Andrew’s strong foundation in real estate, title, and property law makes him a trusted advisor on the complex legal and business issues in energy development, infrastructure projects, and high-value real estate transactions.

Andrew Benedejcic is a member of the firm’s Energy group, where he represents developers, lenders, investors, and landowners in the acquisition, development, financing, and disposition of energy and real estate assets. His experience spans renewable energy projects, including utility-scale solar and battery energy storage systems (BESS), as well as natural gas-fired power generation projects. He regularly advises clients on real estate due diligence, title and survey review, financing matters, and the property rights issues critical to successful project development, investment, and project execution.

Andrew also has experience with oil, gas, and mineral rights, including due diligence for unitization applications and the evaluation and negotiation of mineral rights on behalf of landowners and developers. He has represented tax equity investors and developers in renewable energy projects, as well as landowners and lenders in financings and complex real estate acquisitions and dispositions. Drawing on his prior experience as underwriting counsel for a national title insurance company, Andrew provides practical guidance on title marketability, lien priority, mineral rights, and risk allocation, helping clients navigate sophisticated transactions with confidence and efficiency.

Andrew’s combination of real estate, title, energy, and finance experience enables him to anticipate issues before they become obstacles, protect client interests, and deliver practical solutions that advance projects and close deals efficiently.

Education

• Capital University Law School, JD, cum laude (2021)
• University of Kentucky, BA Political Science (2017)

Professional Activities

• Member, Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association – Executive Council of the Young Lawyers Section
• Member, Ohio Land Title Association
• Member, Real Property Section - Ohio Bar Association

• Speaker, “5 Under 60: Safe at Home Act & Seller Impersonation Fraud in Real Estate,” Real Estate Law Institute, Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association (2024)

Andrew enjoys spending time outdoors—whether it’s hiking, kayaking, fishing, or skiing. He’s passionate about music and often unwinds by discovering new artists or playing his guitar. A dedicated fan of college football and basketball, Andrew also follows Cleveland sports year-round. He’s an avid rare bourbon collector and enjoys exploring unique bottles and distilleries in his free time.