Loriann Fuhrer
About Loriann Fuhrer
Loriann Fuhrer serves as the Director of Business and Employment Litigation at Kegler Brown Hill & Ritter in Columbus, Ohio, where she has worked since 2005. She specializes in defending discrimination, wrongful termination, and FLSA claims and has received recognition for her contributions to the field of law.
Work at Kegler Brown Hill & Ritter
Loriann Fuhrer has served as the Director of Business and Employment Litigation at Kegler Brown Hill & Ritter since 2005. With 19 years of experience in this role, she has developed a strong focus on defending discrimination, wrongful termination, and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) claims. Prior to her current position, she worked as an Associate Attorney at the same firm from 1998 to 2005. Her extensive experience in litigation has established her as a prominent figure in the legal community in Columbus, Ohio.
Education and Expertise
Loriann Fuhrer holds a Doctor of Jurisprudence from The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law, where she studied from 1994 to 1997. She also completed a second Doctor of Jurisprudence at the same institution from 1981 to 1985. Additionally, she earned a Master of Arts in English from The University of Toledo between 1988 and 1991 and a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Mount Union from 1984 to 1988. Her educational background supports her expertise in business and employment litigation.
Background
Before joining Kegler Brown Hill & Ritter, Loriann Fuhrer worked as a Law Clerk for the Honorable David A. Nelson at the U.S. Court of Appeals from 1997 to 1998. This role provided her with valuable insights into the judicial process and enhanced her legal acumen. Her career trajectory reflects a commitment to advancing her skills and knowledge in the field of law, particularly in litigation.
Achievements
Loriann Fuhrer has received recognition for her contributions to the legal field, including being named one of four women in the nation in the 'Up and Coming Litigator' category by Chambers USA Women in Law Awards in 2013. She has also been inducted as a Fellow in the Litigation Counsel of America, an exclusive trial lawyer honorary society that includes less than one-half of one percent of American lawyers. These accolades highlight her professional accomplishments and standing in the legal community.