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his tenure on the federal bench, “I have resolved
always to treat female attorneys with dignity
and respect, and I have made sure that the male
attorneys who appear before me do the same.”
As for those everyday chores, both share
washing the dishes and Deborah does most of
the cooking. Judge Polster has always done the
laundry and takes out the trash.

David A. Young & Marilena DiSilvio
David and Marilena are two litigators balancing
busy practices with two sons. Marilena is
currently a Partner at Elk & Elk, focusing on
birth injuries, medical negligence, and personal
injury. They were asked to tell about a memorable
time when either supported the other’s legal
career. Marilena described when David opened
his own law practice:
“David began his legal career as an associate at
a large law firm defending civil cases. After a few
years, and thoughtful reflection, he came to realize
his passion was in the representation of employees
and executives in all areas of employment law and 800-391-5127 Ranked as a 2019 U.S.
discrimination. He left the security of working at koehler.law News’ Best Lawyers
a firm to start a solo practice focusing on strong
and aggressive advocacy in employment related Best Law Firm
matters. From the brainstorming of the initial in multiple categories.
business plan, I have been so proud and supportive
of his vision and unwavering dedication to the
delivery of exceptional legal services.”
As for promoting women in the legal profession, GET ENGAGED!
here is where I get to interject myself and tell a story.
David was instrumental in helping me establish
my solo practice, which will be 10 years old in
July. We both practice employment law and share JoIN A SEctIoN
office space. He has been a great mentor to me and
provided encouragement to me throughout the
years, for which I will be forever grateful!
Regarding family/home responsibilities, Women in law section
Marilena is the chef of the family, while “home
projects, particularly painting, are David’s First Wednesday of the month, at the CMBA
bailiwick.” David has also, apparently, perfected
the art of taking out the trash, such that Marilena laura W. Creed, Co-Chair
“should never get involved!” Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas
(216) 348-4011
cplwc@cuyahogacounty.us
Kami D. Brauer is a solo practitioner
representing employees in labor and kaMi d. Brauer, Co-Chair
employment matters. She currently The Law Firm of Kami D. Brauer, LLC
serves as Co-Chair of the CMBA’s
Women in Law Section and is a (216) 236-8537
member of the Judicial Review Committee. She kamibrauer@kdbrauerlaw.com
also currently serves as the President of the
Cleveland Employment American Inn of Court.
She has been a member of the CMBA since 2002. for information on how to join a section or committee, contact
She can be reached at (216) 236-8537 or samantha pringle at (216) 696-3525 x 2008 or springle@clemetrobar.org.
kamibrauer@kdbrauerlaw.com.
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