Maggie Metzinger
About Maggie Metzinger
Maggie Metzinger is a Partner at Frantz Ward LLP, recognized as a 2024 Notable Woman in Law by Crain’s Cleveland Business. With nearly thirty years of legal experience, she specializes in estate planning, probate, and trust administration.
Work at Frantz Ward LLP
Maggie Metzinger serves as a Partner at Frantz Ward LLP, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she focuses on various legal matters, including estate planning, probate, and trust administration. Her extensive experience in law, which spans nearly thirty years, enables her to effectively represent clients in will contests and estate and trust litigation. Additionally, she has been appointed as the new Chair of the firm’s Women’s Initiative, demonstrating her commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion within the legal profession.
Education and Expertise
Maggie Metzinger earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from Hiram College, where she studied from 1983 to 1987. She furthered her education at Cleveland State University - Cleveland-Marshall College of Law, obtaining her Juris Doctor (JD). Her legal expertise encompasses estate planning needs, wrongful death matters, will contests, and guardianships for minors and adults. This educational background supports her proficiency in managing complex legal issues related to estate and trust administration.
Background
Maggie Metzinger has a robust legal background, having worked for nearly three decades in various capacities. Prior to her current role at Frantz Ward LLP, she served as a Senior Associate at Climaco, Wilcox, Peca, Tarantino & Garofoli Co., L.P.A. for 18 years, from 1996 to 2014. She also held the position of Partner at Kadish Hinkel & Weibel from 2017 to 2019. Her career trajectory reflects a sustained commitment to the legal field, particularly in estate planning and litigation.
Achievements
Maggie Metzinger was honored by Crain’s Cleveland Business as a 2024 Notable Woman in Law, recognizing her contributions to the legal profession. She has been quoted in Cleveland Jewish News on topics related to estate planning, showcasing her expertise and thought leadership in this area. Additionally, she has actively participated in community initiatives, serving as a member of the Walk, Rock & Roll Executive Leadership Team for the Diversity Center and volunteering for Camp Ho Mita Koda, which supports children and young adults with Type 1 Diabetes.