Fishel Downey Albrecht & Riepenhoff LLP
7775 Walton Pkwy Ste 200
New Albany, OH 43054
614-221-1216 www.fisheldowney.com
Skillful and Ambitious
Recognized as a Super Lawyer – Rising Star for Ohio and Kentucky, Jessica is a skillful litigator. Her practice focuses on employment law, civil litigation and insurance defense. Jessica also advises employers regarding compliance with federal, state and local employment laws and regulations, and is experienced in arbitration proceedings, administrative investigations, and contract negotiations. Prior to joining FDAR, Jessica worked in both an in-house counsel capacity and at a mid-sized labor and employment law firm.
Jessica received her Juris Doctor degree in May 2014 from Capital University Law School, earning both pro bono honors and Capital’s Ambassador award for promoting the mission, value, and spirit of her alma mater. During law school, she was president of the American Constitution Society, was on the National Labor and Employment Moot Court team, and served as an extern in labor relations at the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections.
On the Personal Side
Jessica is an animal lover, avid traveler and a fan of Chicago sports. In her free time Jessica enjoys reading, listening to podcasts, and hiking. Jessica frequently donates her free time to causes she is passionate about including political campaigns, animal rescues, and local homeless and domestic violence shelters.
Professional Memberships
Columbus Bar Association
Ohio State Bar Association
Practice Areas
Civil Litigation
Insurance Defense
Labor and Employment
Credentials and Distinctions
Super Lawyers, Rising Star® 2021
Education
Capital University School of Law, J.D.
University of Illinois at Springfield, B.A. in English
Bar Admissions
Supreme Court of Ohio
United States District Court, Southern District of Ohio
United States District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Supreme Court of Kentucky
United States District Court, Western District of Kentucky