Benesch Welcomes 10 Former Summer Associates as New Attorneys in Ohio

Benesch is pleased to announce that 10 former summer associates have joined the firm as its newest attorneys after successfully passing the Ohio Bar Exam. Representing the firm’s Litigation, Intellectual Property, Corporate and Labor & Employment Practice Groups across its Cleveland and Columbus offices, these attorneys are the latest additions to Benesch’s growing team.

“We’re proud to officially welcome this outstanding group of attorneys to Benesch as they begin their legal careers,” said Benesch Managing Partner Gregg Eisenberg. “Throughout their time with the firm, they have demonstrated a commitment to excellence, a strong work ethic and a dedication to serving our clients. We’re excited to support them as they begin this new chapter and look forward to all they accomplish in the years ahead.”

Benesch’s Summer Associate Program plays an important role in the firm’s approach to recruiting and developing future talent. The program provides law students with meaningful exposure to the firm’s practice areas, culture and client service philosophy, helping them build relationships and gain practical experience that positions them for long-term success at Benesch.

The attorneys will be sworn in on November 16, 2026.

• Julia Barragate, Litigation, Columbus
• Noah Golovan, Intellectual Property, Cleveland
• Shayela Harmon, General Practice, Cleveland
• Christian Klamar, Corporate, Columbus
• Cate McClure, Corporate, Cleveland
• Ryan McKinley, Labor & Employment, Cleveland
• Maggie McNea, Litigation, Cleveland
• Vlasi Pappas, Corporate, Cleveland
• Carsen Thompson, Labor & Employment, Cleveland
• Annie Ziegler, Corporate, Columbus