Carey, Kondalski and Lefevre Join Firm

7/7/11

Eastman & Smith Ltd. is pleased to announce that it has affiliated with attorneys formerly practicing at Watkins, Bates & Carey LLP of Toledo, adding to its commercial litigation, employment and estate planning practice areas.

This new relationship will enhance Eastman & Smith's existing expertise, particularly in commercial litigation, as the Firm continues to grow by partnering with talented, hardworking attorneys with established practices.

Joining Eastman & Smith are John M. Carey, a local attorney who is well known and highly respected in the area of commercial litigation; Kimberly S. Kondalski , who focuses on employment law; and Jared J. Lefevre whose practice concentrates in the areas of business and commercial litigation. Ann M. McCauley joined Eastman & Smith earlier this year and helped to facilitate the affiliation.

Eastman welcomes Mr. Carey, Ms. Kondalski and Mr. Lefevre to the Firm.