Our Pledge

To support you with responsive, intelligent counsel and understanding while fiercely defending your interests.
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Our Firm

Legal Solutions Tailored to You

We strive to display these qualities in every interaction with our clients. The law firm of Foos & Lentz (formerly Gottschlich & Portune, LLP) has been invested in the Dayton community for more than 20 years.

If you entrust us with your legal matters, we promise to serve you with dedication, responsiveness, approachability, and dynamism.

Dedicated

Unwavering commitment to you, our client, is our top priority at F&L.

Responsive

We are proud to offer you the timely and efficient service you deserve.

Approachable

Our goal is to ensure you feel that you have an ally in your legal matters.

Dynamic

We are always ready to shift gears, changing our approach with your needs.

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Our Services

Areas of Practice

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Business Litigation

Our experienced lawyers are committed to defending your business interests, having successfully litigated cases involving breach of contract, partner and shareholder disputes, breach of fiduciary duty, and more. We also handle issues related to corporate governance, investments, real estate, and fraud.

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Labor and Employment Law

Businesses and select individuals look to us for legal advice and representation on employee matters such as wage-and-hour issues, difficult terminations, charges of discrimination, labor disputes, safety investigations, and non-compete agreements. We know how to avoid problems – and we defend when allegations are made.

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Personal Injury and Professional Malpractice

An injury can turn your life upside down. Grappling with financial stress during your recovery only compounds the turmoil. If another person’s negligence caused your injury, even if that person is a doctor or other professional, we will work diligently to get the compensation you are owed to meet your needs and chart a path forward.

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Corporate Law

We represent business clients in all types of commercial matters. We draft and help enforce business contracts. We litigate aggressively and achieve outstanding results when it matters most. Our lawyers are well-rounded with real-world experience in the many areas of law that businesses face. We give our clients individualized attention.

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Probate and Estate Law

We represent business clients in all types of commercial matters. We draft and help enforce business contracts. We litigate aggressively and achieve outstanding results when it matters most. Our lawyers are well-rounded with real-world experience in the many areas of law that businesses face. We give our clients individualized attention.

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Small Business Center

We represent business clients in all types of commercial matters. We draft and help enforce business contracts. We litigate aggressively and achieve outstanding results when it matters most. Our lawyers are well-rounded with real-world experience in the many areas of law that businesses face. We give our clients individualized attention.

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Our Team

Here to Serve

All of us at Foos & Lentz have a simple goal: To be there when you need us. The law can be intimidating. We are here to guide you every step of the way.

Our Founders

Gary Gottschlich &
Buzz Portune

Gary Gottschlich and Robert E. “Buzz” Portune founded Gottschlich & Portune, LLP in 1997. Their hard work and dedication formed the foundation we build on today. We are honored to carry on their legacy advocating for businesses and individuals in the Dayton community and beyond.

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Marty Foos went the extra mile for me and my company which allowed me to continue my livelihood and gave me peace of mind without forcing the matter to court. I am extremely pleased with his professionalism and attention to my needs.

John West
Dayton, Ohio

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Gottschlich & Portune, LLP is now the law firm of Foos & Lentz. We look forward to working with you regarding your legal needs.