M. Elizabeth Lisa Monihan

M. Elizabeth Lisa Monihan

Litigation - Trusts and Estates

5.0 (1 reviews)
Cleveland, Ohio
41+ years experience
Schneider Bell
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One Cleveland Center, Suite 900, 1375 East Ninth Street, Cleveland, OH 44114
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Bio

Lisa Monihan is a Partner in the Trusts & Estates Practice Group, and she also serves as a practice group co- coordinator. Her practice is focused on wealth transfer planning for individuals and fiduciaries, including income, gift, estate, and generation-skipping transfer tax planning; trust and estate administration; multi-generational family issues; retirement planning; succession planning for closely-held businesses; and charitable planning.A client once told Lisa that the decision to hire her was made because “[she] really listened to what I had to say; the other lawyers I interviewed were too busy trying to impress me with how smart they were.” Lisa establishes personal, long-term relationships with her clients and guides them through the legal, tax, financial, and family issues in their unique situations with empathy and compassion.Lisa is a frequent speaker to professional and community groups on estate planning and related topics. Lisa Monihan is a Partner in the Trusts & Estates Practice Group, and she also serves as a practice group co- coordinator. Her practice is focused on wealth transfer planning for individuals and fiduciaries, including income, gift, estate, and generation-skipping transfer tax planning; trust and estate administration; multi-generational family issues; retirement planning; succession planning for closely-held businesses; and charitable planning.A client once told Lisa that the decision to hire her was made because “[she] really listened to what I had to say; the other lawyers I interviewed were too busy trying to impress me with how smart they were.” Lisa establishes personal, long-term relationships with her clients and guides them through the legal, tax, financial, and family issues in their unique situations with empathy and compassion.Lisa is a frequent speaker to professional and community groups on estate planning and related topics. Lisa Monihan is a Partner in the Trusts & Estates Practice Group, and she also serves as a practice group co- coordinator. Her practice is focused on wealth transfer planning for individuals and fiduciaries, including income, gift, estate, and generation-skipping transfer tax planning; trust and estate administration; multi-generational family issues; retirement planning; succession planning for closely-held businesses; and charitable planning. A client once told Lisa that the decision to hire her was made because “[she] really listened to what I had to say; the other lawyers I interviewed were too busy trying to impress me with how smart they were.” Lisa establishes personal, long-term relationships with her clients and guides them through the legal, tax, financial, and family issues in their unique situations with empathy and compassion. Lisa is a frequent speaker to professional and community groups on estate planning and related topics.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Ohio

State Capital

Columbus

Highest Court

Ohio Supreme Court

Bar Association

Ohio State Bar Association

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$225-$425/hr

Fee Model Notes

Estate planning often uses flat-fee packages, while probate disputes tend to be hourly.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Litigation - Trusts and Estates

Awards & Recognition

  • Lawyer of the Year: Tax Law, Cleveland (2024)
  • Lawyer of the Year: Trusts and Estates, Cleveland (2023)
  • Recognized: Litigation - Trusts and Estates
  • Recognized: Tax Law
  • Recognized: Trusts and Estates
  • Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent®
  • Ranked in Chambers High Net Worth: Private Wealth Law, 2018-present
  • Selected to the Ohio Super Lawyers® list: 2006-presentTop 50: Women Ohio Super Lawyers list: 2024-2026Top 25: Women Cleveland Super Lawyers list: 2024
  • Top 50: Women Ohio Super Lawyers list: 2024-2026
  • Top 25: Women Cleveland Super Lawyers list: 2024
  • Crain's 2022 Notables In Law
  • Accredited Estate Planner® - National Association of Estate Planners & Councils
  • Distinguished Estate Planner; awarded in 2013 by The Estate Planning Council of Cleveland

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2018

Education

  • Cleveland Marshall College of Law, J.D., graduated 1984
  • John Carroll University, B.S., Economics, graduated 1979

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Reviews

M

Michelle Rivera

3 months ago

A Masterful Guide Through Complex Estate Planning

After my father's passing, my siblings and I faced a daunting and emotionally charged probate process complicated by a blended family and a contested trust. Lisa Monihan was our anchor. Her 41 years of experience, particularly her deep focus on trusts and estates, were immediately evident. She expertly navigated the litigation threats while preserving family relationships, a testament to her recognition in both planning and dispute resolution. Lisa explained complex tax implications with clarity, directly applying the expertise that earned her those 'Lawyer of the Year' honors. Her strategic guidance from Schneider Bell resulted in a harmonious and efficient settlement. She is not just a brilliant attorney; she is a compassionate counselor who protects both your assets and your peace.

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