Buckley King

United States 2025

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Year founded: 1983

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Overview

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Buckley King provides legal support and guidance on traditional to complex business matters in the major industries and areas of business law, finance, corporate, real estate, family law, estate planning/probate administration, and commercial litigation. The Firm fosters a culture in which integrity, transparency, creativity, better solutions, and teamwork is non-negotiable. Buckley King is known for giving straight answers, thinking big picture, hearing clients' needs, providing practical and effective solutions, and completing engagements on time and on budget.

Buckley King has offices in Atlanta, Cleveland, Dayton, and Naples. Our attorneys are admitted in state and federal jurisdictions beyond the borders of our office locations. This unique footprint offers national clients seamless and efficient representation in geographic areas not typically found in mid-sized law firms.

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Firm News

December 1, 2014

Buckley King Attorney, Alan C. Hochheiser, Panel Member Examining "Crawford, Progeny-More than Proofs of Claim on Time-Barred Debt"

November 24, 2014

Attorney Brent Buckley to Moderate "Cybersecurity: Investigation-Prosecution-Prevention"

November 17, 2014

Information Governance: What Every "D&O" Needs to Know

November 3, 2014

Corporate Responsibility of Data Privacy, Protection

October 11, 2014

Creditors' Rights Attorney, Jeffrey Baddeley, Joins Buckley King

Rankings

Buckley King is nationally ranked in 3 practice areas and metro ranked in 13 practice areas. Best Law Firms rankings are based on a rigorous evaluation process.

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National Rankings

Tier 2

Tier 2 for Commercial Litigation

Tier 2 for Financial Services Regulation Law

Tier 3

Tier 3 for Banking and Finance Law

Metro Rankings

Cleveland

Tier 1 for Commercial Finance Law

Tier 1 for Commercial Litigation

Tier 1 for Commercial Transactions / UCC Law

Tier 1 for Financial Services Regulation Law

Tier 1 for Litigation - Municipal

Firm Leadership

Brent M. Buckley

Managing Partner

Rosemary Sweeney

Administrative Partner

About Our Clients

Local, Regional and National Companies
Fortune Companies
Banking and Financial Institutions
Professionals and Professional Service Providers
Private Equity Firms and Other Investment Groups
Real Estate Owners and Developers
Hospitals, Physicians and Physician Groups
Manufacturers, Suppliers and Distributors
Insurance Companies
Hospitality, Restaurants and Retail
Non-Profit Organizations
Educational Institutions
Public-Sector and Governmental Entities
High-Net-Worth Individuals

Highlighted Client Comments

All client comments represent the opinions of the people who provided them. All potential clients are urged to remember that no two cases are ever completely alike and that the result in one case does not guarantee a similar result in another case.

Real Estate Law

From purchasing property to transferring property upon a death to placing real estate in trusts, Buckley King not only handled every situation with care and poise but educated me at each step in each situation. Further, they were very diligent in making sure my interests were protected and kept me appraised of progress throughout. I trust them implicitly.

Chris Vitale

Corporate Law

Moving from an LLC to an Inc. isn't as easy as one would think. Buckley King not only handled this for us but did so with ease and efficiency. There was never a timetable they weren't ahead of nor was there a single deadline missed. Without Buckley King in our corner we would have ceased to be!

Chris Vitale

Commercial Finance Law

My partners and I needed funding for a start up which meant taking on investors. Buckley King walked us through everything from initial approach to SEC filings to bringing it all together so we were able to focus on our business while they handled the finer points of the cap raise. They were thorough and efficient. I cannot speak highly enough of the job they did!

Chris Vitale

Banking and Finance Law

Started a business with partners and investors. Buckley King walked us through start to finish taking the time to thoroughly explain everything to our satisfaction. They were efficient but didn't rush us. First class all the way!

Chris Vitale

Corporate Law

I've depended on their expertise for decades.

Tim Nelson – Redibilt

Commercial Finance Law

Buckley King has extensive expertise in all aspects of commercial finance transactions from asset based lending to project finance providing valued strategies for credits submitted for documentation. Their team approach directed under Rosemary Sweeney's leadership has always provided a solid risk management approach to protect the Lender. Any questions and concerns are addressed with completeness and factual responses. Particular support in acquisition financing has been experienced with recommended solutions for both dealings with the private and public sectors involved. Customized solutions for delivery have always been made available.

Cheryl-Ann Madsen, VP/Commercial Banking – Erie Bank

Banking and Finance Law

Buckley King's expertise in many of the industries I have financed has been always been extensive and very current. Rosemary Sweeney's has supported me throughout the years in many commercial and industrial transactions. She and her team have successfully negotiated with my clients' lawyers to ensure approval terms and conditions are explicitly detailed per the Credit Memos in the documents prepared. Furthermore, Buckley King has always met closing deadlines with thoroughness and total responsiveness.

