Janica Tucker

Since 2020, I have been the partner-in-charge of the Taft Columbus office, which includes more than 50 attorneys and 35 other team members. My practice focuses on representing clients in all aspects of employment and labor law. • Represent employers in planning and preparing policies, handbooks and procedures. • Represent high-level executives and management in employment, separation and non-compete agreements. • Assist clients in managing and navigating electronic discovery, including database management and production of electronic information. • Represent physician practice groups and other healthcare service providers in labor and employment matters and government compliance, such as affirmative action plans. • Represent higher education institutions and secondary education institutions in labor and employment matters, advising clients regarding internal investigations and/or conducting internal investigations. • Provide management and staff training on employment policies and procedures, such as harassment prevention and management and leadership training. • Represent employers in a broad range of employment matters, including sexual harassment, discrimination, retaliation and wrongful discharge matters. • Tried six jury trials--two as first chair. • Argued appeals in Sixth Circuit and Tenth District courts. • Provide Title IX training and conduct investigations that include Title IX, Clery and VAWA.