Ami Patel
About Ami Patel
Ami Patel is an Associate Attorney at Zashin & Rich Co., L.P.A. in Cleveland, Ohio, where she specializes in employment matters related to civil service and union contracts, as well as restrictive covenants.
Work at Zashin & Rich
Ami Patel has been serving as an Associate Attorney at Zashin & Rich Co., L.P.A. since 2011. In this role, she represents various public sector employers in employment matters that frequently intersect with civil service and union contracts. Her responsibilities include advising on employment policies and drafting handbooks for organizations. Patel also prosecutes and defends restrictive covenants, such as non-competition and non-solicitation agreements, and seeks injunctive and arbitration relief as needed.
Education and Expertise
Ami Patel earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from Ohio University, where she studied from 1997 to 2001. She then pursued a Juris Doctorate at Case Western Reserve University School of Law, completing her studies from 2001 to 2004. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in both social sciences and legal principles, which she applies in her legal practice.
Background
Prior to her current position, Ami Patel worked for the City of Cleveland as the Assistant Director of Law from 2006 to 2011. In this role, she gained valuable experience in municipal law and public sector employment issues. Her legal career has been marked by a focus on representing public sector employers and navigating complex employment matters.
Achievements
Ami Patel has appellate briefing and oral argument experience before the Supreme Court of Ohio and the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals. She has successfully defended municipal administrators in civil service hearings and grievance and arbitration disputes, showcasing her expertise in handling intricate legal challenges in the public sector.