Hannah Mahaffey - Cleveland, OH
Attorney at Cavitch Familo Durkin Co LPA
Labor and Employment Lawyers in Cleveland, OH
1300 East Ninth Street 20th Floor Cleveland, OH 44114
Cleveland Labor and Employment Lawyer
Updated: 07/30/2026
Areas of Practice
- Labor and Employment
- Commercial Litigation
- General Litigation
Litigation: 100%
Attorney Information
Overview
Hannah Mahaffey joined Cavtich in May 2025 as an Associate Attorney.
Hannah is a skilled and experienced attorney based in Cleveland, Ohio, known for her strong background in litigation and unwavering commitment to justice. She earned her Juris Doctor from Cleveland State University College of Law in 2023, where she was Vice Chair of the Moot Court Team and graduated Cum Laude. While maintaining a leadership position on the Moot Court Team and participating in various competitions, she also held a position on the Student Bar Association and was an active member of the Women’s Law Association.
Her experience includes working on complex commercial litigation and labor and employment cases, managing high-volume caseloads, drafting compelling legal documents, and providing strategic counsel in both federal and state courts. Hannah is passionate about delivering legal counsel that aligns with clients’ needs and providing thoughtful, strategic advocacy.
Before law school, Hannah graduated as a President’s List honoree from Kent State University in 2020 where she obtained degrees in Psychology and Criminal Justice. During her undergraduate studies, Hannah served as president of the Criminal Justice Association, participated in the Psychology Association, Student Counsel, and held various positions in the Delta Zeta Sorority. Additionally, she studied abroad twice in Florence, Italy at Kent State University’s Florence location.
Hannah was born and raised in Cleveland, and in her spare time likes to travel, lift weights, spend time with friends, and relax with her two cats, Leo and Junie.
Education
Legal Education
-
Cleveland State University College of Law,
Cleveland,
Ohio, 2023
J.D.
Honors: cum laude
Honors: Dean's List
Non Legal Education
-
Kent State University,
Kent,
Ohio, 2020
B.A.
Honors: magna cum laude
Major: Psychology & Criminal Justice
Current Employment Position(s)
-
Attorney
Past Positions
- Walter Haverfield, Associate Attorney, 2024 2025
- Hilow & Spellacy, Criminal Defense Attorney, 2023 2024
Languages
-
English
Representative Cases
-
Represent employers in discrimination, retaliation, and workplace-related claims in both federal and state courts, including claims arising under Title VII and analogous federal and state statutes.
-
Manage state investigations, including those conducted by the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission and the Ohio Civil Rights Commission related to claims under Title VII, the Fair Labor Standards Act, and various federal and state statutes.
-
Handle aspects of defending businesses with discrimination and retaliation matters in federal and state court.
-
Represent businesses in complex commercial litigation matters in federal and state courts, as well as arbitration proceedings.
-
Handle aspects of the defense and prosecution of non-compete, non-solicitation, and related post-employment disputes, including drafting pleadings and advising on enforcement strategies.
-
Draft employment-related agreements and policies, including employee handbooks, employment agreements, and workplace policies addressing compliance and risk mitigation.
-
Advise businesses on employment practices and workplace policies to ensure compliance with federal and state law.
-
Handle aspects of defending business clients in matters concerning employment and accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act and related state statutes.
Other Affiliations
- Member of the Providence House Phriends Associate's Board
- Ladder Down Cleveland Class of 2026
- Member of The Judge John M. Manos Inn of Court
- Federal Bar Association, 2024 – Present
Fraternities and Sororities
- Delta Zeta
Contact
1300 East Ninth Street
20th Floor
Cleveland, OH 44114
Phone Number: 216-621-1493
Fax Number: 216-621-3415
Email: Send a message
Disclaimer
Your Profile? Update Now
When viewing a listing, consider the state advertising restrictions to which lawyers and law firms must adhere, as well as our FindLaw.com Legal Directory disclaimer. Some lawyers publish comparative information regarding the services that they provide which may be subject to specific comparative communications restrictions.
How do I choose a lawyer?
Consider the following:
- Comfort Level – Are you comfortable telling the lawyer personal information? Does the lawyer seem interested in solving your problem?
- Credentials – How long has the lawyer been in practice? Has the lawyer worked on other cases similar to yours?
- Cost – How are the lawyer's fees structured — hourly or flat fee? Can the lawyer estimate the cost of your case?
- City – Is the lawyer's office conveniently located?
Not sure what questions to ask a lawyer?
Here are a few to get you started:
- How long have you been in practice?
- How many cases like mine have you handled?
- How often do you settle cases out of court?
- What are your fees and costs?
- What are the next steps?
Want to check lawyer discipline?
It is always a good idea to research your lawyer prior to hiring. Every state has a disciplinary organization that monitors attorneys, their licenses, and consumer complaints. By researching lawyer discipline you can:
- Ensure the attorney is currently licensed to practice in your state
- Gain an understanding of his or her historical disciplinary record, if any.
- Determine the seriousness of complaints/issues which could range from late bar fees to more serious issues requiring disciplinary action.