Supporting Staff

Sherri Neiding McComas

Sherri McComas is an associate attorney of Consolo O’Brien LLC, whose practice is devoted to the defense of workers’ compensation claims. Since 1989, Ms. McComas has assisted state-funded and self-insured employers in the management and defense of workers’ compensation claims. Her experience includes representation of employers concerning allowance and compensation issues at all levels of the administrative process, as well as in trial and appellate court. In addition, Sherri has defended employers against discrimination and wrongful discharge claims.

Ms. McComas is a graduate of Miami University and The Ohio State University School of Law. She is admitted to practice before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit and the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio.

Suzanne Zaranko

Suzanne Zaranko is the Legal Assistant for Consolo O'Brien LLC. Since 1995, Ms. Zaranko has assisted with the management and defense of workers’ compensation claims both at the administrative and court levels.

Ms. Zaranko is experienced in preparing for workers’ compensation hearings, case management, and medical and employment records analysis. Suzanne is also proficient in legal research, preparation of pleadings, coordinating depositions and summarizing deposition testimony. She also is responsible for preparation and organization of trial exhibits, identifying, locating and interviewing witnesses.

Ms. Zaranko graduated magna cum laude from Cuyahoga Community College in March 1996 where she received an Associates Degree with a Certificate in Paralegal Studies. She has received certification in workers’ compensation advanced claim management and qualified to file pleadings electronically in federal courts. In addition Suzanne assists attorneys with preparation for workers’ compensation seminars and has presented basic workers’ compensation training at seminars.

Debra J. Rann

Debbie Rann is office manager for Consolo O’Brien LLC. Debbie has over 20 years experience in office administration and management. She is responsible for the firm’s budget, accounts payable and receivables and day-to-day office management. In addition, Debbie performs legal secretarial tasks and litigation costs management.