Scott Opincar recognized on Legal 500’s Ohio Elite Focus list

May 29, 2025

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McDonald Hopkins is proud to announce that attorney Scott Opincar has been recognized on The Legal 500’s US Ohio Elite List. This honor highlights his exceptional finance and restructuring industry knowledge and outstanding client service.

Legal 500, a London-based legal research company, has released this new list for the purpose of highlighting key practitioners throughout the U.S. Compiled through extensive research and interviews, the list is based on firm submissions and interviews with legal practitioners.

Scott is a key member of the Strategic Advisory and Restructuring Department and serves as Chair of the Franchise, Licensing and Distribution Practice Group at McDonald Hopkins. He has a strong track record in complex Chapter 11 reorganizations, representing debtors, creditors’ committees, and secured lenders across a range of industries, including metals, steel, and automotive. Scott is particularly known for his ability to navigate high-stakes financial challenges, especially in franchise bankruptcies.

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Scott Opincar recognized on Legal 500’s Ohio Elite Focus list

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