Ira Kaplan
Benesch
Education: J.D., George Washington University Law School; bachelor’s degree in political science, University of Rochester
What Guides My Decision Making: My decisions are guided by what’s best for our clients, both strategically and as a matter of law.
What Motivates Me: Working closely and strategically with my clients to help them achieve their goals
Most Important Leadership Quality: The ability to listen and make informed decisions, working collaboratively with people to do so, being empathetic and having humility
If I Could Have Any Other Job: Playing third base for the Guardians. If that was not feasible (it has not been), I would be a teacher.
Hobby/Passion: I am passionate about road biking, which clears my head and allows me to do something that is healthy and to temporarily escape the stresses of life.
If I Were a Character from a TV Show or Movie, I’d Be: Jimmy Stewart as Jefferson Smith in Mr. Smith Goes to Washington, or Spencer Tracy as Matt Drayton in Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner