Pariss M. Coleman II

Pariss M. Coleman II has extensive experience in the legal field. Pariss M. served as the Chief Litigation Counsel at The Andersons, Inc. from December 2016 to present. In this role, they oversee all divisional legal matters and provides guidance on corporate environmental, health and safety, litigation, and employment matters. Prior to this, Pariss worked as a Senior Counsel at The Andersons, Inc. from September 2016 to December 2022, where they led a team in supporting legal matters for the division and directed outside counsel and internal legal efforts.

Before joining The Andersons, Inc., Pariss worked at Spengler Nathanson P.L.L. as an Attorney from August 2014 to September 2016. As a Partner within the firm, they supervised a team and supported various business practices, including real estate, construction, and acquisition and divestitures. Pariss M. also handled litigation cases, including product liability and medical negligence.

Pariss also gained valuable experience at Cooper & Kowalski LPA, where they worked as an Attorney and Partner from February 2000 to July 2014. Their responsibilities included supporting commercial litigation practice in various disputes and drafting agreements for automotive supply chain, employment, and real estate transactions. Additionally, they provided counsel to clients on entity choice, business operation, and strategic development. Pariss also specializes in tort liability defense, including multi-district pattern litigation, asbestos defense, premises liability defense, and professional negligence.

Pariss M. Coleman II has a Juris Doctor degree in Law from The Ohio State University. Prior to that, they obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Public Administration from Miami University. Pariss also attended St. Francis DeSales H. S., although no specific degree or field of study is mentioned. Additionally, they hold a License to Practice Law from the Supreme Court of Ohio, although the year and month of obtaining this certification are not provided.