Pilawa & Brennan Co., L.P.A. – Cleveland, OH

Protecting Business Interests in Cleveland

Pilawa & Brennan Co., L.P.A. is a distinguished litigation firm in Cleveland, known for its expertise in insurance defense and commercial law. Partners Dennis M. Pilawa and Kimberly A. Brennan bring decades of trial experience to the table, offering the sophisticated representation of a large firm with the responsiveness and cost-efficiency of a boutique practice. The firm primarily serves businesses and insurance carriers, defending them against claims and protecting their bottom line. Located in the historic Hanna Building in Playhouse Square, the firm is situated at the intersection of Cleveland’s culture and commerce.

Specialized Defense Litigation

The firm’s practice is focused on defending clients in civil litigation, with a particular emphasis on complex insurance matters.

• Insurance Defense: Representing insurance companies and their insureds in personal injury, property damage, and bad faith claims.
• Commercial Litigation: Handling business disputes including breach of contract, partnership conflicts, and employment practices liability.
• Fire & Casualty: Expertise in investigating and litigating claims related to fire loss, explosions, and catastrophic property damage.
• Trucking & Auto Liability: Defending commercial carriers and drivers in serious accident cases.

Trial-Ready Advocacy

At Pilawa & Brennan, the attorneys are true trial lawyers who are not afraid to take a case to a jury verdict. Their philosophy is that being fully prepared for trial is the best way to achieve a favorable settlement. They have appeared in courts across all 88 Ohio counties and in federal jurisdictions. The firm is also recognized for its appellate work, handling complex appeals when necessary to correct legal errors.

The firm’s location in the Hanna Building places it in one of Cleveland’s most prestigious addresses. Clients appreciate the firm’s direct communication style and their ability to simplify complex legal issues. Whether defending a wrongful termination claim or a multi-million dollar injury suit, Pilawa & Brennan Co., L.P.A. stands as a steadfast defender of its clients’ rights.