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Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Car Accident
25%
40 years
Motorcycle Accident
25%
40 years
Personal Injury
25%
Trucking Accident
25%
40 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-33%
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Ohio for 40 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 1985
No misconduct found
Location
Hardman Law, LLC
1 Cascade Plz Ste 2000, Akron, OH, 44308-1156
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Kevin Paul Hardman's Reviews
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Posted by Cathy | August 15, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Exceptional Attorney, Exceptional Results
I had the privilege of working with Kevin for two years, and his dedication was truly outstanding. He fought tirelessly for me & his tenacity secured a settlement that exceeded expectations. His dedication and legal prowess are beyond compare. Kevin's communication was exceptional, keeping me inf...
Posted by anonymous | November 3, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Hardman Law, LLC
There aren't enough words for me to express how capable, professional, and precise Mr. Hardman is in the legal arena . I have never felt so at ease especially given my case. Please do not hesitate to acquire the services of Mr. Hardman. I not only consider him counsel but a friend of mine and my fa...
Kevin Paul Hardman's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have had the pleasure of knowing Kevin for 25 years. He is without any doubt, the finest, most capable lawyer I have ever met. I first met him as an adversary in a complex medical malpractice/wrongful death case, and he was an extremely fierce trial lawyer. Since that experience, we have been opponents and co-counsel, and he's been my lawyer. Kevin is incredibly bright, caring, and compassionate. You will not find a better lawyer than Kevin Hardman."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Hardman is an expert in his field who gets the best results for clients. He is dedicated to his clients and treats his clients with respect and sensitivity throughout the difficult process of wrongful death litigation. He is extremely knowledgeable, thorough and dedicated. He is a zealous advocate who goes above and beyond, to provide the highest quality of legal advocacy. I highly recommend and endorse this attorney."
"I have known Kevin for over 20 years and have worked with him on dozens of cases. He is an excellent trial attorney and strives to maintain a good rapport with his clients. In the courtroom, Kevin is a tireless advocate for his clients' interests."
"I endorse Kevin. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I have handled cases against Kevin. Simply put, he is one of the best personal injury and medical malpractice attorneys in the area and a worthy opponent. A true professional and very detailed lawyer with a significant amount of experience. An excellent litigator and trial lawyer who works hard to serve the best interests of his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Ohio Super Lawyers
2025
Plaintiff Personal Injury, Best Lawyers in America
2025
Plaintiff Medical Malpractice Law, Best Lawyers in America
2024
Super Lawyer, Ohio Super Lawyers
2024
Plaintiff's Medical Malpractice Law, Best Lawyers in America
2024
Lawyer of the Year Plaintiff's Personal Injury, Best Lawyers in America
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Plaintiff's Lawyer of the Year Medical Malpractice, Best Lawyers in America
2021
Super Lawyer, Ohio Super Lawyers
2021
Best Lawyer Medical Malpractice Plaintiffs, Best Lawyers in America
2021
Best Lawyer Plaintiff Personal Injury, Best Lawyers in America
2020
Tier 1 Plaintiff Personal Injury, Best Law Firms in America
2020
Super Lawyer, Ohio Super Lawyers
2020
Best Lawyer Plaintiff Personal Injury, Best Lawyers in America
2020
Best Lawyer Medical Malpractice Plaintiff, Best Lawyers in America
2020
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Tier 1 Medical Malpractice Plaintiffs, Best Law Firms in America
2019
Tier 1 Plaintiff Personal Injury, Best Law Firms
2019
Best Lawyer Plaintiffs Personal Injury, Best Lawyers in America
2019
Best Lawyer Medical Malpractice Plaintiffs, Best Lawyers in America
2019
Super Lawyer, Ohio Super Lawyers
2019
Tier 1 Medical Malpractice Law Plaintiffs, Best Law Firms
2018
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5.0, Martindale-Hubbell®
2018
Best Lawyer Plaintiffs Personal Injury, Best Lawyers in America
2018
Best Lawyer Medical Malpractice Law Plaintiffs, Best Lawyers in America
2018
