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Leah Pappas Porner
Firm Vice Chair; Partner-in-Charge, Columbus; Co-Chair, Government Relations and Legislation
614.621.7007
Provided by Calfee, Halter & Griswold LLP
Since 1988, Calfee’s Government Relations and Legislation practice has been respected for its political savvy and effectiveness, legal expertise, honesty, and relationships with all levels of local, state, and federal government on both sides of the political aisle.
Calfee’s Government Relations and Legislation team spans across the Midwest and is continuously strengthening relationships with key decision makers, from legislative aides to top lawmakers and officials, to advocate for clients and provide sophisticated solutions for their business needs.
Many of Calfee's lawyers and lobbyists have formerly served in governmental positions, including capacities such as the director of a state cabinet-level agency and director of special counsel for the Ohio Attorney General. The team's collective knowledge and experiences allow them to analyze the law and political climate, anticipate how it may affect businesses, and execute a plan that will help clients communicate and work effectively with all levels of government.
As one of the top law firms in Ohio, Calfee lobbyists also have the legal background and immediate resources of lawyers in offices across the state who provide a variety of specialized services. The team is able to analyze the law for clients, anticipate how it may impact their business, and strategize and execute a plan of action.
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Calfee, Halter & Griswold LLP advised Mechanical Contractors Association of Ohio in relation to all Ohio government legislative matters.
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The team at Calfee is very timely, well respected by policymakers and very politically astute.
The firm has outstanding industry expertise and crucial connections.
Calfee provides thoughtful and well thought through analysis.
The team at Calfee is very timely, well respected by policymakers and very politically astute.
The firm has outstanding industry expertise and crucial connections.
Calfee provides thoughtful and well thought through analysis.
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Joshua is an experienced and personable expert who has a strong handle on his areas of expertise.
Joshua has an great understanding of the issues with strong legislative and agency relationships.
Joshua acts with urgency on all matters.

Leah is ambitious, thoughtful and strategic. We enjoy her perspectives and guidance.
Leah is a leader in the market for government affairs.
Leah's lobbying and relationship building skills are evident. She is always thinking of new ways to approach issues.

Michael brings great, unique insights to legislative issues.



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Blake Beachler
Christopher Jones
Daniel Reinhard
James Lang
Joshua Sanders
Head of Department
Karl Beus
Karla Rogers
Kevin Murphy
Laura McBride
Lauren Stenger
Leah Pappas Porner
Head of Department
Mara Cushwa
Maryellen Corbett
Michael VanBuren
Raymond Tarasuck
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