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      Better experience. We're all in.

      Rooted in a legacy of delivering excellent service for more than eight decades, Benesch represents a new standard of elite—a high-performing law firm that’s agile, modern and driven to deliver a better, more valuable experience for our clients and a better, more rewarding experience for our people.

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    • Firm Management

      Visionary Leadership. Guided Excellence.

      Effective leadership is the cornerstone of our ability to provide world-class legal service. Our management team is comprised of seasoned professionals who combine legal acumen with strategic business foresight. By maintaining a clear focus on the firm’s long-term objectives, they ensure that Benesch remains a stable, forward-thinking partner for our clients in an ever-changing global marketplace.

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    • Our Culture

      A better workplace.
All for one, one for all.

      At Benesch, culture is not a catchphrase. It’s the force that drives our success. It shapes how we work, how we treat each other and how we serve our clients.

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    • Our History

      A legacy of innovation since 1938.

      Benesch was founded on the principles of hard work, integrity and a relentless focus on the client. For more than eight decades, we have evolved from a local practice into a national powerhouse, navigating the complexities of the legal landscape through every economic cycle. Our history is a testament to our adaptability and our unwavering dedication to excellence.

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    • BeneschEDGE CX Program

      Exceptional client service is our foundation.

      From first call to final outcome, we are dedicated to delivering a leading-edge, excellent experience that earns trust and loyalty. Partnering with us means every interaction is marked by quality, consistency and care from our entire team, across all locations and practices. This shared commitment drives us to provide an industry-leading experience every day.

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    • Client Victories & Testimonials

      Proven Results. Trusted Partnerships.

      Success is best measured through the eyes of those we serve. Our track record of client victories spans complex litigation, transformative corporate transactions and landmark regulatory wins. We take pride in being more than just legal counsel; we are strategic partners who are "all in" on our clients' most critical challenges and opportunities.

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    • Our Offices

      National Reach. Local Insight.

      With a strategic footprint in key business hubs across the United States, Benesch provides the national reach required by global enterprises while maintaining the local insight essential for nuanced legal counsel. Each of our offices is staffed by attorneys who are deeply integrated into their local business communities and legal jurisdictions.

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    Better experience. We're all in.

    Rooted in a legacy of delivering excellent service for more than eight decades, Benesch represents a new standard of elite—a high-performing law firm that’s agile, modern and driven to deliver a better, more valuable experience for our clients and a better, more rewarding experience for our people.

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      Sophisticated legal strategy that meets the moment.

      Benesch delivers high-level legal counsel across core business practices and industry sectors with a model built for speed, precision and value. Backed by nationwide strength and international reach, we’re all in on making the legal experience easier, smarter and better.

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    Sophisticated legal strategy that meets the moment.

    Benesch delivers high-level legal counsel across core business practices and industry sectors with a model built for speed, precision and value. Backed by nationwide strength and international reach, we’re all in on making the legal experience easier, smarter and better.

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  • News & Insights
    • Latest News
      Media Mentions2.19.26

      Columbus Business First Interviews Benesch Co-Chair Kevin Humphries on Resurgence of Middle-Market Deals

      Media Mentions2.18.26

      Law360 Highlights Benesch Team Representing Industrial Power Systems in Kraft Heinz Dispute

      Announcements2.18.26

      Benesch 2025 Year in Review: A Letter from Managing Partner Gregg A. Eisenberg

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    • Latest Insights
      Client Alerts & Insights2.20.26

      FTC Enforcement Trends in 2026: What Businesses, Advertisers Should Be Watching Now

      Client Alerts & Insights2.20.26

      IEEPA Tariffs – Top Five Q&A for Supply Chains after U.S. Supreme Court Decision

      Client Alerts & Insights2.18.26

      Watch Your T&Cs! When Done Right, Terms and Conditions are Both Viable—And Valuable

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    Benesch Announces 16 New Partners for 2026

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    • Overview

      Benesch is all in for our people and recruits.

      Entrepreneurial high performers chart their own course here, surround themselves with people they like, feel empowered by an amazing can-do culture and are treated like family. This all adds up to a truly fulfilling work environment where satisfaction soars, careers grow and people choose to stay.

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    • Experienced Lawyers

      Advance your practice at a new standard of elite.

      For seasoned attorneys, Benesch offers an environment that is both high-performing and entrepreneurial, providing the resources of a national firm with the agility of a modern practice. We invite experienced lawyers to bring their depth of experience and judgment to a team dedicated to delivering a better, more valuable experience for clients across the country.

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    • New Associates

      Launch your practice with purpose.

      Benesch gives new associates the space and support to grow into confident, capable lawyers from day one. With hands-on client work, accessible leadership and a culture that values initiative and voice, associates build real skills, strong relationships and momentum early in their careers.

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    • Law Students

      The foundation of your legal career.

      Our Summer Associate Program is designed to provide law students with a high-performing, real-world experience that mirrors the "all in" commitment of our full-time attorneys. You will work on sophisticated matters, receive mentorship from elite practitioners and gain a firsthand look at how Benesch is redefining the modern law firm experience.

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    • Professional Staff

      Powering excellence behind the scenes.

      Our success is built on the strength of our entire team, and our professional staff play a vital role in maintaining our standard of excellence. We offer a dynamic work environment where professionals in finance, marketing, IT, HR and operations can thrive, contributing to a modern law firm that is consistently driven to deliver better results.

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    Benesch is all in for our people and recruits.

    Entrepreneurial high performers chart their own course here, surround themselves with people they like, feel empowered by an amazing can-do culture and are treated like family. This all adds up to a truly fulfilling work environment where satisfaction soars, careers grow and people choose to stay.

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Client Alerts & Insights

Benesch Market Intelligence Developments in Family Offices – Q3 2018

October 24, 2018

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