David K.
Managing Partner, Mercer Builders
★★★★★
“I've worked with five attorneys in my career. Hawthorne is the first I trust without a second opinion.”
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Linda B.
CEO, Whitfield Manufacturing
Common questions
How are fees structured?+
Hourly with monthly invoicing for ongoing matters. Flat fees for formations, contracts, and estate documents. Trust deposits managed in compliance with state IOLTA rules.
Do you offer free consultations?+
Yes, a 30-minute initial consultation at no cost to determine fit and scope.
Where do you practice?+
Licensed in Ohio and Michigan. Federal practice across the Sixth Circuit.