Firm Overview
McDonald Hopkins is a Cleveland-based Midwest regional firm with a broad commercial practice serving middle-market companies across corporate, litigation, real estate, and healthcare. The firm's geographic spread across Ohio, Illinois, Michigan, and Florida creates a distinctive multi-market footprint.
Associate Experience
Associates at McDonald Hopkins gain early substantive responsibility across the firm's core practice areas in an environment that prioritizes mentorship and practical development.
Lateral Recruiting Context
McDonald Hopkins recruits across its Midwest and Florida markets. For laterals interested in the Cleveland or Columbus markets, the firm offers a solid regional platform.
Rankings
TierLocal/Regional
Firm Size
Total Lawyers214
Associates73
Partners98
Counsel43
Assoc : Partner0.7 : 1
*as of May 2026
Practice Strengths
CorporateLitigationReal EstateLabor & EmploymentBankruptcyHealthcare
Key Markets
ClevelandColumbusChicagoDetroitMiamiWest Palm Beach
