McCarthy, Lebit, Crystal & Liffman Co., LPA Law Firm

Bankruptcy, Business, Criminal Defense, Employment, Estate Planning, Family Law, Intellectual Property, Lawsuits and Disputes, Personal Injury, Real Estate Law Firm

1111 Superior Ave East, Cleveland, OH 44114

About McCarthy, Lebit, Crystal & Liffman Co., LPA

McCarthy, Lebit, Crystal & Liffman Co., LPA is a premier full-service law firm based in Cleveland, Ohio, known for delivering sophisticated legal solutions to businesses, individuals, and families. The firm’s multidisciplinary team offers expertise across twenty key practice areas, ensuring comprehensive representation tailored to client needs.

McCarthy, Lebit, Crystal & Liffman Co., LPA prides itself on a collaborative approach where business, trial, and personal attorneys work seamlessly together. This synergy drives efficient case management and effective legal strategies, supporting successful outcomes for complex corporate matters, litigation, and personal legal challenges alike.

McCarthy, Lebit, Crystal & Liffman Co., LPA maintains a legacy of leadership and public service, rooted in the vision of its founder, Daniel R. McCarthy. The firm continues to honor this heritage through innovative legal work, community engagement, and a commitment to upholding the highest ethical standards in every case.

McCarthy, Lebit, Crystal & Liffman Co., LPA offers specialized legal services in areas including business and corporate law, tax, employment, intellectual property, real estate, and personal injury. The firm also excels in creditor and debtor rights, alternative dispute resolution, family law, and venture capital.

McCarthy, Lebit, Crystal & Liffman Co., LPA emphasizes confidentiality, personalized attention, and thorough preparation in every client matter. Its attorneys combine strategic insight with practical solutions to navigate complex legal issues while safeguarding client interests with integrity and professionalism.

McCarthy, Lebit, Crystal & Liffman Co., LPA leverages its international affiliation with IR Global to efficiently support cross-border transactions and disputes. This enables the firm to provide global legal coverage while avoiding the high costs often associated with multinational firms.

McCarthy, Lebit, Crystal & Liffman Co., LPA continues to be recognized nationally and regionally for legal excellence. The firm’s dedication to delivering high-quality counsel and achieving meaningful results establishes it as a trusted partner in the Ohio legal community.

Practice Areas

Lawsuits & Disputes

Alternative Dispute Resolution
Insurance Defense
Investor Claims
Complex Commercial & Business Litigation
Business Divorce or Shareholder/Partnership/Member Disputes
Disputes From Non-Compete/Non-Solicitation Agreements
Disputes Related to Trade Secrets
Business Torts
Breach of Contract Claims
Real Estate, Landlord-Tenant Disputes, Construction, and Eminent Domain
Financial Services Disputes
Fiduciary Litigation
Director & Officer Litigation (D&O)
Class Action Litigation

Personal Injury

Wrongful Death
Medical Malpractice
Premises Liability
Product Liability
Transportation Crashes
Dog Attacks
Employer Intentional Tort

Intellectual Property

Copyright Registration
Contractual Matters
General IP Counseling
IP Audits
IP Litigation
M&A Due Diligence Review
Patent & Trademark Prosecution
Patent, Trademark, & Copyright Infringement
Trade Secret Protection
Various Types of Patent Searches

Business

Banking & Finance
Business & Commercial Litigation
Business Succession Planning
Buy-Sell Agreements
Capital Raises
Corporate Governance
Corporate Taxation
Distressed Business Workouts
Emerging Companies
Entity Formation & Restructuring
Joint Ventures
Liquidation & Divestitures
Mergers & Acquisitions
VC & Private Equity
Shareholder Disputes
Hospitality & Liquor Law

Bankruptcy

Business Reorganization & Liquidation
Creditors’ Rights
Financial Workouts
Lender Liability
Loan Structuring & Documentation
Receiverships
UCC Article 9 Secured Claims

Criminal Defense

Appellate/Post-Conviction Representation
Computer Offenses
Crimes of Violence & Drug Offenses
Financial & Tax Crimes
Firearm/Weapon Offenses
Juvenile Crimes
Sex Offenses
Student Misconduct/Campus Crimes
OVI & Traffic Offenses
Theft & Fraud-Related Offenses
White-Collar Crimes & Corporate Investigations
Education & Student Defense

Employment

Age Discrimination
Breach of Contract
Denial of Promotion
Disability Discrimination & Denial of Accommodations
Employment Agreements
Executive Compensation
Glass Ceiling Claims
Illegal Retaliation
Non-Compete Agreements
Policy Drafting
Race Discrimination
Religious Discrimination & Denial of Accommodations
Severance Agreements
Sex Discrimination, including Unfair Pay Practices
Sexual Harassment
Unpaid Overtime & Other Wage Violations
Wage & Hour
Whistleblowing
Whistleblower Claims
Workplace Investigations
Wrongful Demotion
Wrongful Discharge
Age Discrimination in Employment Act
Americans with Disabilities Act
Equal Pay Act
Fair Labor Standards Act
False Claims Act
Family and Medical Leave Act
Ohio Whistleblower Protection Act
State Anti-Discrimination Laws
State Wage and Hour Laws
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act

Real Estate

AIA Contract Preparation & Review
Commercial & Residential Real Estate Transactions, including Purchase Agreements
Construction Contracts & Litigation
Debt Restructuring & Workout Negotiation
Due Diligence & Survey Analysis
Easement Agreements & Eminent Domain
Financing & Tax Planning
Land Use, Zoning, & Title Insurance
Leases & Landlord/Tenant Law
Liens & Real Estate Disputes
Property Valuation
1031 Like-Kind Exchanges