Protecting your loved ones and assets through thoughtful planning

Timothy J. Moore, Esq.

Estate Attorney

Tim is a partner with the firm and focuses his practice on estate planning, elder law, real estate and business planning. The majority of his practice is devoted to estate planning and elder care planning, that is, helping seniors find ways to pay for expensive long-term care. He also handles related real estate and business succession planning matters.

Tim is licensed to practice law in the state of Ohio as well as the United States Federal Court for the Northern District of Ohio. Tim is a Fellow with the Ohio State Bar Foundation and a member of the Ohio State Bar Association’s Estate Planning, Probate and Trust Section as well as the Elder Law Committee, the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA), ElderCounsel, WealthCounsel and the Stark County Bar Association.

Tim is a graduate of Central Christian High School in Kidron, Ohio. He did his undergraduate studies at Malone and Kent State Universities and earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of Akron School of Law. Tim and his wife Kristen live in Jackson Township with their daughter. Kristen is a trial attorney and partner at the law firm of Plakas Mannos. Tim and Kristen are both very active in the community and serve on a number of boards in the Canton-Akron Area.

Jason R. Pugh, Esq.

Estate Attorney

Jason joined Bixler Moore, LLC in our Louisville office in 2013. Jason’s practice is primarily in the areas of estate planning, probate, business planning and real estate. Raised on the family farm outside Louisville, and having previously provided estate and financial planning for farmers and business owners, it is no surprise that these make up many of Jason’s clients.

Jason is a 1991 graduate of Louisville High School. He is a 1995 graduate of The Ohio State University and a 1998 graduate of Cleveland Marshall School of Law. Until recently, he was the Director of Operations at Todd’s Enviroscapes, his brother’s business. Prior to returning to Northeast Ohio, he provided estate, financial and business succession planning services for Lincoln Financial.

Jason resides in Louisville with his wife, Dr. Julie Lavinder-Pugh and their 2 children, Maxwell and Jessalyn.

Edgar M. Moore, Esq.

Estate Attorney

Ed is Certified as a Specialist in Estate Planning, Probate and Trust Administration by the Ohio State Bar Association. For more than 35 years he has focused his practice on helping families plan for the future in the areas estate and business planning, elder law, probate and real estate. Ed is licensed to practice in Florida and Ohio and much of his practice is spent helping individuals and families who split their time between the two states.

Ed finds great satisfaction in the opportunity to help families plan for and deal with life transitions such as the death of a loved one, a nursing home stay, business succession, the adoption of a child or the sale of real estate.

Originally from Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, Ed and his wife Barbara have lived, worked and raised their 5 children in Stark County, Ohio for over 35 years. Ed enjoys golfing, reading, all Cleveland sports, traveling to visit his children that are spread across the planet and spending time with his grandchildren. Ed is an active member of Living Water Community Church in Dalton, Ohio.

Morgan A. Barth, Esq.

Estate Attorney

Morgan is an estate planning and elder care asset protection attorney who helps families meet their goals of avoiding probate, protecting their assets from long-term care and protecting their loved ones after their passing. She has a passion for creating peace of mind by helping her clients know that their plans are in order.

Morgan attended Muskingum University, where she played softball, worked in the sports media department, was involved with Greek life and various leadership organizations, and worked at a restaurant. She studied International Business with minors in Marketing and French. Morgan attended Capital University Law School in Columbus, Ohio and as a summer law clerk, discovered a passion for helping people plan for their futures.

Morgan grew up in Massillon, Ohio and attended Perry High School. She currently lives in Canton, Ohio with her husband and their pets. Morgan enjoys spending time with her family, walking her dog, listening to podcasts, and reading in her free time. After moving back to the area to be closer to family, she continued working in estate planning. Morgan is a member of the Ohio Bar Association, the Stark County Bar Association, the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and Women’s Impact.

Jennifer Brown, Esq.

Estate Attorney

With over two decades of experience in the legal field, Jennifer began her journey as a paralegal before embarking on her path to becoming a lawyer. She finds fulfillment in guiding clients through legal complexities and the strategic aspect of problem-solving. Jennifer's passion lies in estate planning, driving her commitment to educate both clients and the community on the importance of planning ahead.

Raised in rural Ohio, Jennifer's upbringing juxtaposed the tranquility of living across from farmers' fields with the vibrancy of an urban skyline. Her career journey has been filled with diverse opportunities and a relentless pursuit of knowledge. Yet, at the core of her advocacy lies the humility instilled by her mother, an early education teacher, and the work ethic instilled by her father, a mechanic and small business owner.

Jennifer is licensed to practice law in Ohio and Florida and focuses her practice in the following areas:

• Estate and asset protection planning
• Business succession planning and transactions
• Trust and probate administration
• Real estate transactions

During her downtime, Jennifer enjoys kayaking and exploring nature trails with her family and her beloved Springer Spaniel, Archie, who also happens to be her best friend.

Gina George

Client Services Director

Gina George, is an esteemed addition to the Bixler Moore team, serving as Client Services Director and Legal Assistant since 2022. With over 25 years of invaluable experience in the legal field, Gina brings a wealth of expertise and insight to her role.

Having previously served as a litigation legal assistant at a prominent defense firm in Canton, Ohio, Gina garnered extensive experience in insurance defense. However, driven by a deep-seated desire to make a difference in the lives of individuals and families, she made the decision to join Bixler Moore because of the firm's commitment to compassion and empathy in estate planning.

Additionally, she provides invaluable support to the firm's attorneys, leveraging her wealth of experience to facilitate the seamless practice of law.

Outside of her professional endeavors, Gina finds joy and fulfillment in her home life in Louisville, where she resides with her husband, John George.

Jason Henke

Real Estate Coordinator

Jason's extensive experience in the title industry spanning over 24 years is undoubtedly a testament to his dedication and expertise in his field. Starting with Priority Title Services affiliated with Bixler & Moore, LLC, he laid the foundation for his career and then expanded his knowledge with two major title companies in Stark County. Returning to Bixler Moore, LLC as a Senior Escrow Officer for Beacon Title Agency showcases his commitment to his roots and his desire to continue providing top- notch service.

Jason's eagerness to provide the best service even after more than two decades reflects his passion for his work and his dedication to client satisfaction. His wealth of experience makes him a valuable asset to Beacon Title Agency and its clients.

Stephanie Weston

Business Development

Stephanie has 7 years of sales and business development experience as a Realtor and as a small business owner. She has won multiple awards for sales achievements in Real Estate over the years. With these experiences, she has developed a deep understanding of the intricacies of the local Real Estate market and built many relationships throughout the community. Stephanie is eager to apply that knowledge to title sales and the business development of Beacon Title and Bixler Moore LLC.

Stephanie is also a Certified Notary Signing Agent and has conducted hundreds of closings over the last few years. She knows how stressful transactions can be for people and is committed to exceeding expectations and ensuring seamless experiences for all parties involved.

When she’s not working, Stephanie enjoys spending time with her husband, 4 children and their Goldendoodle, Leia. She and her husband John, are also actively involved at their church and throughout the Jackson community where they reside.

Anthony Reiner III

Medicaid Paralegal

Anthony worked for several years on multiple sides of Bankruptcy proceedings at multiple offices as a Legal Assistant right after graduating from Kent State University. He went back to Kent State to get his paralegal certification, graduating in 2019. He has spent the last 2.5 years as a Medicaid and VA Paralegal before coming to Bixler Moore.

He is an avid bowler with multiple 300 games under his belt and in his free time he enjoys collecting and playing video games.