Christopher Rice

Christopher Rice has a diverse background in the legal field, starting as a Main Office Manager at Wyles Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. from 2001 to 2012. Christopher then pursued a career in law, working as a Legal Intern at the University of Akron School of Law Legal Clinic from 2013 to 2014, where they conducted legal research and assisted with criminal appeals. Christopher continued to gain experience by working as a Law Clerk at Abney Law Office, LLC from 2014 to 2015. Christopher also served as a Certified Legal Intern at the Cuyahoga County Prosecutor's Office in 2015. From 2016 to 2019, they worked as an Attorney at Law at Tuscarawas County Public Defender. In 2019, they joined the City of New Philadelphia Ohio as an Assistant Prosecutor, and later became the Chief Prosecutor in 2022. Additionally, they have served as an Adjunct Professor at Stark State College since 2020.

Christopher Rice completed their education in a chronological manner. From 1998 to 2003, they attended the University of Mount Union and obtained a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Psychology. Following this, from 2012 to 2015, they studied at The University of Akron School of Law and earned a Doctor of Law (JD) degree with a specialization in Intellectual Property Law. Continuing their education, Christopher pursued a Master of Laws (LLM) degree in Intellectual Property Law from The University of Akron School of Law in 2015 to 2016. Additionally, they obtained certifications as an Attorney and Counselor and as an Ohio Certified Legal Intern from the Supreme Court of Ohio, although the specific dates of attainment are not provided.