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Benesch Welcomes Associate to Corporate Team in Columbus
December 4, 2023
As Benesch continues to add to its roster of top-notch legal talent, the firm is pleased to welcome Associate Mary Frances Gardner to the Corporate & Securities Practice Group in Columbus.
Mary Frances specializes in providing comprehensive legal support to publicly and privately held companies and focuses her practice on mergers and acquisitions and private equity transactions. Her services also encompass a broad range of general corporate matters, including entity formation, organizational planning, and governance.
With a keen eye for detail, Mary Frances brings extensive experience to the table in the art of drafting and negotiating commercial contracts. In her practice, Mary Frances combines legal acumen with a strategic mindset, ensuring that businesses receive tailored solutions that align with their objectives.
Mary Frances earned her J.D. from Michigan State University College of Law and her B.S., Business Administration, Corporate Finance from The Ohio State University, Fisher College of Business.
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