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September 28, 2023

Charity Hyde Elected as Vice Chair of the Aviation Section of the Federation of Defense and Corporate Counsel

Perez Morris is pleased to announce the appointment of Charity Hyde, Chief Diversity Officer and Managing Attorney, as the Vice Chair of the Aviation Section of the Federation of Defense and Corporate Counsel (FDCC). This role is a testament to Charity’s outstanding legal acumen and her unwavering dedication to the profession.

The Aviation Law Section, where Charity will serve, is committed to enhancing the expertise of FDCC members who represent corporate entities, insurance companies, and their policyholders in aviation-related legal matters. As Vice Chair, Charity joins an elite group within the FDCC, a selective organization limited to 1,300 US attorneys in private practice. Charity has vast experience defending corporate clients in the aviation industry and is also a member of the International Aviation Womens Association (IAWA).

The FDCC, composed of recognized leaders in the legal community who have achieved professional distinction, is dedicated to promoting the knowledge, fellowship, and professionalism of its members as they pursue the course of a balanced justice system.

Congratulations, Charity!

September 26, 2023

Celia Schnupp Speaks with TLNT on Menopause Accommodations for Employers

Celia Schnupp, an attorney at Perez Morris, recently participated in a Q&A with TLNT to discuss the necessity for employers to accommodate women with menopause symptoms. The US Department of Labor estimates 516,000 workforce departures linked to a lack of consideration for these symptoms, with an additional 1.7 million women considered “at risk” of leaving.

Celia’s discussion with TLNT highlights the need for employers to recognize the challenges women encounter during menopause. “Employers that either downplay or ignore this are likely to suffer big problems when it comes to attracting and retaining talent.”

September 21, 2023

Kerin Kaminski featured on the CMBA podcast

Perez Morris attorney Kerin Kaminski was recently featured on the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association podcast My BarStory. In a conversation with CMBA CEO and longtime colleague, Becky Ruppert McMahon, Kerin delved into her pivotal role as Past President of the Cleveland Bar Association. Kerin “has a powerful legacy as both a pioneer and a leader in Northeast Ohio’s legal community,” shares Becky. Kerin “helped raise the bar for women in the highest levels of law practice and she did it while always elevating the importance of inclusion, diversity, equity and public service in her business.”

Listen to their discussion here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2029417/13555817

August 17, 2023

Elizabeth P. Weeden Named “Lawyer of the Year” in the 2024 edition of The Best Lawyers in America©

Perez Morris is proud to announce that Elizabeth P. Weeden has been honored as “Lawyer of the Year” in Columbus, Ohio, in the 2024 edition of The Best Lawyers in America©. This prestigious recognition in the field of Workers’ Compensation Law – Employers is a testament to Beth’s outstanding work and dedication to her clients. Beth represents employers in all administrative hearings before the Industrial Commission of Ohio and the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation. She frequently speaks on workers’ compensation issues and educates employers on supervisory tactics for successfully defending workers’ compensation claims.

The “Lawyer of the Year” accolade is awarded to individual lawyers who receive the highest overall peer-feedback in a specific practice area and geographic region.

Congratulations, Beth!

August 17, 2023

Nineteen Perez Morris attorneys named in the 2024 edition of The Best Lawyers in America©

Perez Morris is proud to announce that 19 of its attorneys were named in the 2024 edition of The Best Lawyers in America. Congratulations to Karen Giffen, Rick Hernandez, Kerin Lyn Kaminski, Troy B. Morris, Jeanne M. Mullin, Kevin L. Murch, Kathleen Nitschke, Juan J. Perez, Sarah Perez, Jan L. Roller, Christine Santoni, Myra Barsoum Stockett, Elizabeth P. Weeden, and Mony B.P. Yin on their recognition in Best Lawyers. Matthew Turkalj, Jian (Philip) Jiao, Amanda M. Morris, Michelle M. Thompson, and Courtney L. Bow were also included in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch.

Six Perez Morris lawyers were recognized for the first time and the firm doubled the number of attorneys who were featured in last year’s edition.

Best Lawyers has a sophisticated peer-review process that identifies outstanding lawyers by conducting exhaustive surveys in which tens of thousands of leading lawyers confidentially evaluate their professional peers.

