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Sheldon Philip Starke
also known as Starkelaw
About Sheldon
Biography
I am a very learned attorney with years of trial experience and passed three bar exams. I grew up in Cleveland and am on the same street (by a different name) as when I was born. Helping people and returning calls is what I do. You are important; I like to listen.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Employment and Labor
40%
55 years
Entertainment
40%
54 years
Fees and Rates
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Florida for 47 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1979
No misconduct found
Licensed in Ohio for 54 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 1971
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 42 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1983
No misconduct found
Location
Sheldon P. Starke, Esq.
23250 Chagrin Blvd Ste 100, Beachwood, OH, 44122-5416
Law Offices of Sheldon Philip Starke
23250 Chagrin Blvd Ste 100, Cleveland, OH, 44122-5416
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Posted by Valarie | August 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Nurse Practitioner
Mr Starke was wonderfully helpful. He listened compassionately, clarified my work concerns and then creatively helped solve my issues with my employer. Providing healthcare through COVID 19 has been very stressful with extra long hours and a higher work load. Mr Starke was essential in resolvling ...
Posted by Samantha | May 25, 2021 | Contracts & Agreements
Great Mentor
Sheldon Starke has provided the most professional advice and has been a great mentor in the most stressful circumstances. Professional and knowledgeable with great guidance for the best end results for a bad contract. He also demonstrated great humility and took it upon himself to check in often.
Posted by J. | May 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Great help with unemployment and EEOC
I was referred to Sheldon by another attorney and he advised me to file an EEOC claim against my former employer. I was hesitant to do so but filed per his suggestion and he represented me in mediation. I was doubtful at first but followed Sheldon's advice and the claim resulted in a settlement well ...
Posted by Nicole | November 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Attentive, knowledgeable, professional
Mr. Starke is very attentive, extremely knowledgeable, and completely professional. He listened to me, addressed my concerns, and acted swiftly to attend to my needs, resulting in a quick resolution to my situation. I highly recommend Mr. Starke as he not only is compassionate and cares about his c...
Posted by anonymous | December 07, 2017
Excellent attorney
He was very informative and helpful. Worth every penny. He listened and helped me out immensely. I did not need to hire him because his advice worked perfectly.
Sheldon Philip Starke's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. having reviewed much of his answers to employment law issues. His answers are thorough and on point. If you are in his state you should consider using him."
"A total oversight not to have endorsed Mr. Starke before now. He is well known among his Avvo colleagues for years of fantastic, insightful answers that are accurate, full of analysis and customized to the needs of the Avvo askers. These are exactly the qualities that every client would look for when hiring an attorney."
"With great confidence, I wholeheartedly endorse Sheldon Philip Starke, an accomplished Employment and Labor Attorney in Beachwood, OH, who, with 52 years of seasoned expertise, adeptly navigates the intricate landscape of employment law, delivering unparalleled legal counsel."
"Attorney Starke's sterling reputation precedes him and his credentials are beyond reproach."
"I endorse Sheldon Starke without any hesitation. He knows the law, the court system, and he knows people. You need all three of these to be successful; both in your practice and in representing clients. When someone says to me, “I need a good lawyer,” Sheldon is one of the first names that come to mind."
"I endorse attorney Starke. He is an experienced attorney, very knowledgable, prompt, and will be an excellent advocate for all of your legal needs."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Starke is a kind, compassionate and capable lawyer, and I endorse him. If you are in his area, do not hesitate to contact him/his firm."
"I endorse this lawyer. If you were injured in Ohio you want to call Mr. Starke."
"I endorse this lawyer. Sheldon is a tireless advocate on behalf of his clients. He is knowledgeable, passionate, and the consummate professional."
"Mr. Starke not only provides great information and advice to people on AVVO, he reads other attorneys' posts. This practice demonstrates his constant desire to learn other opinions and remain informed. I learn from this highly skilled, very experienced attorney with every answer he provides. I'm grateful for attorneys like him in the community. If this is how well he treats question askers on AVVO, I have confidence that he must treat his clients with the upmost professionalism and a comprehensive, thorough and learned approach towards the practice of law. Highly recommend this attorney."
"Provides excellent advice for his clients and avvo readers. Zealously represents his clients with passion. I recommend."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Starke has the utmost experience and knowledge of a variety of legal issues. He will work hard to insure positive outcomes for his clients. I have worked with him and he has taught me a lot. He deeply cares about quality in the legal profession."
"Mr. Starke gives concise and reliable advice, and is an asset to the AVVO community. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Starke brings an exceptional level of experience and knowledge to his clients, and to users of AVVO. I am happy to endorse him."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Starke provides thoughtful, educated and experienced answers to the questions provided herein. Attorney Starke provides a needed service by providing voluntary and free legal assistance to the individuals herein who are in need of immediate legal answers."
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"I enjoy Attorney Starke's answers. He will focus on the practical as well as the legal issues and suggest taking the approach that helps the client without spending a fortune."
"Very knowledgeable and easily accessible. I am happy to endorse this lawyer"
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Experience
Honors
2025
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Community Service Award, Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association
2018
Community Service Award, Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association
1970
Constitutional Law, Whitney-Bankroft
Work Experience
2009 - Present
General Counsel, EMH, Inc.
1971 - Present
Lawyer, Owner, Sheldon P. Starke & Assoc.
1997 - 1999
Special Counsel, American Embassy Ass'n
1970 - 1973
Executive Assistant, Cuyahoga County Sheriff
Associations
2000 - Present
Cleveland Metropolitan Bar AssociationMember
1972 - Present
Cuyahoga County Bar AssociationMember
1971 - Present
Florida BarMember
1983 - 2009
New York City Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
American Embassy Ass'n
Letter Issued, Later Settled
U.S. vs. Williams et al
Reversed by 6th Cir.
State of Florida vs. Pahl
Collier County Appeals
Education
1971
Cleveland State University - Cleveland-Marshall College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1968
Ohio State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Cuyahoga County Law Library
Employment Law: Adverse Employment Action in Employment Discrimination Cases
2015
C.L.E.
Discrimination Law
2013
Cuyahoga County Law Library
Entertainment Law
2012
C.L.E.
Entertainment Law
1996
Ohio State Bar Association-Ent. Law Section
Entertainment Law
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I copyright Father’s Day card made by my daughter and given to me.
15 May 2026
Q&A
How can I proceed?
14 May 2026
Q&A
Received IP infringement on my Etsy store. Do I have grounds to have products reinstated?
13 May 2026