Stephen Thomas Keefe Jr.
About Stephen
Biography
Fewer Clients. More Attention. Better Results.
Many firms take on as many cases as possible, quickly losing sight of the individual client(s) and his, her of their specific losses and harms. That has never been my philosophy of practicing law, and it never will be. People contact medical malpractice, wrongful death and catastrophic personal injury attorneys like myself when tragedy strikes and when they need help the most. They want assurance that they will get the personalized attention they deserve, as opposed to merely being treated like a number or simply "handled" as just one case among a multitude of cases. The Keefe Law Firm, LLC takes on significant causes, not merely cases, and is rooted in providing personal and individualized legal representation, one cause at a time.
I am a lifelong and proud Ohioan. I was born in Cleveland Heights and was raised both there and then later in Geauga County. I attended college at Miami University and started as a Psychology Major in hopes of helping people better themselves. After being exposed to a few terrific undergraduate law professors, I found my true calling in the law--a field where I could be both a counselor and an advocate. I attended Case Western Reserve University School of Law and have been a very well-respected and practicing attorney in Ohio for the past 18 years. I am proud to actively represent clients in Cuyagoga, Geauga, Medina, Summit, Lake, Portage, Mahoning, Ashtabula and other counties throughout Ohio.
What I have valued most throughout my legal career, and what I will continue to value the most, are the significant and ongoing relationships I have formed with my diverse clients. To me, this is the essence of what practicing law is all about.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
26 years
26 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
30%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Ohio for 29 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 1996
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Location
The Keefe Law Firm, LLC
14222 Madison Avenue, Lakewood, OH, 44107
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Stephen Thomas Keefe Jr.'s Reviews
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Posted by AJ | April 23, 2015
Excellent lawyer - I wish I could give more than 5 stars!
Excellent attorney - I have trusted him with all my personal and family legal issues. Stephen is hard-working, personable, HONEST, knowledgeable and effective. He has given me great advice and helped me to be successful in my legal roadblocks. He has helped me in a couple very difficult situations...
Posted by Marilena | November 6, 2014
Colleague in the Legal Community
Steve Keefe has been well known to me for almost two decades. I first met Steve when he was a judicial clerk for the Honorable Kathleen Sutula. He was excellent then and has become nothing short of exceptional over the course of his career. Steve is a skilled litigator, an informative and energetic ...
Posted by Dave | October 30, 2014
Great guy, Great Attorney
Steve was a pleasure to work with and was honest and dependable at all times. He had focused, concise, and confident answers to my questions. He was very thorough in his research. He put me on a clear path to success in my situation.
Posted by Jeff | October 30, 2014
I Highly Recommend Steve Keefe
Steve did a terrific job and worked tirelessly for our family after my injury. We were hesitant about taking legal action, but Steve walked us through the process clearly and answered all of our questions, putting us at ease right away. He listened to everything we had to say and followed up on eac...
Posted by anonymous | October 20, 2014
Keefe review
I have worked with Steve for several years and would highly recommend him to anyone. He has done an excellent job representing me and my company with two separate matters. He was very responsive and we reached favorable closure quickly.
Stephen Thomas Keefe Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements
"What sets Steve apart from other lawyers is that he digs deeper than most and thinks outside of the box. Steve uses the factual evidence to position his client's case in the best possible light for the client (and the worst possible light for the defendant). This thoroughness is what sets Steve apart from other litigation attorneys handling medical malpractice cases. I would want Steven handling my case if I ever needed an attorney for a medical malpractice or personal injury case."
"I endorse this lawyer. Steve is dedicated and highly experienced in serious personal injuries resulting from careless acts. His expertise in this area is outstanding. He is the former President of The Cleveland Academy of Trial Attorneys and is recognized in the legal community as top-notch. He handles each client with enthusiasm, passion and commitment. His results are outstanding. I highly recommend him."
"Stephen is one of the most professional and detail-oriented attorneys that I have known. He gives his clients unsurpassed personal time and attention. Stephen is results oriented and I highly endorse his services."
"Steve and I have worked on many catastrophic injury cases together. He is a skilled and caring trial attorney who goes the extra mile for his clients."
"Steve is one of the most dedicated, hard working and contientious attorneys in Ohio. He has been involved in many landmark decisions and is a tenacious and tireless advocate for his clients. I highly reccomend and endorse Steve and would not hesitate in sending a family member to him for representation."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have had the pleasure of getting to know Steve personally & professionally over the past 20 years. You will not find a more compassionate, hard working or creative attorney. Steve cares deeply about his client's and their causes. He selflessly gives all he's got to make sure every detail of his client's cases are explored and developed. He is a rare combination of fierce legal advocate and kind human being. I am proud to call Steve a friend and colleague."
"I have had the pleasure of knowing Steve for nearly 20 years. In that time, I've watched his transformation into a top tier trial lawyer who demonstrates remarkable trial skills and compassion for his clients. His integrity, work ethic and professionalism are among the highest in our community."
"I have worked with Steve Keefe for many years. He is a creative and enthusiastic defender of his clients rights. He is diligent, intelligent and thoughtful and always well prepared. It is with great pleasure that I enthusiastically endorse him."
"Steve's compassion and willingness to fight for his clients is unmatched. I endorse this lawyer."
"Steve is an excellent lawyer who cares about his clients. He is well respected in the profession. No one will work harder to get justice for his client than Steve."
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Experience
Honors
2014
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Dedicated Service Award, Cleveland Academy of Trial Attorneys
2003
Distinguished Service Award, Cleveland Academy of Trial Attorneys
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Managing Attorney, The Keefe Law Firm, LLC
2000 - 2014
Attorney and then Partner, The Linton Keefe Law Firm Co., LPA f/k/a Linton & Hirshman, LLC
1997 - 2000
Judicial Staff Attorney, Cuyahoga County Court Of Common Pleas
Associations
2009 - Present
Cleveland Metropolitan Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
Ohio Association for JusticeMember
2000 - Present
Cleveland Academy of Trial AttorneysMember
2000 - Present
Ohio State Bar AssociationMember
2009 - 2012
The 3R's Program - in conjunction with the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association and Cleveland Public School SystemMember
2008 - 2008
Cleveland Academy of Trial AttorneysPresident
2007 - 2007
Cleveland Academy of Trial AttorneysVice President
2006 - 2006
Cleveland Academy of Trial AttorneysTreasurer
2005 - 2005
Cleveland Academy of Trial AttorneysSecretary
1994 - 1996
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast OhioMember
Education
1996
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
1992
Bachelor's Degree
Speaking Engagements
2012
Languages
English
Activity
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