About Patrick
Patrick J. Perotti is a partner at Dworken & Bernstein Co., L.P.A., a prominent law firm with offices in Painesville and Cleveland, Ohio. With over 40 years of legal experience, he has developed a specialization in employment law and civil rights. This extensive background has earned him the distinction of being a certified employment law specialist—a designation that is held by less than one percent of attorneys in Ohio. His commitment to these fields has made him a respected figure among peers and clients alike. Mr. Perotti graduated cum laude from Cleveland Marshall College of Law in 1982, where he developed his legal skills and knowledge.
Prior to that, he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Cleveland State University in 1977. His academic achievements laid a strong foundation for a career dedicated to advocating for the rights of individuals in the workplace. He is admitted to practice in Ohio and has the privilege of representing clients in several federal courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit. Throughout his career, Mr. Perotti has been recognized for his significant contributions to consumer class actions and employment discrimination cases.
Notably, he has directed over $50 million in unclaimed class action funds to charities and non-profits through the Ohio Lawyers Give Back initiative. This initiative highlights his commitment not only to his clients but also to the broader community, demonstrating the impact of legal work beyond the courtroom. His accolades include being named to the Best Lawyers in America list in the practice areas of Employment Law for Individuals and Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions - Plaintiffs. Membership in several professional organizations further shows his dedication to the legal profession. Mr. Perotti is an active member of the Ohio State Bar Association, Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association, Lake County Bar Association. The Federal Bar Association.
Additionally, he participates in the National Employment Lawyers Association and the Ohio Employment Lawyers Association, as well as the American Society of International Law and its Federal Courts & Practice Committee. Mr. Perotti's contributions to the community and the legal field have not gone unnoticed — He received the Alan R. Schonberg Community Rescuer Award in 2008 and the Association of Fund Raising Professionals’ National Philanthropy Day Corporate Leadership Award in 2009. His offices are located at 60 South Park Place, Painesville, OH 44077, and 1468 West 9th Street, Suite 135, Cleveland, OH 44113. Through his experience and unwavering commitment to justice, Patrick J. Perotti continues to make a significant impact in the realm of employment law and civil rights.
