Peter N. Kirsanow
About Peter N. Kirsanow
Peter N. Kirsanow is a lawyer based in Cleveland, OH and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2014. Peter N. Kirsanow is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Employment Law - Management
- Labor Law - Management
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Current Firm: Benesch, Friedlander, Coplan & Aronoff LLP
Education: Cleveland Marshall College of Law, J.D., graduated 1979
Location: Cleveland, OH
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