Sebaly Shillito + Dyer - Dayton, OH
Sebaly Shillito + Dyer, A Legal Professional Association is an elite full-service business, commercial litigation, and corporate law firm in Dayton, Ohio. Established in 1986 by Jon Sebaly, Beverly Shillito, and Jim Dyer, the firm pairs large-firm sophistication with boutique responsiveness, advising Fortune 500 enterprises, regional institutions, and closely held private businesses across the Miami Valley and nationwide as a member of the global Meritas alliance.
Premier Business Law, Corporate Transactions, and Litigation in Dayton
Operating a thriving enterprise in today competitive commercial environment demands forward-thinking legal strategy and decisive courtroom capability. Sebaly Shillito + Dyer has served as trusted corporate counsel and litigation trial attorneys in Dayton, Ohio since 1986. Operating from its headquarters at 220 East Monument Avenue, the firm delivers the legal firepower of a national practice with the direct partner attention of an independent firm. Whether your corporation needs to hire an attorney for complex mergers and acquisitions or you need a lawyer immediately to handle high-stakes commercial litigation or employment disputes, Sebaly Shillito + Dyer provides sophisticated counsel to achieve commercial objectives.
Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions, and Commercial Contracts
The firm acts as general outside counsel for emerging enterprises, middle-market manufacturers, financial lenders, and healthcare systems. The corporate team advises leadership on strategic corporate milestones:
- Business formation, capitalization structuring, corporate governance, and shareholder operating agreements
- Mergers, acquisitions, corporate divestitures, asset sales, and private equity investments
- Commercial contract drafting, technology licensing, vendor master agreements, and distribution frameworks
- Commercial real estate acquisitions, zoning variances, environmental due diligence, and leasing
- Antitrust compliance, securities offerings, corporate restructuring, and commercial finance
High-Stakes Business Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution
When business disputes escalate into court proceedings, Sebaly Shillito + Dyer deploys seasoned trial lawyers who advocate vigorously in state and federal courts across the United States. The litigation team handles complex breach of contract claims, shareholder derivative actions, intellectual property and trade secret misappropriation, corporate governance conflicts, and products liability claims. Recognizing the expense and distraction of protracted trials, the firm actively explores innovative alternative dispute resolution to protect commercial assets.
Labor and Employment Defense and Estate Planning
The firm labor and employment department defends employers before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the Ohio Civil Rights Commission against wrongful termination, wage and hour claims, and workplace discrimination allegations. In addition, the firm private client group provides comprehensive estate planning, succession planning for family-owned businesses, revocable living trusts, and probate litigation representation to protect wealth across generations.
Global Capabilities Through the Meritas Alliance
As the Dayton representative for Meritas, an invitation-only worldwide alliance of independent commercial law firms, Sebaly Shillito + Dyer gives regional businesses seamless access to top-tier legal talent across all 50 states and over 90 countries. With 14 attorneys recognized on Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists, the firm blends international reach with deep roots in the Dayton community. When your business needs to find a lawyer who delivers sophisticated legal solutions, contact Sebaly Shillito + Dyer at (937) 222-2500 to discuss your legal needs.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Situated in the scenic Water Street District of downtown Dayton, directly overlooking RiverScape MetroPark and the Great Miami River.
Building Location
Housed on the top floor of the prestigious CareSource Ballpark Village Building, a modern five-story Class A office building constructed in 2002. It stands directly across from the RiverScape MetroPark and Day Air Ballpark.
Parking Details
Visitors can take advantage of free on-site parking within the attached parking garage, which offers direct access to each floor. Public metered spaces are also available along Patterson Boulevard.
Public Transit
Served by Greater Dayton RTA Route 12 (Eastown Hub); nearest stop is at Monument @ Patterson.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter through the secure main entrance of the CareSource Ballpark Village building at 220 E Monument Avenue. Take the elevators in the lobby up to the fifth floor to reach the offices of Sebaly Shillito + Dyer in Suite 500.