Our lawyers were featured in the practice areas listed below:

2024 Best Lawyers

Karen L. Giffen

Employment Law – Management
Litigation – Labor and Employment

Rick Hernandez

Workers’ Compensation Law – Employers

Kerin Lyn Kaminski

Commercial Litigation
Employment Law – Management
Litigation – Labor and Employment

Troy B. Morris

Commercial Litigation
Litigation – Construction

Jeanne M. Mullin

Health Care Law
Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants
Professional Malpractice Law – Defendants

Kevin L. Murch

Commercial Litigation
Litigation – Labor and Employment

Kathleen A. Nitschke

Banking and Finance Law
Commercial Litigation
Real Estate Law

Juan J. Perez

Commercial Litigation

Sarah Perez

Litigation – Labor and Employment

Jan L. Roller

Commercial Litigation
Litigation – Insurance
Mediation
Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants

Christine Santoni

Employment Law – Management
Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants
Professional Malpractice Law – Defendants

Myra Barsoum Stockett

Insurance Law
Litigation – Insurance

Elizabeth Weeden

Workers’ Compensation Law – Employers

Mony B.P. Yin

Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants

2024 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch

Courtney L. Bow

Commercial Litigation

Jian (Philip) Jiao

Commercial Litigation

Amanda M. Morris

Commercial Litigation
Litigation – Labor and Employment
Transportation Law

Michelle M. Thompson

Litigation – Construction
Litigation – Labor and Employment
Product Liability Litigation – Defendants

Matthew Turkalj

Health Care Law
Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants
Professional Malpractice Law

August 1, 2023

Kerin Kaminski and Karen Giffen featured on the CMBA podcast

Perez Morris attorneys, Kerin Kaminski and Karen Giffen, were recently featured on the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association podcast My BarStory.

Joined by their longtime friend, CMBA CEO Becky Ruppert McMahon, they highlighted the value of friendship in their professional journey and the importance of civic engagement in their practice. Their story is a testament to their dedication, resilience, and commitment to excellence in the legal profession.

Listen to their discussion to learn more about their unique journey
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2029417/13185885

July 18, 2023

Sarah Perez featured on Columbus Business First Women of Influence Podcast

Perez Morris Managing Partner, Sarah Perez, was recently featured in Columbus Business First’s “Women of Influence.” As an honoree in the Trailblazers category, Sarah shares her journey of resilience and leadership in her professional life and personal roles.

Under Sarah’s leadership, Perez Morris has experienced significant growth, with the employment law team growing by 400% since 2018. In 2022, Perez Morris expanded into the Cleveland area and has made remarkable strides by more than doubling the size of its Cleveland office in just a year.

Sarah’s words of wisdom for young women entering the workforce? “Work hard and learn everything you can, both what you want to emulate and what you want to avoid, but in that process do not lose yourself. “She encourages embracing change and taking risks if your career path doesn’t align with your true self.

June 13, 2023

Karen Giffen and Jan Roller receive CMBA Legacy150 “Living Legacy” Award

Perez Morris is proud to announce that Karen Giffen and Jan Roller are 2 of only 17 distinguished recipients for the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association’s (CMBA) Legacy150 “Living Legacy” Award. In recognition of the CMBA’s 150-year anniversary, this one-time award represents a prestigious acknowledgment of excellence.

The Living Legacy Award pays tribute to lawyers who, over the span of their illustrious careers, have demonstrated remarkable leadership, innovation, and professional excellence, effecting profound transformation in the legal, business, and/or civic arena in Greater Cleveland.

Congratulations to Karen and Jan on this remarkable honor in recognition of their exceptional leadership and contributions to the legal profession and their community. The award ceremony will take place at the CMBA’s Rock the Bar event on June 24, 2023, at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

Learn more: https://www.clemetrobar.org/?pg=RockTheBar

May 26, 2023

Sarah Perez selected as 2024 Women WELDing the Way

Perez Morris is proud to announce that Managing Partner Sarah Perez has been selected as one of 12 women by Women for Economic and Leadership Development (WELD) as a 2024 Women WELDing the Way® honoree. The award recognizes Sarah as a high impact leader, who is dedicated to supporting the leadership development of other women and who gives time, talent and resources to the central Ohio community.

“The women being recognized have stepped up as leaders in new and bolder ways to create the change needed to empower women and overcome economic disparity in our communities and workplaces,” says WELD President & CEO Barb Smoot.

Sarah Perez became managing partner in 2019, and by 2022 Perez Morris became Ohio’s largest certified woman-owned law firm. Under her leadership, the firm has opened several new offices in the Northeast and Ohio and has doubled in size.

May 25, 2023

Vista Village Project Receives Positive Coverage in The Columbus Dispatch

We’re excited to share that the Vista Village project, founded by Perez Morris’ founding partner John Perez, was recently featured in the Columbus Dispatch. The article provides a detailed overview of the project and its innovative approach to affordable housing.

John estimates that Vista Village will cost $6 million, with most of that covered by $100,000 sponsorships for each home. So far, the project has sponsors for 31 of the 41 homes planned for the first phase.

“We’re asking for more than the money. We want our sponsors to become mentors to our residents,” John said. “At first, I really hoped someone would give us $6 million. That would have been easy, but I learned in the past year if someone had written a check, it would have shortchanged our residents. We want people involved.”

John says housing is only one component of helping people transition out of homelessness–having people invested in helping them in other ways and providing services will be the key to transition them to employment.