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Stephanie M. Chmiel and Peter E. Jones have joined the law firm Thompson Hine LLP as associates in the firm’s Columbus office.

Chmiel, a member of the firm’s Business Litigation group, focuses her practice on civil litigation matters in state and federal courts, including product liability, consumer protection, unfair trade practices, tort and commercial disputes. She formerly was an associate with

Jones Day. Her pro bono experience includes drafting a habeas petition to the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals on behalf of an indigent prisoner, drafting and arguing appellate briefs on behalf of the Kings County District Attorney’s Office and drafting an appeal to the Board of Immigration Appeals on behalf of a Tibetan monk.

On joining the firm, Chmiel says, “Thompson Hine’s breadth and depth of experience, along with their commitment to client service, as evidenced by their Client Service Pledge, sets them apart from other firms. I’m pleased to be a part of Thompson Hine.”


Chmiel earned her J.D. from Cornell University and her B.A., magna cum laude, from Miami University. She is admitted to practice in New York, Pennsylvania and before the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania.

Jones, also a member of the Business Litigation group, was formerly an associate with Squire Sanders. He focuses his practice on general litigation and political law compliance, including commercial litigation, product liability and First Amendment issues. Jones counsels individuals, businesses and public entities on compliance with government ethics, lobbying regulations and campaign finance-related matters at both the state and federal levels. During law school, Jones was an extern for The Honorable Jeffrey S. Sutton of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit. Prior to entering law school, Jones taught high school English.

“By joining Thompson Hine’s business litigation practice, I can expand my ability to provide excellent service to my clients,” says Jones. “I am excited about the new opportunities I have with Thompson Hine.”


Jones earned his J.D., summa cum laude, from Capital University and his B.A. from Bradley University. He is admitted to practice in Ohio.

Bill Jacobs, who heads the firm’s Business Litigation group, states, “We are very pleased to add Stephanie and Peter to our group. Each brings a unique background that strengthens our group. Their experience will help further our ability to do our best work for clients every day.”


Columbus office partner-in-charge Tony White adds, “Stephanie and Peter are both strong additions to our Columbus office. We’re glad to have them at Thompson Hine.”


About Thompson Hine LLP: Established in 1911, Thompson Hine is a business law firm dedicated to providing superior client service. The firm has been recognized as one of the Best Corporate Law Firms in America (in an annual survey of corporate directors conducted by Corporate Board Member magazine). With approximately 400 lawyers, Thompson Hine serves premier businesses worldwide. The firm has offices in Atlanta, Brussels, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Dayton, New York and Washington, D.C. For more information, go to www.ThompsonHine.com : .

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