Claire I. Wade

Claire I. Wade is a partner at Wade Mapley, LLC, located in Cleveland, Ohio, where she provides legal representation in a wide range of employment and labor matters. Her practice focuses on employment litigation, including wrongful termination, workplace discrimination and sexual harassment claims. She works with both individuals and businesses, guiding clients through complicated workplace disputes and helping them understand their legal rights and obligations.

With a strong background in litigation, Ms. Wade is known for her practical approach and careful case preparation. She works closely with clients to evaluate the circumstances of each case and develop tailored legal strategies. Whether pursuing claims on behalf of employees or defending employers, she is committed to achieving fair and effective resolutions through negotiation or courtroom advocacy.

Admitted to practice law in Ohio since 2015, Ms. Wade is active in the legal community and maintains involvement in several professional organizations. She is an associate of The Cleveland Employment American Inn of Court and a member of multiple bar associations, including the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association, where she participates in both the Labor and Employment Law Section and the Small Firm and Solo Practitioner Section. She is also a member of the West Shore Bar Association.

Ms. Wade earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from California State University, Fullerton, in 2001. She later pursued her legal education at Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law, where she obtained her Juris Doctor in 2007. Her academic and professional experiences have shaped her comprehensive understanding of employment law and continue to inform her practice today.