Meet The Team
Chris Diedling
Christopher M. Diedling, Esq. is a Partner with the law firm Cornetet, Meyer, Rush & Spillane. His practice concentrates on estate planning, probate, and trust administration.
Chris strives to educate his clients about every aspect of estate planning and administration. He counsels clients about the available tools and helps them make the best and most practical decisions for their circumstances. Chris promises to provide impeccable, effective legal services. He leads and entrusts a dynamic team of professionals to ensure his clients are compassionately and expertly guided. The greatest compliment Chris and his Team can receive is confirmation of earning the client’s trust and confidence.
Super Lawyers selected Chris as a 2024 and 2025 Rising Star! Being selected to Rising Stars is limited to a few attorneys in each state. As one of the few attorneys to earn the distinction of Rising Stars, Chris has earned the respect of peers as one of the top-rated attorneys in the nation.
Chris, a proud 2017 University of Cincinnati College of Law graduate, received the prestigious Judge John W. Peck Trial Practice Award for his outstanding skills in Trial Advocacy. As a key member of UC Law’s Trial Practice Team, he won the Texas Young Lawyers Association Regional Trial Practice Competition in 2016 and 2017. He proudly represented UC Law at the National Trial Practice Competition. His passion for advocacy was further showcased through his involvement with the Moot Court Team, his law clerk position at the U.S. Attorney’s Office in the Southern District of Ohio, and his fellowship at the Ohio Innocence Project. Chris’ diverse experiences have sharpened his advocacy skills and ignited a solid commitment to being an exceptional legal advocate for his clients!
Chris and his wife, Casey, live in Over-the-Rhine in Downtown Cincinnati. Chris enjoys being active, hiking in the great outdoors, playing sports, and CrossFit training. He also loves going to Cincinnati Reds games, concerts, and music festivals, exploring local breweries, and traveling.
- Last Will and Testament
- Durable Power of Attorney for Legal and Financial Matters
- Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care
- Living Will
- Advanced Directive for Funeral Arrangements
- HIPAA Release Authorization
- Prenuptial Agreement
- Transfer-On-Death Beneficiary Designations
- Revocable Living Trust
- Probate Avoidance Trust
- Family Distribution Trust
- Generation Protection Trust
- Life Insurance Trust
- Firearm Trust
- Special Needs Trust
- Irrevocable Trust
- Medicaid Asset Protection
- Ohio Legacy Trust
Bar Admissions:
- The State of Ohio – November 2017
- United States District Court, Southern District of Ohio – December 2019
Education:
- University of Cincinnati College of Law, J.D. – 2017
- Xavier University, B.A. – 2013
Membership and Affiliation:
- Cincinnati Bar Association
- Wealth Counsel Member, National and Ohio Forum
- Notre Dame Tax and Estate Planning Institute Certificate 2024
- Cincinnati Estate Planning Council
Mallory Brown
Legal Assistant
Mallory has called CMRS Law home since 2018 and enjoys every moment of it! She interacts with clients, helps them achieve their goals, and engages in day-to-day operations. Mallory is our client’s first point of contact and will be their go-to team member for scheduling, billing, and immediate client concerns. She also works closely with the attorney to assist with LLC formation and Estate admin matters.
Originally from a small town in northwest Ohio, Mallory grew up knowing two things for sure: that she loved horses and the Queen City! After attending college at Ohio University Southern, where she studied Equine Studies, she spent the next seven years working within the equine industry, living in Wisconsin, Virginia, and Florida. After three continuous years in Florida, the humidity got to her, and she decided to fulfill her personal goal of living in Cincinnati.
You can still find Mallory teaching lessons at a local barn or riding when outside the office. She adores Ginger, her beautiful horse, and Rory and Willow, loyal and energetic Australian Shepherds. Fun Fact: Rory and Willow are our firm mascots on-site daily, filling the office with puppy love!
Jodie Stapp
Estate Planning Paralegal
Jodi Stapp has been a key team member since 2016. She specializes in guiding clients through the estate plan drafting process following their consultation with the attorney. She provides personalized support, answers questions, and ensures clients are comfortable with their plans before the signing day. Jodi prides herself on being accessible to the clients and ensuring their plan designs meet their wishes.
Originally from the West, where she completed her degree in Economics at the University of Utah, Jodi has lived in several states, including Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Iowa, before settling in Ohio and joining our legal team.
Outside of work, Jodi is an avid reader who enjoys art museums, hiking, and outdoor adventures. She loves traveling the world with her husband, kids, and occasionally one or more of her three large dogs.
Ashley Maxey
Paralegal and Marketing & Business Development
Since joining the Team in 2023, Ashley Maxey has loved serving our clients and Team. She leads estate plan signing, funding, and client trust review meetings, ensuring a seamless and confident client experience. Ashley also focuses on Marketing and Business Development, driving the team’s growth and enhancing our mission.
Ashley has been a notary public since 2006. Her legal career started as a secretary at a bankruptcy firm in Dayton, Ohio. After earning her Associate of Applied Business and Paralegal Degree, she moved to Cincinnati. She expanded her experience in Estate Planning, Probate and Trust Administration, Personal Injury, Real Estate Transactions, Business Formation, Civil Litigation, Marketing, and Business Development.
Outside the office, Ashley pursues her passions for travel, boating, and cherishing moments with her family and a host of friends. Committed to giving back, Ashley serves on boards of local non-profits, actively volunteers, and offers a hand to those who need it.
Jeff Baker
Probate Estate and Trust Administration Paralegal
Jeff Baker joined CMRS in 2021 as a probate and trust administration paralegal, bringing over 20 years of experience to the firm. He collaborates closely with the attorney to assist Executors and Trustees in navigating the complexities of the administration processes. Jeff’s positive attitude, compassion for our clients, and keen attention to detail make him a valuable asset to our team and clients.
Jeff holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Business Management from Mount Saint Joseph University. His education and experience have equipped him with the skills to provide comprehensive probate and trust administration support to our clients during the process.
Jeff lives in Cincinnati, Ohio, with his wife, two children, and their dogs. In his free time, he enjoys gardening, he loves spending time with his family and cheering on the Cincinnati Reds and Bengals.