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Eric Michael Levy

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  • Cleveland, OH
  • Licensed for 12 years
  • Free consultation
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About Eric

I am a lifelong Ohio resident and attended law school at Cleveland-Marshall College of Law.  While attending law school, I had the opportunity to work with the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association and also with the Cuyahoga County Prosecutor’s Office where I gained extensive trial and appellate experience.  Since being sworn in to practice law by the Ohio Supreme Court in 2008 I have been practicing as a trial litigation attorney at the Law Office of Jaye M. Schlachet where I appear in court on daily basis litigating a wide verity of complex legal matters.

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Practice areas

OtherCar accidentFamilyDUI and DWICriminal defense
  1. Criminal defense: 30%

    Eric focuses his practice heavily in defense of criminal and OVI "drunk driving" matters and has helped thousands of clients defend the charges against them.

    14 years

  2. DUI and DWI: 30%

    Eric focuses his practice heavily in defense of criminal and OVI "drunk driving" matters and has helped thousands of clients defend the charges against them. Eric will fight to defend your OVI charge and to get you legally driving again.

    14 years

  3. Family: 17%

    Divorce, Dissolution, Separation, Child Support, Child Custody, Spousal Support & Post-Decree.

    14 years

  4. Car accident: 10%

    14 years

  1. Appeals: 10%

    14 years

  2. Child custody: 1%

    14 years

  3. Child support: 1%

    12 years

  4. Divorce and separation: 1%

    14 years

Languages spoken

English

Photos and videos

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Contact

Law Office Of Jaye M. Schlachet and Eric M. Levy

55 Public Square
Suite 1600
Cleveland, OH, 44113

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
OHActive200804/18/2021
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers137
Legal guides0
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Client Choice BadgeAvvo2017
Top Contributor BadgeAvvo2017
10 Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Cleveland OhioYelp2017
Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers Invitation SelectionNational Trial Lawyers2017
Top 100 LawyersNational Advocacy for DUI Defense2017
Top LawyerLawyers Weekly2016
Top 40 Under 40National Trial Lawyers2016
Mental Health Court CertifiedCuyahoga County Court2010
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Law ClerkCuyahoga County Prosecutor's Office2006 - 2007
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Criminal Defense Lawyers ClubBoard Member2017 - Present
Cuyahoga Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember2009 - Present
Ohio State Bar AssociationMember2008 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember2008 - Present
Cleveland-Marshall Law Alumni AssociationMember2008 - Present
Ohio State University Alumni AssociationMember2005 - Present
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Schlachet and Levy BlogVacating Drunk Driving And Other Serious Misdemeanor Convictions In Ohio Resulting From A No Contest Plea And Finding Of Guilt2017
Schlachet and Levy BlogAsk The Cleveland DUI Lawyer: If You Are Stopped For Drinking And Driving Should You Submit To A Breath Test Or Field Sobriety Testing?2017
Schlachet and Levy BlogHow to Get Driving Privileges and a Valid Driver's License in Cleveland and Northeast Ohio2017
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Cleveland State University - Cleveland-Marshall College of LawJD - Juris Doctor2008
Ohio State UniversityBS - Bachelor of Science2005
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Court in the ClassroomCriminal Proceedings in Classroom Setting2015
New Lawyer Mentoring Program PanelLawyer Mentoring Program2009
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
City of Cleveland v. Phillip D. Catchings-ElReversed and Remanded
State of Ohio v. George FurnessReversed on Appeal
In re Disqualification of Celebrezze, 127 Ohio St.3d 1217, 2009-Ohio-7207Case removed from the docket of the presiding judge.

Reviews

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Posted by

He gave me another chance to finish my original probation and put destiny in my own hands. Great man!
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Hired attorney

I was charged with a felony sex offense and Eric got me out of it.

Posted by

I am so thankful that I found Eric Levy. The offense I was charged with could have ruined my life but thanks to Eric's hard work and efforts I have no felony conviction and am able to keep my job. I would not hesitate to hire this lawyer.
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Hired attorney

Superb lawyer

Posted by

I've known Eric for many years. He's a man of integrity and one of the hardest working individuals I ever met. It's that extra effort... going that extra mile that sets him apart from others.
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Hired attorney

Thank you.

Posted by

I was happy to write this review for Eric. He help me through a very difficult process with the upmost professionalism. He answered all my questions and set realistic expectations. I was very happy with the results of my case. I hope I never have to use him again, but if I do need representation, Eric will be my first call.
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Hired attorney

Eric Helped My Out of A Huge Jam with Debt

Posted by

I hired Eric to help get me out of a number of lawsuits for unpaid bills and he was able to help resolve my cases and clean up my credit. Eric is professional and communicates all aspects of the case timely. I will certainly be using him for all of my legal needs and would highly recommend him to anyone else in search of an honest and fair lawyer.
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Hired attorney

Highly Recommend - Great Lawyer!

Posted by

I have consulted with Eric Levy on several issues and found him to be as dedicated and hard working a professional as I have ever dealt with. He truly goes the extra mile to fight for his clients needs at all times. I have recommended him in the past and will continue to do so to anyone in need of a defense attorney.
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Consulted attorney

Excellent

Posted by

Eric is a fabulous attorney and great to work with. He is very professional and pays attention to every detail. He is also available whenever you need him. I would highly recommend him.
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Hired attorney

Excellent

Posted by

I have used Eric several times to represent me. He has worked on smaller cases such as traffic tickets and accidents up to a large criminal theft case for me. He is very thorough in explaining the process and made sure I was kept in the loop with every change or update. I feel very comfortable and trust Eric to represent me in any case.
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Attorney endorsements

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Robert Botnick, Criminal defense Attorney on May 14, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Eric is a hard-working attorney who strives to obtain the best results for his clients. I often find myself discussing the law and his approach to his practice and greatly value his advice.

Peter Russell, Divorce and separation Attorney on Aug 4, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Eric as well as opposing him and he is a bright talented lawyer and a good person.

Mary Corrigan, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 6, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I have known Eric since I started practicing 4 years ago. He has always been a lawyer in the community that I look up to: he has a passion for his job, knowledge about the field and is a great lawyer. I would not hesitate to endorse Eric.

Jennifer McPaul, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 4, 2017
Relationship: Friend

I endorse this lawyer.

Peter Russell, Divorce and separation Attorney on Aug 4, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Eric as well as opposing him and he is a bright talented lawyer and a good person.

Jaye Schlachet, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 4, 2017
Relationship: Supervised lawyer

I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Eric for a number of years and he is an extremely hard working and competent attorney. He always puts his clients first and works with them to achieve their desired result the most expeditious way possible to help to meet their goals while decreasing their legal costs. I would recommend Eric to anyone searching for legal representation.

Robert Botnick, Criminal defense Attorney on May 14, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Eric is a hard-working attorney who strives to obtain the best results for his clients. I often find myself discussing the law and his approach to his practice and greatly value his advice.

Jeffrey Heller, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 1, 2012
Relationship: Friend

I endorse this lawyer.

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      30 minutes
    OTHER BILLING TYPES
    • Contingency A contingency fee is the percent of the final award a lawyer will receive as compensation. For some of these cases, lawyers will only be paid if there is a successful outcome.
      30%-50%
    • Retainer Some attorneys require an upfront payment to secure their services before they begin their work.
      Sometimes
    PAYMENT METHODS

    Cash, Check, Credit Card