Newport, KY

Spencer Merk

Spencer Merk was born and raised in the Cincinnati area and began his career with a local injury firm in December of 2013. Spencer graduated Cum Laude from the University of Kentucky in 2011 with a business marketing degree. Spencer then received his law degree from Salmon P. Chase College of Law in 2014, and was placed on the Dean's list for his academic achievements. Spencer is also a member of the Cincinnati Bar Association, Northern Kentucky Bar Association, and Louisville Bar Association. Spencer gained wide-ranging experience in the practice of criminal law while working as a Limited Licensed Intern at the Jefferson County Attorney's Office, the Kenton County Commonwealth Attorney's Office, as well as the Hamilton County Public Defender's Office. During his time at the Jefferson County Attorney's Office, Spencer was successful as lead counsel on four jury trials. Spencer was named a Rising Star by Super Lawyers in 2020, the Top 40 under 40 by the American Society of Legal Advocates in 2017-2019, and was named on of the Ten Best in Ohio by the American Institute of PI Attorneys in 2018. Spencer is now using his skills and knowledge to fight for client's rights and interests in the courtroom, in both personal injury and criminal matters.

Eric W. Gile

Highly-reviewed Ohio and Kentucky attorney focusing on personal injury and wrongful death cases. After graduating with honors from Chase College of Law in 2014, Eric began representing victims who suffered catastrophic injury and loss as a result of another's negligence. Since that time, Eric has focused his practice on representing those hurt from car accidents, commercial trucking accidents, pedestrian accidents, slip and fall incidents, and wrongful death claims. Eric was named a Rising Star by Super Lawyers in 2020, the Top 40 under 40 by the American Society of Legal Advocates in 2017-2019, and was named on of the Ten Best in Ohio by the American Institute of PI Attorneys in 2018. Prior to starting his own firm, Eric served as the Managing Attorney for five years at a firm in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Mark L. Newman

Mark L. Newman is a partner at Barron Peck Bennie & Schlemmer, dedicating his practice to assisting injured and disabled individuals with workers’ compensation, social security disability, and personal injury claims. He is an Ohio Super Lawyer (2006, 2011, 2015-2023) and an Ohio State Bar Association Certified Workers’ Compensation Specialist, with 30 years of experience representing injured workers.

Michael S. Barron

Michael S. Barron is a partner at Barron Peck Bennie & Schlemmer, focusing on estate planning, general business services, litigation, and personal injury/wrongful death cases. He is admitted to practice in Ohio, California, and Illinois, and has experience serving on the faculty at Indiana University School of Law.

David H. Lefton

David H. Lefton is a partner at Barron Peck Bennie & Schlemmer, specializing in estate planning, probate, general business services, real estate, litigation, personal injury/wrongful death, and foreclosure. With over 25 years of experience, he has been recognized as an Ohio Super Lawyer and holds the highest ethical and professional ability rating from Martindale-Hubbell. He is also the 2021-2022 Ohio State Bar Association President.

Arthur H. Schlemmer

Arthur H. Schlemmer is a senior trial attorney at Barron Peck Bennie & Schlemmer, specializing in construction law, general business services, litigation, and personal injury/wrongful death cases. With over 40 years at the firm, he has extensive experience trying cases for corporate and individual clients, particularly in motorcycle accident cases due to his personal interest and knowledge.

Cassandra A. Rodríguez

Cassandra A. Rodríguez is the founding partner of Rodriguez & Porter, Ltd. She earned her Juris Doctor from Salmon P. Chase College of Law and completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Cincinnati, majoring in Spanish Studies and minoring in Philosophy. She is bilingual in Spanish and English. Cassandra is licensed to practice law in Ohio, the federal immigration courts (Executive Office of Immigration Review), and the Southern District Federal Court. Her practice focuses on immigration law, including family immigration and deportation defense, as well as criminal law, traffic law, federal criminal law, personal injury, wrongful death, and wills. She has successfully handled complex immigration cases, including I-601 and I-601a provisional waivers, Asylum, and Cancellation of Removal cases, and has won jury trials for serious criminal charges. She is a member of the American Immigration Lawyer's Association and local bar associations.