Serious about Results

The law firm of Waite, Schneider, Bayless & Chesley has earned a world-renowned reputation as the place to turn to for civil litigation. Led by Stanley M. Chesley, the firm has achieved outstanding results for individuals, large and small public and private companies, public retirement funds, and governmental agencies. It has successfully challenged formidable opponents such as the federal government, pharmaceutical giants, Big Tobacco, and many others.

 We develop individualized, unique case strategies for both individual and complex case management with the goal of reducing litigation risks and enhancing the probability of satisfactory outcomes. From the earliest concept of national multiparty lawsuits, to the use of corporate law and antitrust theories for its business clients, the firm’s successes have been noted throughout the United States. We strive to provide leading edge legal services. Learn more about some of Waite, Schneider, Bayless & Chesley’s major cases.

Tackling Antitrust and Securities Fraud Litigation

While class and private actions initially established the firm as a leader in the profession, Waite, Schneider, Bayless & Chesley excels in other practice areas as well. In recent years, the firm has been recognized for its expertise in addressing  complex corporate governance challenges and in antitrust and securities fraud litigation. The firm has represented a number of prominent institutional investors in securities fraud litigation.

Attorneys Working for You

With 19 experienced attorneys, Waite, Schneider, Bayless & Chesley stands strong as Cincinnati’s oldest law firm in continuous operation. An AV rated firm, we continue to work hard to maintain our clients’ trust. The firm now offers two locations since the recent addition of its Columbus, Ohio, office, headed by Ohio’s former attorney general, Jim Petro.