Bradley G. "Brad" Haas

Bradley G. 'Brad' Haas: Comprehensive Business Law and Mergers & Acquisitions Attorney in Cincinnati, Ohio

Brian G. Brad Haas is a seasoned attorney with over two decades of experience representing businesses and individuals across the Greater Cincinnati area. His practice encompasses every stage in the life cycle of a business, from formation through mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and transitioning ownership and management to the next generation.

Practice Areas

• Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
• Commercial Litigation
• Corporate Compliance Law
• Corporate Law

Brian frequently works with clients on a variety of matters, including:

Matters Involving Formation, Organizational Structure, and Shareholder Relationships:

• Firm Establishment and Organizational Setup
• Fiduciary Relations and Trusts/Assets Management

Employment Contracts and Employee-Related Issues:

• Workforce Management
• Coverage Agreements, Non-Disclosure, and Non-Solicitation Agreements
• Separation of Employment Contract Terms

Customer/Supplier Contracts:

• Pricing Terms, Credit Limits, and Contractual Obligations with Customers and Suppliers

Business Succession Planning:

• Estate Planning, Including Inheritance Tax Strategies
• Divestitures and Liquidation of Business Assets
• Selling or Buying a Company (Buy-Sell Agreements)

Brian understands that growth and expansion are not always the answer for every business. He has extensive experience in helping clients navigate through divestitures, workouts, and other strategic decisions to ensure the continued vitality of their companies.

Firms

• Katz Teller - Brian serves on the firm's Board of Directors as well as its Administrative, Information Technology, Opinion, and Retirement Plan Committees.

Family-Owned Businesses:

• Brian has extensive experience assisting family-owned businesses through ownership and management transitions to the next generation. He regularly teaches sessions in the Next Generation Institute at the University of Cincinnati's Goering Center for Family and Private Business, where he discusses strategies for successful business succession.

In recognition of his outstanding work in Corporate Law (including Mergers & Acquisitions), Brian has been consistently recognized as a top attorney by Best Lawyers® from 2008 to 2016. He is also listed among the Top Ohio Super Lawyers® by Law & Politics Media, Inc., and was recognized for his contributions in Corporate Compliance Law, Commercial Litigation, Mergers & Acquisitions, and General Corporate matters.

Awards

• Recognized: Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
• Recognized: Commercial Litigation
• Recognized: Corporate Compliance Law
• Recognized: Corporate Law

Education & Credentials

Brian holds a Juris Doctorate from the University of Cincinnati, where he was part of a prestigious legal writing program. He has practiced law in Ohio since 1987 and is currently admitted to practice in all United States Federal Courts.

Languages

• English (Primary)