Thompson Hine LLP , a premier international law firm with over 400 lawyers, named James B. Aronoff to be the new Partner-in-Charge of its Cleveland office replacing April Miller Boise in the position. Boise is departing Thompson Hine to serve as the new Vice President and general counsel for Veyance Technologies, the exclusive manufacturer of Goodyear Engineered Products.
David Hooker, Thompson Hine Managing Partner, expressed his excitement over Aronoff’s addition to the firm. “Jim is a superstar who exemplifies our high standards for client service. He is passionate about our clients, the community and our firm. He will do an outstanding job leading the Cleveland office.”
Aronoff has been with the firm since he graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Law. He was the former Administrative Partner of the Cleveland office and served as the chairperson of the Real Estate Capital Markets practice of Thompson Hine. Aronoff was named among the top lawyers by the Chambers USA, The Best Lawyers in America, Super Lawyers, BTI’s Client Service All Stars. He was also the recipient of The President’s Award given by the Cleveland Bar Association.
Hooker also noted April Boise’s valuable contribution to the firm. He said that Thompson Hine was grateful for her service and her achievements in her career. “It is the ultimate compliment to have our partners hired to serve as chief legal officers of leading businesses. Over the years, a number of Thompson Hine partners have become general counsels in top organizations. We congratulate April and look forward to continuing our relationship with her in her new role.â€