Rich is a business tax attorney who provides clients with trusted advice concerning significant transactions, tax planning, and difficult challenges encountered in their daily operations. His practice focuses on state and local tax compliance and controversies, including Ohio and multistate sales/use tax, commercial activity tax, and personal income tax issues, and in federal income tax controversies with the Internal Revenue Service. Additionally, because of his tax background, Rich often advises clients regarding the business and tax implications of commercial and real estate transactions. Rich takes pride in understanding his clients’ business needs and objectives so he can help them achieve their goals in the most beneficial, yet practical, manner.
As the Former Chair of the Ohio State Bar Association Taxation Committee, Rich has been asked to present his opinion concerning tax laws and policy to Ohio legislatures. These opportunities have given him invaluable insight into the legislative process and the practical considerations that mold tax policy.
Rich enjoys giving back and volunteering with several charitable organizations in Northeast Ohio. His involvement with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Northeast Ohio and Stewart’s Caring Place has been particularly fulfilling.
