THE SOLUTIONS LETTER  
An update from Harrington, Hoppe & Mitchell  |  Spring 2018
FROM OUR BLOG

Grandparents Should Understand Their Rights to Visitation of Their Grandchildren
By Jacqueline M. Johnston
Many people don't realize that grandparents can have rights when it comes to visitation of their grandchildren.
Grandparent visitation and rights have become important issues as, in recent years, grandparents have become increasingly involved with their grandchildren, sometimes caring for them fulltime.  Read more  here .
Bankruptcy Basics: Which Chapter of the Bankruptcy Code Applies?
By Kellie S. Rogers
The U.S. Bankruptcy Code is intended to protect businesses, individuals and creditors, and one of its three chapters is commonly applied in bankruptcy situations -- Chapter 7, Chapter 11 or Chapter 13.  Read more  here .
NEWS ITEMS

Business Transactions Lawyer Abbey Rhein Joins HHM
ABBEY RHEIN,  a business transactions lawyer, joined HHM recently as an associate attorney in the firm's Warren office.  She will support business clients in contract negotiations, contract amendments, reviews and other matters, as well as employment law and compliance issues.  Read more here .
Dutton Named Chair of Akron Children's Hospital Foundation Board
PAUL DUTTON was named chair of the board of directors for the Akron Children's Hospital Foundation. He has served on the board since 2011 and on the Akron Children's Hospital board of directors since 2017. The Foundation supports Akron Children's Hospital, a non-profit provider of healthcare services, primary care and clinical services.  Read more here .
Rogers Elected to Salem Kiwanis Board of Directors
KELLIE ROGERS   was recently elected to a three-term position to serve on the board of directors for the Salem Kiwanis Club. Kiwanis International is a global non-profit organization with community clubs that volunteer time and resources to make a difference in the lives of kids. 
2018 Marks 20th Anniversary of Harrington-Hoppe Merger
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the law firm merger that created HHM. It was 1998 when Harrington & Mitchell of Youngstown and Hoppe, Frey, Hewitt & Milligan of Warren combined to form Harrington, Hoppe & Mitchell, with offices in both cities. Seven lawyers from the Youngstown predecessor firm remain with HHM, along with four from the Warren predecessor. More information about that news can be found in this 1998 Tribune article. Highlights of HHM's history, which dates back to 1834, can be found on the website's History page. 
HHM, Lawyers Support 2018 ATHENA Award Event
These HHM lawyers and their spouses attended the recent ATHENA Awards event at Mr. Anthony's banquet center. The firm was proud to support the event organized by the Youngstown-Warren Regional Chamber. Congratulations to all of the nominees and to the 2018 ATHENA award-winner, Dr. Elisabeth Young.  
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Harrington, Hoppe & Mitchell . Comments and questions can be directed to any of our practice leaders. 
  • Business & Employment: Alan D. Wenger, 330.744.1111 or email.
  • Litigation: Matthew M. Ries, 330.392.1541 or email. 
  • Estate Planning & Probate: Patrick K. Wilson, 330.392.1541 or email.
  • Public Sector: Neil D. Schor, 330.744.1111 or email. 
  • Oil & Gas: Alan D. Wenger, 330.744.1111 or email.
  • Bankruptcy: Neil D. Schor, 330.744.1111 or email. 
  • Social Security & Workers' Compensation: Kellie S. Rogers, 330.337.6586 or email. 
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