Pickrel, Schaeffer and Ebeling

10/09/2026

For more than 20 years, Pickrel, Schaeffer & Ebeling has proudly sponsored the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce Breakfast Briefings.

Today's discussion focused on how strategic investments in downtown Dayton are driving economic development, attracting visitors, and creating new opportunities for our region.

Featured speakers Pam Plageman, Executive Director/CEO of the Montgomery County Convention Facilities Authority, and Dave Williams, an experienced real estate development and urban revitalization professional, shared insights into the redevelopment of Dayton's convention and entertainment district.

From the Dayton Convention Center's recently completed $45 million renovation to ongoing redevelopment initiatives, the conversation highlighted the importance of public-private partnerships, continued investment, and a vibrant downtown in strengthening our regional economy.

PSE is proud to support conversations that help shape Dayton's future.

10/07/2026

A Fall Visit Can Open the Door to Planning With Aging Parents

Spending time with aging parents can be a natural opportunity to talk about the future—and make sure their wishes are understood and documented.

Consider whether they have essential estate planning documents in place, including a current will, financial power of attorney, and health care power of attorney. If they already have a plan, it may be time to review it. Are the right people still named? Does someone they trust know where the documents are stored? Have health, financial, or family circumstances changed?

A thoughtful conversation today can help bring peace of mind for the future.

To discuss your family's estate planning needs, contact PSE attorney Jacob Frizado at 937-223-1130 or [email protected].

10/06/2026

Pickrel, Schaeffer & Ebeling Welcomes Caitlin Archibald as Associate Attorney in the Business Department.

Pickrel, Schaeffer & Ebeling (PSE) is pleased to announce that Caitlin Archibald has joined the firm as an Associate Attorney in the Business Department. Caitlin focuses her practice on general business law, commercial and transactional matters, corporate law, contracts, and municipal law. Caitlin e...

09/30/2026

Buying a Home Starts With More Than The Listing. Contact PSE before you sign to discuss your home purchase.

A home can look perfect online and still come with questions the photos cannot answer. If you are house hunting this fall, remember the listing shows only part of what you are buying. Legal documents determine your rights, obligations, and what happens if the transaction doesn’t go as planned. Sta...

09/21/2026

IRS Increases Mileage Reimbursement Rate for Second Half of 2026

The IRS has announced an increase to the Business Standard Mileage Rate for the second half of 2026. Beginning July 1, 2026, the rate increased from 72.5 cents to 76 cents per mile. The mid-year adjustment reflects recent fuel price increases and may affect employer reimbursements, tax deductions, a...

09/11/2026

PSE has proudly sponsored the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce Breakfast Briefings for over 20 years.

Today, Matthew Owen, Vice President of Operations at United Alloy, Inc., shared how the company is advancing operational excellence through innovation, efficiency, quality, and workforce development. Attendees gained insights into the strategies supporting United Alloy's growth and strengthening the Dayton region's manufacturing sector.

Matthew Owen is a senior operations executive with extensive leadership experience across the industrial manufacturing and aerospace sectors. Currently serving as Vice President of Operations at United Alloy, Inc., he leads large-scale manufacturing operations with full P&L responsibility, driving performance through disciplined ex*****on, lean transformation, and continuous improvement.

A U.S. Air Force veteran, Matthew holds an MBA from Auburn University and a Bachelor's degree from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Throughout his career, he has held key leadership roles at organizations including RTX (Raytheon Technologies) and Collins Aerospace, where he built a reputation for operational excellence, strategic growth, and developing high-performing teams. He has been appointed to executive leadership roles multiple times, reflecting a consistent track record of delivering results in complex, high-demand environments.

A strong advocate for lean principles and data-driven decision-making, Matthew specializes in scaling operations, optimizing processes, and aligning organizations to achieve sustainable growth. His work spans continuous improvement deployment, cost transformation, and operational strategy across diverse manufacturing platforms. Based in the Dayton region, Matthew actively engages in advancing regional industry, supports business innovation, and contributes to the broader manufacturing community.

09/11/2026

PSE has proudly sponsored the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce Breakfast Briefings for over 20 years.

Today, Matthew Owen, Vice President of Operations at United Alloy, Inc., shared how the company is advancing operational excellence through innovation, efficiency, quality, and workforce development. Attendees gained insights into the strategies supporting United Alloy's growth and strengthening the Dayton region's manufacturing sector.

Matthew Owen is a senior operations executive with extensive leadership experience across the industrial manufacturing and aerospace sectors. Currently serving as Vice President of Operations at United Alloy, Inc., he leads large-scale manufacturing operations with full P&L responsibility, driving performance through disciplined ex*****on, lean transformation, and continuous improvement.

A U.S. Air Force veteran, Matthew holds an MBA from Auburn University and a Bachelor's degree from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Over the course of his career, he has held key leadership roles at organizations including RTX (Raytheon Technologies) and
Collins Aerospace, where he built a reputation for operational excellence, strategic growth, and developing high-performing teams. He has been appointed to executive leadership roles multiple times, reflecting a consistent track record of delivering results in complex, high-demand environments.

A strong advocate for lean principles and data-driven decision-making, Matthew specializes in scaling operations, optimizing processes, and aligning organizations to achieve sustainable growth. His work spans continuous improvement deployment, cost transformation, and operational strategy across diverse manufacturing platforms. Based in the Dayton region, Matthew actively engages in advancing regional industry, supports business innovation, and contributes to the broader manufacturing community.

09/01/2026

Without a Healthcare Power of Attorney, who makes medical decisions for you when you can't?

Most people assume their spouse or adult children can automatically make medical decisions if they become incapacitated. In Ohio, that’s not always the case. A Healthcare Power of Attorney allows you to appoint someone you trust to make medical decisions on your behalf if you’re unable to commun...

08/27/2026

Can an Employee Be Fired for What They Post on Social Media? When in doubt, contact the attorneys at PSE for counsel.

08/20/2026

PSE Lawyers Among The Best Lawyers In America® 2027

Pickrel, Schaeffer & Ebeling is pleased to announce that three of its attorneys have been selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® 2027 edition in their practice areas.

John Clough, Partner & Dept. Chair
-Trusts & Estates

Alan B. Schaeffer
-Municipal Law
-Real Estate Law

Jeff Senney
-Closely Held Companies & Family Businesses Law
-Tax Law

Pickrel, Schaeffer & Ebeling is pleased to announce that three of its attorneys have been selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® 2027 edition in their practice areas. John Clough, Partner & Dept. Chair Trusts & Estates Alan B. Schaeffer Municipal Law Real Estate Law J...