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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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The team understands how to shape messaging and strategic approaches on complicated policy matters.
Calfee is knowledgeable and responsive.
The team at Calfee is incredibly experienced and has a great understanding of the nuances of government relations.
The team has a broad awareness and sensitivity to business issues related to my company.
Calfee knows the ins and outs of what is happening politically inside the State Capitol.
The team understands how to shape messaging and strategic approaches on complicated policy matters.
Calfee is knowledgeable and responsive.
The team at Calfee is incredibly experienced and has a great understanding of the nuances of government relations.
The team has a broad awareness and sensitivity to business issues related to my company.
Calfee knows the ins and outs of what is happening politically inside the State Capitol.
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Joshua knows our company portfolio well and quickly gets up to speed on emerging policy issues impacting our company in order to advise us on the best strategy.
Joshua Sanders is savvy, smart and great to work with.
Joshua is consistently available to provide timely and cogent advice. He leverages his relationships to help us make needed connections.
Joshua is strategic and thorough.

Leah is smart, savvy and experienced.
Leah keeps us abreast of government and state issues.
Leah is excellent in all areas.

Michael is extremely effective.
Michael is great to work with. His skills are incredible and he has a vast knowledge of lobbying and legal services.
Michael is always responsive, attentive and goes above expectations.



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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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