Matthew W. Onest is an accomplished attorney at Krugliak, Wilkins, Griffiths & Dougherty Co., L.P.A., specializing in energy, business, and real estate litigation. With extensive trial and appellate experience across Ohio state and federal courts, he stands out for his focused representation of landowners, manufacturers, businesses, and energy companies in complex civil disputes.
As Chairman of the firm’s oil and gas practice group, Matthew offers strategic counsel and vigorous advocacy in administrative proceedings, arbitration, and litigation. His practice is distinguished by deep expertise in mineral rights, contract negotiation, and title issues, making him a trusted advisor for clients navigating high-stakes legal challenges in the energy and real estate sectors.
Services Offered
- Environmental Law
- Real Estate Law
- Oil, Gas & Mineral Law
- Litigation
- Appellate Law
- Business Law
- Eminent Domain
- Real Estate Litigation
- Title Law
- Zoning/Land Use
- Construction Law
- Creditors’ Rights & Corporate Bankruptcy Law
- Commercial Leasing
- Acquisition and Sales Agreements
- Banking and Project Financing
- Oil & Gas Leasing and Easements
- Mineral Ownership
- Environmental Issues
- Oil & Gas Litigation
- Collections Law
- Contract Litigation
- Estate Planning
- Elder Law
- Business Succession Planning
- Wills
- Trusts
- Powers of Attorney
- Employment Law
- Employment Defense Litigation
- Workers’ Compensation Law
- Tax Law
Matthew is licensed to practice in Ohio and multiple federal districts, and he is an active member of several bar associations and professional organizations, including the Energy & Mineral Law Foundation and the National Association of Royalty Owners. He has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® and frequently presents on oil, gas, and real estate topics.
