Partner

With a strong background of helping those in need and diligence in her law practice, Katherine Macek has developed a sharp eye for how employee rights can easily be violated. Katherine is dedicated to protecting the rights of her clients through personal representation from the first consultation to the final decision. She has the perseverance and ability to fight for her clients, including in cases involving discrimination, harassment, unjust termination, retaliation, and much more.

As a partner who has quickly built a successful career path, Katherine is effective and responsive to the needs of her clients. She keeps clients up-to-date on the status of their cases, working closely with them to determine the best legal strategy with an emphasis on cost-effectiveness, and a thorough understanding of the legal issues.

In addition to her law practice, Katherine also serves as a student advisor for Themis Bar Review and prepares students to sit for the Ohio Bar Examination.  She also is proud to pass on her legal knowledge as a Professor for undergraduate, graduate, and law students at Concord Law School, Rasmussen College, California Southern University, and the American Public University, teaching in the areas of Employment Law, Evidence, Corporate Law, Legal Ethics, and Civil Litigation.

Katherine is an avid reader and Michigan State sports fan.  She enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and trying new cuisines.

Katherine is actively assisting new clients.  She may be reached by calling (419) 243-1239.

BAR ADMISSIONS

• State of Ohio
• State of Michigan
• U.S. Circuit Court, Sixth Circuit
• U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
• U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
• U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Northern District of Ohio

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS & MEMBERSHIPS

• American Bar Association
• Ohio State Bar Association
• Michigan Bar Association
• Toledo Bar Association
• Toledo Women’s Bar Association

EDUCATION

University of Toledo, College of Law, Toledo, Ohio.  J.D.

Honors/Activities: Moot court competitor and coach, Certificate of Concentration in Labor and Employment Law

Executive Board Women’s Law Student Association, Executive Board of Phi Alpha Delta, Dean’s List, WLSA Scholarship

Recipient, Pro Bono commendation

Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI. B.A. Political Science

Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI B.A. Psychology

IN THE PRESS
What’s the State of AI in the Legal Industry? 10 Experts Share Their  Insights, Sam Mire, September 20, 2019 located at: https://www.disruptordaily.com/state-of-ai-law/
What are the Challenges to AI Adoption in the Legal Industry? 10 Experts Share Their Insights, Same Mire, September 24, 2019 located at:  https://www.disruptordaily.com/ai-challenges-legal/

AREAS OF PRACTICE

• Labor and Employment Law
• Employment Discrimination
• Unemployment Compensation
• Wrongful Discharge
• Labor issues
• Business Formation
• Litigation
• Appellate Representation
• Estate Planning
• Domestic Relations

ASSISTANT

Kathy’s Legal Assistants are Barb Carr and Tracy Costello