Cheryl-Ann Madsen, VP/Commercial Banking – Erie Bank

Insurance Law

Counsel possess truly outstanding knowledge of the law and experience.

Richard Alkire, Attorney – Winter Trimacco Co. LPA

Real Estate Law

Although my particular expertise is commercial and industrial, I have worked with Buckley King on real estate matters and project finance and experienced the same expertise in these matters. The risk associated with the construction timeframe and termed portion of a project are mitigated by the construction agreements and the permanent financing or mini-perms agreements drafted.

Commercial Litigation

Excellent firm with very able counsel.

Richard Alkire, Attorney – Winter Trimacco Co. LPA

Criminal Defense: White-Collar

Buckley King and Brent Buckley are great white-collar attorneys. I would definitely refer work to them.

Corporate Law

Buckley King is uniquely staffed to have addressed every issue I've presented them throughout the 30+ years we've been associated.

Tim Nelson – Redibilt

Commercial Litigation

I have referred friends and clients to Buckley King without hesitation given their track record of success and strong engagement protocols. Managing Partner Brent Buckley is highly respected by his peers and is a go-to confidante in complex commercial litigation matters.

Keith Mabee, Group President, Corporate Communications – Falls Communications

Corporate Law

I have worked closely with the attorneys at Buckley King, and found them to be extremely knowledgeable, responsive and helpful. They have great empathy for their clients and really shine as a resource.

Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law

The Buckley King team does a phenomenal job. They are very smart, highly responsive and do a great job for their clients.

Commercial Litigation

Buckley King provided excellent experience combined with reasonable approaches.

Richard Alkire, Attorney – Winter Trimacco Co. LPA

Commercial Litigation

Brent Buckley and the attorneys at Buckley King are sophisticated, pragmatic and professional.

Insurance Law

Buckley King lawyers are well qualified.

Richard Alkire, Attorney – Winter Trimacco Co. LPA

Commercial Litigation

The attorneys at Buckley King do a great job understanding the ins and outs of a case, both factually and legally. Their written work product is excellent and their ability to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of a case is outstanding.

Litigation - Labor and Employment

As a nice addition to supporting our legal requirements, Buckley King provides free employee law training periodically through the year and does an excellent job in training. They have helped us on a couple of complex problems where it could have cost a lot of money and time, and they guided us through a positive and efficient outcome. I would highly recommend them.

Carol Rinder, Vice President of Operations – Mold Rite Plastics

Insurance Law

Buckley King was hired by the insurance company firm to defend us against a significant claim. So far they have been diligent and insightful in the pleadings and preparing our defense. We're still fairly early in the process, but so far I'm impressed.

Alan Rosskamm

Corporate Law

Buckley King is always at the top of my list for law firm referrals given their track record with mutual professionals acquaintances and previous referrals I have provided.

Keith Mabee, Group President, Corporate Communications – Falls Communications

Banking and Finance Law

Brent Buckley, managing partner, is in a league all his own when it comes to strategic legal counsel in the financial services arena. He has successfully partnered with some of the biggest names in banking on both M&A and litigation matters.

Keith Mabee, Group President, Corporate Communications – Falls Communications

Corporate Law

Buckley King is fantastic at every level.

Corporate Law

The Buckley King team does a phenomenal job. The attorneys are very smart, highly responsive and do a great job for their clients.

Litigation - Bankruptcy

The Buckley King team does a phenomenal job. The attorneys are very smart, highly responsive and do a great job for their clients.

Corporate Law

Buckley King is an exceptional support partner for our business.

Jennifer Altstadt, President – Weatherchem Corporation

Commercial Finance Law

Buckley King is an exceptional support partner for our business.

Jennifer Altstadt, President – Weatherchem Corporation

Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law

I love working with the Buckley King bankruptcy group. They are smart, highly efficient, cost effective and very professional. They are very good at finding resolutions that work for all parties, even in tough situations.

Laurence Goddard – The Parkland Group, Inc.

Banking and Finance Law

I have worked with the Buckley King firm for more than 15 year with various financial institutions. During this timeframe, I have been extremely impressed with the firm's responsiveness to the matters at hand, quickly grasping the fundamental issues and providing significant insight to alternative and quick solutions.

Mike Reeves, Principal – LCM Capital Partners, LLC

Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law

The bankruptcy and creditor debtor rights practice area of the Buckley King firm has advised the financial institutions I have worked for more than 15 years. They work with the client to find potential resolutions that provide a win-win situation, all the while ensuring that the client's downside is protected and thinking two, three or four steps ahead to ensure the proper path is taken.

Mike Reeves, Principal – LCM Capital Partners, LLC

Commercial Finance Law

Mike Reeves, Principal – LCM Capital Partners, LLC

Litigation - Banking and Finance

I have worked with the Buckley King firm for more than 15 year with various financial institutions. During this timeframe, I have been extremely impressed with the firm's responsiveness to the matters at hand. They are quick to grasp the fundamental issues and provide significant insight to alternative and quick solutions.

