Jace Libman-Phelps is an associate in KJK’s Litigation & Arbitration practice group, concentrating on general commercial litigation. He earned his Bachelor of Arts from Ohio University and his Juris Doctorate from Cleveland State University College of Law, where he served as a submission editor for The Journal of Law and Health. Before joining KJK’s Cleveland office, Jace gained experience as a Law Clerk at a boutique probate and estate law firm and participated in KJK’s 2023 Summer Associate Program.
Outside of the office, Jace enjoys golfing, exploring and trying different Cleveland restaurants with his friends, and playing with his dog Bear.
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