Claire O'connor
About Claire O'connor
Claire O'Connor is an Associate at Benesch Law, specializing in real estate and non-profit matters. She has a background in nuisance abatement, commercial leasing, and redevelopment, with previous experience at Yourkvitch & Dibo, LLC and The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland.
Current Role at Benesch Law
Claire O'Connor serves as an Associate at Benesch Law, a position she has held since 2021. In her role, she focuses on various aspects of real estate law, including nuisance abatement and commercial leasing. Her work involves providing legal guidance on commercial and residential redevelopment projects, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and promoting equitable revitalization.
Previous Experience at Yourkvitch & Dibo, LLC
Prior to her current position, Claire O'Connor worked at Yourkvitch & Dibo, LLC. She started as a Law Clerk from 2016 to 2018, where she gained foundational legal experience. Following this, she advanced to the role of Associate from 2018 to 2021, focusing on real estate matters and further developing her expertise in commercial leasing and redevelopment.
Legal Experience at The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland
In 2015, Claire O'Connor served as a Summer Associate at The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland for three months. This role allowed her to engage with legal issues affecting underserved communities, contributing to her focus on non-profit matters that promote opportunity and equitable revitalization.
Educational Background
Claire O'Connor completed her education at Cleveland State University. She earned a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work from 2011 to 2013, followed by a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Cleveland-Marshall College of Law, which she completed from 2014 to 2017. Additionally, she obtained a Master of Public Administration (MPA) from 2015 to 2017, enhancing her knowledge in public service and administration.