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Ohio State is in the process of revising websites and program materials to accurately reflect compliance with the law. While this work occurs, language referencing protected class status or other activities prohibited by Ohio Senate Bill 1 may still appear in some places. However, all programs and activities are being administered in compliance with federal and state law.

Erika L. Pearsol, JD

Senior Associate General Counsel

Erika joined the Office of Legal Affairs in 2013. She advises and counsels the university regarding labor and employment issues, including issues arising under Ohio’s Collective Bargaining Law (ORC chapter 4117), Title VII, ADA, FMLA, ADEA, OWBPA, FLSA and state employment laws. 

Prior to joining Ohio State, Erika was the Director of Employee and Labor Relations and in-house counsel for Ohio University. Erika previously worked for the Ohio Attorney General’s office representing colleges and universities in labor and employment matters including state and federal litigation, arbitrations and mediations. Before moving her practice to the public sector, Erika was a partner at a boutique labor and employment law firm where she represented employees and labor unions in a wide variety of matters. 


Professional Affiliations:
National Association of College and University Attorneys

Education: 
J.D., The Ohio State University, Michael E. Moritz College of Law
B.A., Kent State University Honors College

Administrative Support: 
Maggie Smith