Witschey Witschey & Firestine Co., LPA
Business Law | Serving Akron, OH
330-576-9770Witschey Witschey & Firestine Co., LPA, a reputable Business Law firm representing clients in the Akron, Ohio area.
Details Attorney David L. Firestine
Attorney Betsy L.B. Hartschuh
Attorney Frank J. Witschey
Attorney Jeffrey T. Witschey
Attorney Brandon Davis
Attorney Mary Jo Morse
Attorney Emily Davis
Committed ♦ Candid ♦ Innovative Counsel
These days, law firms are too often categorized as either transactional or litigation-focused. If you’re a business owner, this may mean hiring one law firm to attend to the services you need (such as business formation or contract review) and another firm to represent you in litigation.
When you hire Witschey Witschey & Firestine Co., LPA, you don’t have to choose. In the areas of business law, real estate law, estate planning and probate, we are a full-service practice that offers both transactional and litigation counsel. This dual focus in each practice area allows us to give clients the most relevant, targeted advice and representation.
Contact us today if you need legal assistance with any of the following:
- Business Transactions & Counsel
- Business & Civil Litigation
- Real Estate Law
- Estate Planning & Probate
Call today at 330-576-9770 to arrange your initial consultation.
Attorney David L. Firestine 
Bar Admissions:
- Ohio
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Ohio
- U.S. Court of Appeals 6th Circuit
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Akron Bar Association (Member)
- Ohio State Bar Association (Member)
- Ohio Municipal Attorneys Association (Member)
Education:
- University of Akron School of Law, Akron, Ohio, 2000
- J.D.
- Baldwin-Wallace College, 1997
- B.A.
- Honors: cum laude
Pro Bono Activities:
- Haven of Rest Ministries, Volunteer
- The Cleveland Clinic Foundation – The Scott Hamilton Cares Initiative 4th Angel Mentoring Program, Volunteer, 2001 to Present
- Baldwin-Wallace College Alumni Advisory Board – Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity, Volunteer, 2002 - 2004
- Fairlawn Country Club – Membership Development Committee, Volunteer, 2009 - 2011
- Greater Akron Chamber of Commerce, Small Business Council Board of Directors, Director, 2004 - 2008
- Greater Akron Chamber of Commerce, Small Business Council Board of Directors, Nominating Committee, 2005 - Present
- Greater Akron Chamber of Commerce, Small Business Council Board of Directors, Nominating Committee, 2006 - Present
- Greater Akron Chamber of Commerce, Greater Akron Chamber Golf Outing Committee Member, 2005 - 2008
- Greater Akron Chamber of Commerce, Greater Akron Chamber Golf Outing Committee Co-Chair, 2009 - Present
- Young Professionals of Akron, Vice-President, 2005 - Present
- Young Professionals of Akron, Vice-President, 2006 - Present
- Young Professionals of Akron, Board of Directors, Member, 2003 - Present
- Young Professionals of Akron, Board of Directors, Member, 2004 - Present
Honors and Awards:
- Selected as an “Super Lawyers – Rising Star” by Law & Politics magazine, 2012 - Present
- Selected as an “Super Lawyers – Rising Star” by Law & Politics magazine, 2013 - Present
- Selected as an “Super Lawyers – Rising Star” by Cincinnati Magazine and Columbus Monthly, 2009 - 2011
- Honored as a “Fellow,” Akron Bar Foundation, 2011
- Greater Akron Chamber “30 for the Future” award recipient , 2007 - Present
- Graduate, Leadership Akron, Class XXIV
- 2025 Super Lawyers Selection
Attorney Betsy L.B. Hartschuh 
Bar Admissions:
- Ohio
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Ohio
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Akron Bar Association (Member)
- Ohio State Bar Association (Member)
Education:
- University of Akron School of Law, Akron, Ohio, 2004
- J.D.
- Honors: cum laude
- Law Review: Akron Law Review, Executive Editor
- College of Wooster, 2001
- B.A.
- Honors: cum laude
Pro Bono Activities:
- Bath United Church of Christ, Member
- Alzheimer’s Association, Gala Committee, Member, 2005-2006
- Greater Akron Professional Society, Co-Founder, 2004
- Greater Akron Professional Society, Steering Committee, Member, 2004 – 2011
- Destination College, Mentor, Volunteer 2006 –2013
- Tri-County Jobs for Ohio Graduates, Board of Directors, 2006 – 2009
- Torchbearers, Service Committee, Chair, 2006-2007
- Torchbearers, Board of Directors, 2007-2009
- Torchbearers, Alumni Steering Committee, 2010 – 2012
- Akron Bar Association, University of Akron Liaison Committee, Member, 2007-2008
- Akron Bar Association, New Lawyer’s Committee, Chair, 2006-2007
- Akron Bar Association, Board of Trustees Ex Officios, 2006-2007
- Akron Bar Association, New Lawyer’s Committee, Vice-Chair, 2005-2006
- President, Board of Directors and Co-Founder, The Akron Children's Museum
Honors and Awards:
- ATHENA Young Professional Award Winner, 2012
- Greater Akron Chamber “30 for the Future” award recipient 2009
- Graduate, Leadership Akron, Class XXVI, President
- Torchbearers Distinguished Alumni Award, 2017
Attorney Frank J. Witschey
Bar Admissions:
- Ohio, 1992
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Ohio, 1992
- U.S. Court of Appeals 6th Circuit
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Ohio
- Supreme Court of the United States of America
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Akron Bar Association (Member)
- Ohio State Bar Association (Member)
Education:
- University of Akron School of Law, Akron, Ohio, 1992
- J.D., Doctor of Jurisprudence
- Honors: cum laude
- Honors: University of Akron Trial Team, 1991-1992
- Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, Ohio, 1989
- B.A.
Pro Bono Activities:
- Sacred Heart Church Parrish Counsel, 2010-2013
- St. Joseph Melkite Catholic Church Finance Council 2005-2012
- Youth Baseball/Basketball Coach
Honors and Awards:
- Outstanding Advocate, Gourley Moot Court Competition, Alleghany County Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association, 1992
- Honored as a “Fellow,” Akron Bar Foundation, 2011
Attorney Jeffrey T. Witschey
Bar Admissions:
- Ohio, 1992
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Ohio, 1992
- U.S. Supreme Court
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Association of Trial Lawyers of America (Member)
- Summit County Trial Lawyers Association (Member)
- Summit County Bar Association (Member)
- American Bar Association (Member)
- Ohio State Bar Association (Member)
- Akron Bar Association (Member)
Education:
- University of Akron School of Law, Akron, Ohio, 1992
- J.D., Doctor of Jurisprudence
- Honors: cum laude
- Honors: University of Akron Trial Team, 1989-1992
- Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, Ohio, 1989
- B.S.B.A., Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Pro Bono Activities:
- Sacred Heart Parish Council, Former Member
- University of Akron Mock Trial Program, Former Coach
- Helping Hands Helping Paws, Inc., Board of Directors, Member
- CYD Coach
Honors and Awards:
- Honored as a “Fellow,” Akron Bar Foundation, 2011
- Super Lawyer Designation
Attorney Brandon Davis
Pro Bono Activities:
- Wadsworth Chamber of Commerce
- Wadsworth Community Television Foundation
Honors and Awards:
- Ohio Super Lawyers Rising Stars® for 2022, 2023, and 2024 in the business/corporate
- 2025 Rising Stars Selection
Attorney Mary Jo Morse
Bar Admissions:
- Ohio
Attorney Emily Davis
Bar Admissions:
- Ohio
Education:
- West Liberty University
- Honors: Women’s Tennis Team to NCAA DII Women’s National Team tournament berths