Super Lawyer, Ohio Super Lawyers
2018
Tier 1 Medical Malpractice Law Plaintiffs, Best Law Firms in America
2018
Tier 1 Plaintiff’s Personal Injury, Best Law Firms in America
2017
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5.0, Martindale-Hubbell®
2017
Super Lawyer, Ohio Super Lawyers
2017
Tier 1 Medical Malpractice Plaintiffs, Best Law Firms in America
2017
Tier 1 Plaintiff Personal Injury, Best Law Firms in America
2017
Best Lawyer Medical Malpractice Law Plaintiffs, Best Lawyers in America
2017
Best Lawyer Personal Injury Plaintiffs, Best Lawyers in America
2016
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Medical Malpractice Tier 1 Akron Region, Best Law Firms in America
2016
Personal Injury Tier 1 Akron Region, Best Law Firms in America
2016
Super Lawyer, Ohio Super Lawyers
2016
Best Lawyer Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiff, Best Lawyers in America
2016
Plaintiffs Medical Malpractice Lawyer of the Year - Akron region, Best Lawyers in America
2016
Best Lawyer Plaintiff Personal Injury, Best Lawyers in America
2015
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Super Lawyer, Ohio Super Lawyers
2015
Best Lawyer Personal Injury, Best Lawyers in America
2015
Best Lawyer Medical Malpractice Law, Best Lawyers in America
2014
Best Lawyer Personal Injury, Best Lawyers in America
2014
Best Lawyer Medical Malpractice, Best Lawyers in America
2014
Super Lawyer, Ohio Super Lawyers
2014
Fellow, Litigation Counsel of America
2014
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Best Lawyer Medical Malpractice, Best Lawyers in America
2013
Plaintiff's Medical Malpractice Lawyer of the Year - Akron, Best Lawyers in America
2013
Fellow, Litigation Counsel of America
2013
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Super Lawyer, Ohio Super Lawyers
2013
Best Lawyer Personal Injury, Best Lawyers in America
2012
Fellow, Litigation Counsel of America
2012
Best Lawyer Medical Malpractice, Best Lawyers in America
2012
Best Lawyer Personal Injury, Best Lawyers in America
2012
Super Lawyer, Ohio Super Lawyers
2012
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Best Lawyer Personal Injury, Best Lawyers in America
2011
Super Lawyer, Ohio Super Lawyer
2011
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Best Lawyer Medical Malpractice, Best Lawyers in America
2010
Super Lawyer, Ohio Super Lawyer
2010
Best Lawyer Medical Malpractice, Best Lawyers in America
2010
Best Lawyer Personal Injury, Best Lawyers in America
2010
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2009
Best Lawyer Medical Malpractice, Best Lawyers in America
2009
Super Lawyer, Ohio Super Lawyers
2008
Best Lawyer Medical Malpractice, Best Lawyers in America
2007
Best Lawyer Medical Malpractice, Best Lawyers in America
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Managing Partner, Hardman Law, LLC
2007 - 2012
Partner, Hill Hardman, LLC
1987 - 2007
Partner, Scanlon & Gearinger Co., Lpa
1985 - 1987
Associate Attorney, Gallagher Sharp
Associations
2003 - Present
Akron Bar FoundationFellow
1988 - Present
Ohio Association for JusticeMember
1987 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
1987 - Present
Akron Bar AssociationMember
1985 - Present
Ohio State Bar AssociationMember
Summit County Association for Justice
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Doe v. ABC Bread Company, et al.
$3,750,000 confidential settlement
Jane Doe v. XYZ Trucking Company, et al.
$1,250,000 confidential recovery
Jane Doe v. ABCD Hospital
$1,200,000 recovery
Doe v. XYZ Insurance Company
$2,700,000 recovery
John Doe v. Dr. Jones
$1,000,000 recovery
Education
1985
The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law
Law
1982
The Ohio State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2018
University of Akron Law School
Probate Litigation
2017
University of Akron Law School
Probate Litigation
2016
University of Akron Law School
Probate Litigation
2015
University of Akron College of Law
Probate Litigation
2014
University of Akron School of Law
Probate Litigation
2013
University of Akron School of Law
Probate Litigation
2012
University of Akron School of Law
Probate Litigation
2011
University of Akron School of Law
Probate Litigation
2011
University of Akron
Judicial Politics
2010
University of Akron School of Law
Probate Litigation
2010
University of Akron School of Law
Probate Litigation
2003
Ohio Judicial College
Uninsured / Underinsured Motorist Litigation
2002
Ohio Judicial College
Uninsured / Underinsured Motorist Litigation
2000
Northeast Ohio University College of Medicine
Medical Malpractice Litigation
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers