BUCYRUS—Local attorney Tani Eyer submitted the following statement to Crawford County Now regarding her plans in the wake of disciplinary conduct charges made against Adam Stone:
“The Neff Law Firm, Ltd. was formed in 1996 when Robert C. Neff, Jr. returned to Bucyrus to join his father in the practice that Robert C. Neff, Sr. established in 1951.
Adam C. Stone began his law practice at the same location pursuant to an office-sharing arrangement with The Neff Law Firm, Ltd. Three years ago, I met with Adam Stone and Robert Neff concerning a partnership with Mr. Stone where I would continue my practice and receive client referrals from Attorney Neff upon his retirement. Given my passion for Elder Law, I saw this as a great opportunity, and I felt honored to continue the Neff legal legacy in this community.
In this regard and upon my request, Attorney Robert C. Neff, Jr. provided the following statement:
“When Mr. Stone informed me that he planned to talk with Attorney Tani Eyer about joining his practice, I welcomed the opportunity to discuss with Attorney Eyer the prospect for referrals of my clients as I retired. I was familiar with Attorney Eyer’s prior work with Crawford County Department of Job and Family Services, and it was my belief then, as it remains today, that she will capably and honorably continue to represent the best interests of my former clients.”
To be clear, the Strakers were clients of Adam Stone, and I was unaware of the alleged behavior and substance of the allegations until they were published last week. Like many people, I found the allegations detailed in the Disciplinary Counsel complaint to be heartbreaking and disturbing. My heart goes out to the Strakers for the pain they have been through.
If that behavior was a by-product of mental illness, as has been suggested, I sincerely hope that Adam finds the help that he needs. In addition, I pray that the Strakers find the peace that they deserve.
I intend to continue my practice in estate and long-term care planning, asset protection, probate, and guardianships at the Neff Law Building as Eyer Law, and to continue the Neff legal legacy to the very best of my abilities. My focus will continue to be on representing the best interests of my clients.”