Four Benesch Clients Honored in Corporate Counsel’s 2026 WIPL Awards

Benesch proudly congratulates four clients recognized in Corporate Counsel’s 2026 Women, Influence & Power in Law Awards, including one winner and three finalists.

The Women, Influence & Power in Law Awards honor trailblazers, advocates and leaders who demonstrate exceptional skill, dedication and commitment to advancing equality. From breaking barriers in the workplace to championing important causes in their communities, these remarkable women inspire us all.

The firm’s clients recognized in this year’s awards include:

• Next Generation of Leaders (In-House) – Winner: Leah Casto, Tropicana Brands Group
• In-House Collaborative Leadership – External (With Outside Partners) – Finalist: Nancy Berardinelli-Krantz, W.W. Grainger
• In-House Legal Operations – Finalist: Stacy Yeung, SELLAS Life Sciences Group
• In-House Thought Leadership – Finalist: Sarita Venkat, Cisco Systems

The Women, Influence & Power in Law award winners in each category will be announced at an awards dinner on April 14, 2026, in downtown Chicago.