Jenni Edwards named Co-Chair of Porter Wright’s Labor and Employment Department

Porter Wright is proud to announce that partner Jenni Edwards has been named to co-lead the Labor and Employment Department alongside current chair Chris Russell, who has led the department since 2022.

“Jenni is an exceptional attorney and leader, and I am thrilled to have her join me as co-chair of our Labor and Employment Department,” shares Chris Russell. “Her deep experience, strategic mindset and dedication to client service make her a natural fit for this role. I look forward to working alongside Jenni as we continue to provide insightful counsel and innovative solutions for our clients.”

Jenni has led a distinguished career advising clients in both the public and private sectors. Senior executives frequently seek her counsel on high-stakes employment matters, from negotiating complex collective bargaining agreements to developing litigation strategies and overseeing sensitive internal investigations. She has handled some of the most challenging workplace cases, including allegations of hostile work environments, race and sex-based misconduct and other serious claims against C-suite executives of Fortune 500 and Fortune 650 companies.

Her dedication to the legal profession and her clients, combined with her extensive experience, make her an invaluable asset to Porter Wright's leadership team.