Mike Reeves, Principal – LCM Capital Partners, LLC

Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law

Buckley King lawyers are highly competent, smart, creative and professional.

Laurence Goddard – The Parkland Group, Inc.

Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants

Buckley King lawyers have a good understanding of Med Mal defenses. The firm can develop creative defense strategies. The lawyers are responsive and knowledgeable of cases assigned.

Insurance Law

Buckley King is a well-respected insurance coverage firm.

Commercial Finance Law

Buckley King has long been a very reputable firm headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio. As a commercial lender for over 14 years in this marketplace, the firm has always been dedicated to delivering an outstanding service in a timely and cost-efficient manner. More importantly, the firm's partners are always accessible and are truly hands-on, where other firms normally provide associates with work that is reviewed by partners. This has long been a strong advantage of Buckley King. This, alongside knowledgeable and courtious professionals, makes them a hard firm to beat locally.

Rankings

National Rankings

Tier 2

Tier 2 for Commercial Litigation

Tier 2 for Financial Services Regulation Law

Tier 3

Tier 3 for Banking and Finance Law

Regional Rankings

Cleveland

Tier 1 for Commercial Finance Law

Tier 1 for Commercial Litigation

Tier 1 for Commercial Transactions / UCC Law

Tier 1 for Financial Services Regulation Law

Tier 1 for Litigation - Municipal

Tier 1 for Real Estate Law

Tier 2 for Banking and Finance Law

Tier 2 for Corporate Governance Law

Tier 2 for Corporate Law

Tier 2 for Insurance Law

Tier 2 for Litigation - Banking and Finance

Tier 3 for Public Finance Law

Dayton

Tier 2 for Commercial Litigation

Tier 2 for Trusts and Estates

Practice Areas

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Advertising Law
Appellate Practice
Arbitration
Banking and Finance Law
Bet-the-Company Litigation
Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
Collaborative Law: Family Law
Commercial Finance Law
Commercial Litigation
Commercial Transactions / UCC Law
Construction Law
Copyright Law
Corporate Compliance Law
Corporate Governance Law
Corporate Law
Criminal Defense: White-Collar
Derivatives and Futures Law
Economic Development Law
Education Law
Electronic Discovery and Information Management Law
Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law
Employment Law - Management
Equipment Finance Law
Ethics and Professional Responsibility Law
Family Law
Family Law Arbitration
Family Law Mediation
First Amendment Law
Food and Beverage Law
Government Contracts
Insurance Law
Labor Law - Management
Land Use and Zoning Law
Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants
Leisure and Hospitality Law
Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law
Litigation - Antitrust
Litigation - Banking and Finance
Litigation - Bankruptcy
Litigation - Construction
Litigation - First Amendment
Litigation - Health Care
Litigation - Insurance
Litigation - Intellectual Property
Litigation - Labor and Employment
Litigation - Land Use and Zoning
Litigation - Mergers and Acquisitions
Litigation - Municipal
Litigation - Patent
Litigation - Real Estate
Litigation - Trusts and Estates
Litigation and Controversy - Tax
Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
Media Law
Mediation
Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Military Law
Municipal Law
Nonprofit / Charities Law
Patent Law
Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Privacy and Data Security Law
Private Funds / Hedge Funds Law
Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
Project Finance Law
Public Finance Law
Real Estate Law
Securities / Capital Markets Law
Securitization and Structured Finance Law
Sports Law
Tax Disputes
Tax Law
Technology Law
Trade Secrets Law
Trademark Law
Transportation Law
Trusts and Estates
Venture Capital Law
Workers' Compensation Law - Employers

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America^®

Buckley King has 9 lawyers recognized for individual performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America^®. By receiving this Best Lawyers recognition from their peers for their professional excellence, these lawyers made Buckley King eligible for evaluation for Best Law Firms rankings. For almost two decades, Best Lawyers has awarded these singular accolades, making them the foundation of our Best Law Firms awards. Read more about our Best Lawyers process here.

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Awards

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Super Lawyers Rising Stars
Top Rated Lawyers
Top Ranked Law Firms in the U.S.
Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers
People of Vision Award (Prevent Blindness)
AV-Preeminent Rated (Martindale-Hubbell)
The Best Lawyers in America
Top 50 Lawyers in Cleveland
Go-To Law Firm
Arizona's Finest Lawyers
Leading Lawyers
Corporate Responsibility's prestigious "Legal Who's Who" as one of the top in the nation for high-stakes litigation
The Best Law Firms
Top 100 Lawyers in Ohio
Top 50 Lawyers in Cincinnati
Top Ranked Law Firms in the U.S.
Super Lawyers