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Alec Wightman
BY HEATHER G. SOWALD
Alec Wightman has been in love with music since he first heard rock-androll on the radio as a child. His musical interest, always the background for his life, has led to many friendships and experiences and now a published book. He accomplished this while being a corporate attorney who was also involved in managing the national Baker Hostetler law firm.
After beginning his practice with a small business law firm, Alec joined the Baker Hostetler law firm, taking on significant roles in the firm’s national management, including as co-executive partner in charge. Now he is enjoying semi-retirement, which pre-pandemic included international travels with his wife.
Although he is not a musician, Alec became enamored with rock and roll music at the age of 10, often scouring record shops for new discoveries. His first musical booking occurred at Euclid High School for a fundraising dance, but it would not be his last. After high school, he attended Duke University where he played tennis, a sport he continued to play until recently. Alec met his wife, Kathy, with whom he has two adult daughters, Emily and Nora, while attending OSU’s law school (J.D. 1975). Kathy is also enthusiastic about music and frequently accompanies him to concerts around the country, including Rock & Roll Hall of Fame events.
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