Buckingham Announces Promotion of Four Attorneys to Income Partner

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Akron, OH – December 22, 2025 – Buckingham is proud to announce the promotion of four accomplished attorneys to Income Partner: Nate Fulmer, Matt Smith, Heather Steele, and Christina Williams. This milestone reflects their exceptional dedication to client service, leadership within the firm, and commitment to excellence in their respective practice areas.

Nate Fulmer has been with the firm since 2017 and is a key member of our tax team. He excels in tax and nonprofit matters, combining technical expertise with a collaborative approach that makes him a trusted resource for clients and colleagues.

Matt Smith joined the firm as a summer associate in 2019 and has since built a strong reputation in real estate, construction, and litigation. Known for his strategic thinking and client-focused approach, Matt consistently delivers exceptional results and contributes to firm growth through recruitment and business development efforts.

Heather Steele became part of the firm in 2020 and has thrived as a Labor and Employment attorney. Her ability to simplify complex issues and provide practical solutions has earned her recognition as a trusted advisor. Heather’s enthusiasm and leadership continue to strengthen our team and client relationships.

Christina Williams joined the firm in 2022, bringing extensive experience in defamation law. She is passionate about advocacy and excels in research and writing, ensuring favorable outcomes for clients. Christina also plays an active role in firm initiatives that enhance our culture and community.

“These promotions recognize the hard work, talent, and professionalism each of these attorneys brings to our clients and our firm,” said Steve Dimengo, Managing Partner of Buckingham. “We are excited to see their continued growth and leadership as they join the firm’s partnership.”

For more information about our new partners, visit https://bdblaw.com/our-attorneys/.

About Buckingham

Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs, LLC is a full-service law firm with offices in Akron, Canton, and Cleveland, Ohio. For over a century, Buckingham has provided trusted legal counsel to businesses, institutions, and individuals throughout the region.

 

Nathan M. Fulmer

Partner

Akron

nfulmer@bdblaw.com

330.258.6464

Matthew D. Smith

Partner

Cleveland

msmith@bdblaw.com

216.736.4226

Heather Steele

Partner

Akron

hsteele@bdblaw.com

330.258.6407

Christina Williams

Partner

Cleveland

cwilliams@bdblaw.com

216.736.4234

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