About Jay
Jay Perez built his legal foundation at Capital University Law School. He carried that education into practice across state lines, holding licenses in both Ohio and New York. His training at Capital shaped his approach to courtroom work and client counsel, and he has kept those skills active in private practice.
Perez is the founder of Jay Perez Law. He established the firm to handle cases that intersect criminal law and immigration matters. Over the years he has represented clients in state and federal matters, drawing on rules and procedures in both jurisdictions where he is authorized to practice. He has practiced under his firm name and maintains an active role in case strategy and courtroom advocacy.
Membership in professional groups plays a part in his work. Perez is a current member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. He also belongs to the Ohio State Bar Association and the Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Those affiliations give him access to continuing legal education and peer networks that inform case preparation and trial techniques.
Perez's work often involves legal issues that cross between criminal proceedings and immigration consequences. He represents clients facing criminal charges who may also confront immigration effects, and he handles immigration matters that require familiarity with criminal statutes. He prepares pleadings, handles hearings, and appears in court when necessary. He also counsels clients on procedural steps, potential outcomes, and options available under current law.
Outside the courtroom Perez spends time following changes in state and federal law that affect his clients. He attends seminars and association meetings to stay current on case law and regulatory developments in both Ohio and New York. He draws on those updates when advising clients about risk, relief options, and next steps.
Today Perez practices as the principal attorney at Jay Perez Law. He serves clients in Ohio and New York and handles matters that involve both criminal defense and immigration law.
