Lee McGraw Brewer

Experience

With over four decades of legal experience, Lee McGraw Brewer brings unmatched depth and insight to our expanding legal team. Her distinguished career in Surety and Fidelity Law has made her a trusted authority in the field, known for her strategic acumen, ethical rigor, and commitment to excellence.

Presentations and Thought Leadership

Lee is a frequent speaker and accomplished author in her field. She has presented to:

• American Bar Association (TIPS/FSLC)
• National Bond Claims Association
• Northeast Surety & Fidelity Claims Conference
• National Association of Surety Bond Producers
• Fidelity Law Association, Surety Association of Ohio, and RIMS

Notable Publications

• 2023 What Does Commercial Surety Mean Now– Co-presenter at the NE Surety & Fidelity Claims Conference
• 2020 Arbitration and the Surety– ABA publication, co-editor
• 2016 Ethical Limits in Settlement Negotiations– ABA The Brief, Vol. 45
• 2014 Computer Fraud Coverage– NE Bond Conference presentation
• 2009 Claims and Defenses Against The Surety– ABA Publishing, The Law of Performance Bonds
• Many more from 1993-2015 covering ethics, litigation, contract law and coverage topics

Professional and Civic Engagement

• Member, LawPact^®      
• Member, American, Ohio State, Columbus, and Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Associations
• Member, American Arbitration Association Roster of Arbitrators, focusing on construction law
• Vice-Chair, Fidelity and Surety Law Committee (FSLC), ABA Tort and Practice Section
• Board Member, Surety Association of Ohio
• Former Director, National Bond Claims Association

Recognition and Honors

• AV Preeminent^® rated by Martindale-Hubbell

Before joining Meyers Roman, Lee managed claims for multiple sureties, served as a partner at a fidelity and surety consulting firm, and practiced privately for over 20 years.