MRR LAW ATTORNEYS NAMED BEST LAWYERS IN AMERICA® FOR 2027

MRR Law is pleased to announce ten of our attorneys have been recognized for inclusion in the 2027 editions of Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch.

James A. Climer, Of Counsel, recognized for Civil Rights Law.
Partner Jillian Eckart has been named a Best Lawyer in the field of Civil Rights Law.
Steven K. Kelley, Of Counsel, recognized in both Transportation Law and Professional Malpractice Law – Defendants.
Partner John T. McLandrich has been named a Best Lawyer in the field of Civil Rights Law. John was first recognized in 2012 for Civil Rights Law and has been included in the listing every year since. John’s recognition as “Lawyer of the Year, Civil Rights Law, Cleveland” in 2014 and 2025, highlights his excellence in the practice area.
Partner Joseph F. Nicholas, Jr. has been named for inclusion as a Best Lawyer for Transportation Law. Joe has been recognized for his expertise in this field of law every year since 2016, including being named “Lawyer of the Year, Transportation Law, Cleveland” in 2019.
Managing Partner John D. Pinzone has been recognized for Employment Law – Management.

The firm is further honored to announce the attorneys named to Best Lawyers as “Ones to Watch” in 2027 including:

Attorney Zachary Anderson receives recognition for his practice in the areas of Litigation – Labor and Employment, and Municipal Law.
Attorney Edmond Jaber has been named for inclusion to Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in the field of Land Use and Zoning Law.
Attorney Jenna Melia has been recognized for the second year across five practice areas: Commercial Litigation, Legal Malpractice Law, Litigation – Construction, Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants, and Transportation Law.
Attorney Elaine Souder, recognized since 2024 for Insurance Law.

MRR Law appreciates the intelligence, diligence and legal expertise our colleagues bring to the advice and counsel of our clients. The talented ‘Ones to Watch’ further reflect the firms depth of talent and commitment to excellence now and in the future. They exemplify the integrity and excellence we strive for in our efforts to represent clients in Ohio.

About Best Lawyers

Best Lawyers is the oldest and most respected lawyer ranking service in the world. Lawyers who are nominated for consideration are voted on by currently recognized Best Lawyers working in the same practice area and located in the same geographic region. Awards and recognitions are based purely on feedback received based on professional expertise and undergo an authentication process to make sure they are in current practice and in good standing.