Columbus, Ohio -- On May 2, 2013, the Ohio Women’s Bar Foundation (OWBF) will swear in its 4th President, Marilena DiSilvio, of Cleveland, Ohio.

After a career as a registered nurse, Marilena joined Reminger Co., L.P.A. in 1997. Her background and experience made her an invaluable leader in the firm's Medical Malpractice and Healthcare Law Practice Group. Marilena has significant experience in the representation of healthcare providers and healthcare facilities and has tried over 40 medical malpractice cases. She also has expertise in Healthcare Law.

From an administrative standpoint, Marilena is a member of the firm's executive and management committees. She is also responsible for managing the nurse consultants throughout the firm and is intimately involved with the education and mentoring of the firm's young lawyers.

Marilena has been recognized as both an Ohio Rising Star and as an Ohio Super Lawyer multiple times. She has also been recognized by Marquis 'Who's Who of American Women.' Marilena has been elected to the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA). She is also a 2011-12 OWBF Leadership Institute class member.