Law’s Michael Benza shares thoughts on FirstEnergy’s defense attorneys used in House Bill 6 scandal

Defense attorneys in HB6 bribery scandal include 11 former DOJ, state prosecutors

cleveland.comMichael Benza, professor of practice at the School of Law, explained that FirstEnergy’s use of elite, well-connected attorneys—including former prosecutors—helps them navigate legal challenges effectively. He noted that lawyers with government experience know how to counter federal strategies, which is important in cases like FirstEnergy’s House Bill 6 scandal.