Mears, Smith, Houser & Boyle, P.C.  - In the early 1980's, Scott Mears, Sr., and Thomas Smith moved from the law firm of Avra Pershing to establish their own litigation firm.  They were quite successful.

 In 1985, Kim Houser approached the two of them as he had a growing defense and municipal practice.  With combined efforts, the firm became a recognized Trial/Litigation firm.  The firm became a trusted legal consultant for many small regional Corporations. 

Richard Boyle joined the law firm in 1988.  He added to the firm's progress, having exceptional legal research skills and a growing practice.  In 1991, Ken Ficerai joined the firm adding his growing practice and greatly strengthened the Appellate capabilities of the firm.

At this point, the firm had a very large and dynamic base from which it could provide a myriad of legal services.  James Annas joined the firm in 1996. Scott Mears, Jr. joined the firm in 1997.  Both of these young lawyers brought significant energy and propelled the firm to a larger legal service capability addressing the needs of the firm's clients.  I

The firm now has a balanced legal services capability for all its current and future clients' needs.