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Cincinnati is widely known for its impressive collection of historic architecture and for having one of the largest historic districts listed on the National Register of Historic Places, located in the city’s Over-the-Rhine district (or “OTR,” as it’s been locally dubbed). Cincinnati is home to 10 Fortune 500 companies, including consumer giants Kroger, Macy’s and Procter & Gamble.

The Cincinnati office provides full-service business and tax counsel, and handles litigation for organizations of all sizes, including Fortune 500 companies. Our attorneys help clients close deals, manage risks, and evaluate and quickly act on new opportunities. We provide transactional, litigation, estate planning, tax and employee benefits, and economic development advice to clients across a variety of industries and business sectors.

The work performed by this office aligns with the city’s diversified economic base, and includes serving clients in banking, finance, manufacturing and health care, among other sectors.

Our Cincinnati lawyers been ranked in Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business;  selected for inclusion in Ohio Super Lawyers lists of top lawyers and rising stars; and recognized in The Best Lawyers in America.

Recognition

Dentons recognized among “Best Law Firms” by U.S. News - Best Lawyers in 2025 rankings

November 7, 2024

Dentons’ US Region has been honored with 410 rankings in the latest U.S. News - Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” survey, highlighting the Firm’s dedication to legal excellence and exceptional client service.

Insights

Vereins and Virtues: Serving Clients In Local Communities and Around the World

March 4, 2020

Referring to a law firm, accounting firm, or other organization as a “verein” doesn’t tell you much by itself.  It’s like characterizing an organization as “tax exempt.”  While that describes a particular organizational structure, the definition ignores every other aspect of the organization’s mission, purpose, and culture.