Atty. Benjamin Perry
Benjamin defends employers faced with allegations of wrongful discharge, discrimination and harassment, along with wage and hour claims and other employment matters in federal and state court, as well as before administrative agencies. He drafts motions and briefs and assists with preparation for deposition, trial and arbitration.
Labor And Employment Law (Management) & More Attorney · Serving South Bend, IN
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About Benjamin Perry at a Glance
Benjamin Perry is a employment and litigation attorney based in South Bend, Indiana, practicing at Barnes & Thornburg LLP. Educated at University of Notre Dame (J.D., 2021). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Serves clients in South Bend, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Benjamin Perry
- Benjamin defends employers faced with allegations of wrongful discharge, discrimination and harassment, along with wage and hour claims and other employment matters in federal and state court, as well as before administrative agencies
- He drafts motions and briefs and assists with preparation for deposition, trial and arbitration
- Benjamin also drafts and revises employment policies and handbooks to ensure that employer policies conform to federal, state and local laws and regulations
- He brings the same level of passion and care to other areas of his practice – notably supporting management in labor disputes and NLRB proceedings, advising employers on affirmative action plans, and supporting universities on higher education issues
- Prior to joining Barnes & Thornburg, Benjamin spent nearly a decade as human resources manager for one of the nation’s largest theater chains, where he handled hiring, training and other HR duties
- While earning his law degree, Benjamin enhanced his writing and research skills though his internships with the University of Notre Dame’s Office of the General Counsel and First Source Bank, and his judicial internship in the U.S
- District Court for the Northern District of Indiana
- He also served as research assistant to Professor Mark McKenna
- He went on to win numerous writing awards and graduated with awards for excellence in in the fields of labor and employment and intellectual property, as well as for excellence in providing assistance to clients during his work with Notre Dame’s Intellectual Property and Entrepreneurship clinic – where he helped address the needs of start-ups, educational organizations, and nonprofits
- Outside the practice of law, Benjamin is passionate about film and spent nearly a decade as a freelance photographer and videographer
Practice Areas Explained
Benjamin Perry's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Benjamin Perry handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in South Bend.
Employment Law in South Bend
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Civil Litigation in South Bend
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in South Bend
Practicing law in Indiana. Legal matters in Indiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in South Bend are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Indiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Indiana brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Indiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
South Bend Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a South Bend-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in South Bend Choose Benjamin Perry
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Benjamin Perry's practice in the field of employment and litigation.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment and litigation, Benjamin Perry can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in South Bend
A South Bend-based practice means Benjamin Perry attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Benjamin Perry Handles in South Bend
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