Our Team
Trigilio, Stephenson & Dattilo, P.L.L.
Practice & Professional Experience
Professional Experience
Brian focuses his practice in estate planning, probate of decedent’s estates, residential and commercial real estate, residential and commercial landlord-tenant, debt collection, Chapter 7 bankruptcy, personal injury and business and corporate matters.
Brian is a dedicated estate planning attorney committed to helping individuals and families protect what matters most. With a focus on creating personalized, strategic plans, he guides clients through wills, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, and more — ensuring that their wishes are honored and their loved ones are cared for. Known for his thoughtful approach and attention to detail, Brian believes that estate planning is not just about legal documents — it’s about peace of mind. He takes the time to listen, understand each client’s unique goals, and develop solutions that are tailored to their specific needs. Brian is an experienced estate administration attorney who helps families navigate the legal and financial complexities that follow the loss of a loved one. With compassion, clarity, and a strong understanding of probate and trust administration, he works to make a difficult time as smooth and stress-free as possible for clients.
From guiding executors and personal representatives through the probate process to assisting with trust administration and asset distribution, Brian provides practical, step-by-step support. His goal is to ensure that every estate is handled efficiently, accurately, and in full compliance with the law — while also honoring the wishes of the deceased.
Brian advises clients on a wide range of residential and commercial real estate matters. His practice includes drafting and negotiating leases, purchase agreements promissory notes, mortgages, deeds and land installment contracts. With a practical, results-oriented approach, Brian helps individuals, businesses, and investors protect their interests at every stage of a real estate deal — from initial negotiations through to dispute resolution. Clients value his attention to detail, strategic advice, and deep understanding of the complexities involved in both routine and high-stakes real estate matters.
Brian regularly forms limited liability companies and corporations and provides advice and counsel to these companies in a variety of areas, including commercial transactions, day to day business operations and purchase and sale of businesses and business assets. Brian counsels a various array of construction clients in general contract and subcontract review to the placement of mechanics liens in the construction industry.
Brian joined Trigilio, Stephenson and Dattilo, P.L.L. in February of 2002 and became a partner in January of 2010.
Bar Admission
State Bar of Ohio, 2001
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio, 2002
Education
Youngstown State University, B.A., 1998
Thomas M. Cooley Law School, J.D., 2001
Memberships
Ohio State Bar Association, 2001
Lorain County Bar Association, 2002
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