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RCO Law Recognized in 2027 Edition of Best Law Firms®

November 05, 2026

RCO Law is pleased to announce that it has been recognized in the 2027 edition of Best Law Firms®. The firm received several regional rankings across five practice areas.

Rankings are the result of a research process that incorporates client feedback, peer evaluations, interviews with industry leaders, and an in-depth analysis of firm data. Recognition reflects a firm's professional excellence and the quality of its client service.

" We are honored to be recognized again this year. This achievement reflects the dedication of our attorneys and staff and the trust our clients place in us." said Peter Lavalette, managing partner.

This year's recognition includes:

  • Appellate Practice — Regional Tier 1, Toledo
  • Commercial Litigation — Regional Tier 2, Toledo
  • Corporate Law — Regional Tier 2, Toledo
  • Employment Law – Management — Regional Tier 2, Toledo
  • Litigation - Labor and Employment — Regional Tier 2, Toledo

About RCO Law

Client-centered, collaborative, and principled are the core values on which RCO Law was built and continue to drive the firm’s commitment to exceptional service and value. RCO Law is privileged to serve Toledo and the surrounding communities as we have for more than 150 years.

On January 1, 2027, RCO Law and Marshall & Melhorn will be serving the region as Marshall Curphey. The new Marshall Curphey will be a general practice law firm serving northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan with attorneys licensed to practice across nine states. The firm serves individuals, families, non-profits, and businesses across a broad range of legal matters.

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RCO Law Recognized in 2027 Edition of Best Law Firms®

November 05, 2026

RCO Law is pleased to announce that it has been recognized in the 2027 edition of Best Law Firms®. The firm received several regional rankings across five practice areas. Rankings are the result of a research process that incorporates client feedbac ...

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Local Law Firms Join Forces

October 13, 2026

For more than 150 years, RCO Law (formerly Robison, Curphey & O’Connell) and Marshall Melhorn have each contributed to the strength of the region and the legal community across northwest Ohio. Today, that history serves as a foundation, not somet ...

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The 2027 results are in! Best Law Firms® releases this year's rankings

August 20, 2026

RCO Law is once again proud to recognize several attorneys with a longstanding history of achievement, and one newcomer to the list who has earned her place among recipients on the 2027 edition of the Best Lawyers® in America ranking. As a firm, RCO ...

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