Schneider Smeltz Spieth Bell LLP
Schneider Smeltz Spieth Bell LLP is a Cleveland-based law firm founded in 2016, specializing in areas such as trusts and estates, family law, business law, and litigation. With a team of 46, the firm has received numerous accolades, including recognition in the Best Lawyers and Super Lawyers lists.
Company Overview
Schneider Smeltz Spieth Bell LLP is a law firm established in 2016 through the merger of two historic Cleveland law firms. The firm operates as a partnership and employs a team of 46 professionals, classifying it as a small business. Its headquarters are located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm focuses on delivering client service by providing innovative solutions to complex legal issues.
Legal Services Offered
The firm specializes in various areas of law, including Trusts and Estates, Family Law, Business Law, Litigation, Taxation, Real Estate, Corporate Law, and Nonprofit Law. It is recognized for having one of the largest trusts and estates practice groups in Ohio. The firm provides comprehensive legal services tailored to meet the diverse needs of its clients.
Recognition and Awards
Schneider Smeltz Spieth Bell LLP has received numerous accolades, including recognition in the 2024 edition of Best Law Firms® in 11 practice areas. The firm has 25 lawyers acknowledged in the 2025 editions of The Best Lawyers in America® and the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America. Additionally, 10 attorneys have been selected for the 2024 Ohio Super Lawyers® list, and nine attorneys have been named to the 2024 Ohio Rising Stars list.
Professional Affiliations
The firm is a member of Primerus, a society of independent boutique law firms, and has been part of the International Society of Primerus Law Firms since 2005. The attorneys at Schneider Smeltz Spieth Bell LLP are actively involved in various legal and business associations, demonstrating leadership within the profession and community.
History and Experience
With a history dating back to 1867, Schneider Smeltz Spieth Bell LLP has a long-standing tradition in the legal field. The firm was formed by merging two of Cleveland’s oldest law firms, Schneider, Smeltz, Ranney & LaFond PLL and Spieth, Bell, McCurdy & Newell Co., L.P.A. This merger has allowed the firm to leverage a wealth of experience and expertise across multiple legal disciplines.