History

The law firm of Amer Cunningham Co., L.P.A. has deep roots in Akron, Ohio. It is a descendant of the late-nineteenth-century firm of Green, Grant & Sieber, led in part by Akron real estate developer and Republican politician George Sieber, who joined the firm in 1891.

In 1920, Bernard J. Amer, one of the founding partners of the modern-day Amer Cunningham Co., L.P.A, joined Sieber as a partner in the law offices of Sieber, Sieber & Amer. Twelve years later, during the Great Depression, Amer formed an association with Michael Sophrin. In 1933, they were joined by Ernest L. Cunningham, who had begun his practice with the law firm of Mottinger & Evans and then established his own office.

When Sophrin died in 1938, the firm, then known as Amer, Cunningham & Sophrin, began to expand. By the time of Cunningham’s death in 1971, the firm had become Amer, Cunningham, Cunningham & Brennan. The firm became Amer Cunningham Brennan Co., L.P.A. when the group incorporated that year.

Late 19th Century

Green, Grant & Sieber

Green, Grant & Sieber, a law firm in Akron, Ohio, is established. George Sieber, a prominent Akron real estate developer and Republican politician, joins the firm in 1891.

1920

Partners Were Made

In 1920, Bernard J. Amer, one of the founding partners of the modern-day Amer Cunningham Co., L.P.A, joined Sieber as a partner in the law offices of Sieber, Sieber & Amer.

1932

The Beginning

In 1932, Bernard J. Amer’s alliance with Michael Sophrin ignites a promising collaboration, blending talents and vision for a brighter future.

1933

Building a Team

In 1933, Ernest L. Cunningham, with prior experience at Mottinger & Evans and his own practice, joins forces with Amer and Sophrin, forging a formidable legal team with diverse expertise.

1938

A New Identity Is Formed

In 1938, spurred by significant growth, the firm rebrands to Amer, Cunningham & Sophrin, elegantly highlighting their growing legal proficiency and unparalleled capabilities.

1971

Dawn Of a New Era

In 1971, Amer Cunningham & Sophrin transforms into Amer, Cunningham, Cunningham & Brennan. After Ernest L. Cunningham’s passing, they incorporate as Amer Cunningham Brennan Co., L.P.A.

1987

Expanding Our Footprint

In 1987, Amer Cunningham Brennan Co., L.P.A. relocated to its current downtown Akron site, previously housing Sieber, Sieber & Amer in the 1920s.

2023

100+ Years of Experience

In 2023, the firm provides counsel and representation to manufacturers, businesses, lenders, developers, entrepreneurs, and government entities.