Christopher Michael Diedling

Christopher M. Diedling is a Partner with the law firm of Cornetet, Meyer, Rush & Spillane, where his practice is concentrated in the areas of Estate Planning, Probate Administration, and Trust Administration. Chris offers complimentary estate planning consultations to help individuals and families understand their options and develop a plan tailored to their unique goals. To schedule a consultation, please contact Mallory at 513-672-6122.

Chris was selected by Super Lawyers as a 2024, 2025, and 2026 Rising Star. This distinction is awarded to only a small percentage of attorneys in each state and recognizes attorneys who have earned the respect of their peers through professional achievement and ethical practice.

Chris believes that estate planning is about much more than preparing legal documents. He takes the time to educate his clients about the available planning options, answer their questions, and help them make informed, practical decisions that reflect their family's unique circumstances, values, and long-term goals.

Chris graduated from the University of Cincinnati College of Law in 2017 and has devoted his practice to Estate Planning, Probate Administration, and Trust Administration for more than eight years. His extensive experience assisting families through the administration of estates and trusts provides valuable insight into how estate plans function after a loved one passes away. By applying the lessons learned through real-world estate and trust administration, Chris continually refines his planning strategies to help clients avoid common pitfalls and implement plans that are practical, comprehensive, and designed to work when they are needed most.

Chris prides himself on meticulous attention to detail, efficiency, responsiveness, and clear communication throughout every stage of the planning process. He understands that estate planning often involves difficult and deeply personal decisions, and he is committed to making the process as straightforward and comfortable as possible while providing clients with confidence that their wishes will be carried out and their loved ones will be protected.

Chris and his wife, Casey, live in Anderson Township in Cincinnati. Outside of the office, Chris enjoys hiking, CrossFit training, playing sports, attending Cincinnati Reds games, concerts and music festivals, exploring local breweries, and traveling.

Here is a summary of 30 different types of Trusts with a link to a more expanded article for each trust: 

1. Revocable Living Trust (RLT).
2. Irrevocable Trusts
3. Simple Trusts
4. Complex Trusts
5. Intentionally Defective Grantor Trust (IDGT)
6. Charitable Remainder Trust (CRT)
7. Charitable Lead Trust (CLT)
8. Irrevocable Life Insurance Trust (ILIT)
9. Stand-Alone IRA Beneficiary Trust
10. Special Needs Trust (SNT)
11. Minor Trust
12. Spendthrift Trust
13. Blind Trust
14. Discretionary v. Non-Discretionary Trust
15. Medicaid Trust
16. Crummey Trust
17. 2642(c) Trust
18. Bypass Trust (B-Trust or Credit Shelter Trust)
19. Qualified Terminal Interest Property Trust (QTIP Trust or marital trust)
20. Dynasty Trust (GST Exempt Trust)
21. Grantor Retained Annuity Trust (GRAT)
22. Spousal Lifetime Access Trust (SLAT)
23. Qualifying Domestic Trust (QDOT)
24. Qualified Personal Residence Trust (QPRT)
25. Incomplete Gift Non-grantor Trust (ING, NING, CING, DING)
26. Domestic Asset Protection Trust – Ohio Legacy Trust
27. Foreign Trust
28. Electing Small Business Trust (ESBT)
29. Qualified Subchapter S Trust (QSST)
30. Pet Trust