Kristopher Chandler
About Kristopher Chandler
Kristopher Chandler is an Associate at Benesch Law, specializing in international trade regulations and data security compliance. He holds a Juris Doctor from The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law and an MBA from The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business.
Current Role at Benesch Law
Kristopher Chandler currently serves as an Associate at Benesch Law, a position he has held since 2017. His work is based in the Columbus, Ohio Area. In this role, he specializes in advising clients on compliance with international trade regulations, including navigating OFAC sanction programs and BIS regulations. He also provides legal guidance on data security and privacy compliance with international standards such as the GDPR.
Previous Experience at Benesch Law
Before becoming an Associate, Kristopher Chandler worked at Benesch Law as a Summer Associate from 2016 to 2017 for eight months. He also served as a Law Clerk for one month in 2017. His experiences at the firm provided him with a solid foundation in legal practices and client advisory roles.
Educational Background
Kristopher Chandler holds a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law, where he studied from 2013 to 2017 and achieved a GPA of 3.654. He also earned a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business, graduating with a GPA of 3.816 from 2014 to 2017. Additionally, he completed a Bachelor's Degree with a double major in Political Science and History at The Ohio State University from 2010 to 2013.
Research Assistant Experience
Kristopher Chandler worked as a Research Assistant at The Ohio State University in 2014. He assisted Professor Dale Oesterle for three months and also worked with Professor Steven Huefner for another three months during the same year. These roles contributed to his research skills and understanding of legal principles.
Early Career at Ohio Senate
Before his legal career, Kristopher Chandler served as a Senate Page in the Ohio Senate from 2011 to 2013. He worked in the Office of Senator Gayle Manning for two years, gaining valuable insights into the legislative process and public policy.