Based in Chicago, Demetre Klebaner is the Founder and Principal of GC Bench, a modern law firm dedicated to making high-quality legal services accessible to businesses of all sizes. Admitted to the Illinois He began his career at Kirkland & Ellis, later served in government, and went on to serve as General Counsel for a private company, where he was responsible for all legal matters and advised leadership on strategy, risk management, transactions, and compliance. His experience spans working hand-in-hand with business teams across HR, finance, customer support, IT, and product to align legal solutions with operational realities. He is admitted to practice in

He founded GC Bench with the vision of redefining how legal services are delivered: modern, tech-enabled, cost-conscious, and attuned to the realities of running an organization. He is passionate about supporting clients as a true partner—helping them navigate complexity, seize opportunities, and keep moving forward.

Education

JD, Yale Law School

BA, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Founder & Principal

Bar Admission: Illinois, 2016

Our mission

Transform Legal from "the cost of doing business" to an indispensable partner. GC Bench delivers modern, tech-enabled counsel that creates real value without weighing clients down with unnecessary costs and red tape.

Our vision

Our vision is a world where every business—regardless of size or resources—can access excellent legal counsel without unnecessary barriers.