Sarah F. Suma
About Sarah F. Suma
Sarah F. Suma is a lawyer based in Cleveland, OH and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2024. Sarah F. Suma is recognized in the following practice area:
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
Current Firm: Jones Day
Education: Chicago-Kent College of Law at IIT, J.D., graduated 2008
Location: Cleveland, OH
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