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BMD Member Bob Hager Receives 2026 St. Thomas More Award

Press Release
November 9, 2026

CLEVELAND, OH – Brennan Manna & Diamond (BMD) is pleased to announce that Member Bob Hager has received the 2026 St. Thomas More Award from the Lawyers Guild of the Catholic Diocese of Cleveland.

The St. Thomas More Award recognizes outstanding personal integrity, professional excellence and community service. Bob has a longstanding connection to the Lawyers Guild, having played an instrumental role in reestablishing the organization with the Reverend A. James Quinn, Auxiliary Bishop of Cleveland, and reinstating the Red Mass in 2001. Bob is also a past president of the Lawyers Guild.

Beyond his work with the Lawyers Guild, Bob has demonstrated a longstanding commitment to his faith and community through service to numerous Catholic and Jesuit organizations. His involvement has included leadership and board service with John Carroll University, the Jesuit Retreat Center and Walsh Jesuit High School.

Named in honor of St. Thomas More, the patron saint of lawyers, the award reflects the values of integrity and service that have defined Bob’s career and community involvement.

Robert A. Hager
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BMD Named to the 2027 Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms"

November 5, 2026Brennan Manna & Diamond (BMD) is recognized among the leading law firms in the nation according to the 2027 Edition of Best Lawyers®  "Best Law Firms." The firm is recognized in the metropolitan areas of Akron, Cleveland, Fort Myers (Bonita Springs office), Jacksonville, and Orlando.Press Release

BMD Expands Litigation Capabilities and Michigan Presence with Addition of Kenneth Williams and Team

September 8, 2026Kenneth Williams and experienced litigation team adds national trial experience, established client relationships, and enhanced insurance, commercial, product liability, and transportation law capabilities to the law firm of Brennan, Manna & Diamond.Press Release

Ohio Super Lawyers® Recognizes 21 Brennan Manna Diamond Attorneys to the 2027 Lists

July 20, 2026Brennan, Manna & Diamond (BMD) celebrates the inclusion of 21 attorneys in the 2027 Ohio Super Lawyers and Ohio Rising Stars lists. This recognition highlights outstanding attorneys through a rigorous evaluation of professional achievement and peer recognition.Press Release

BMD Names Amanda Waesch Akron Office Managing Partner

March 10, 2026Brennan Manna Diamond (BMD) has appointed Amanda Waesch as Office Managing Partner of its Akron office. A longtime member of the firm, Waesch joined BMD in 2006 and currently serves as Vice President and Marketing and Business Development Chair while leading a national healthcare practice. She succeeds Justin Alaburda, who became President of the firm in 2025.Press Release

BMD Welcomes Robyn Hattaway as Of Counsel in Orlando

February 23, 2026Brennan Manna Diamond (BMD) welcomes Robyn Hattaway as Of Counsel in its Orlando office. Licensed in Florida and Georgia, Robyn brings more than 15 years of experience advising businesses, healthcare providers, property owners, and public entities on corporate governance, regulatory matters, transactions, and strategic growth initiatives.
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