Stephen Edward Daray

Stephen Edward Daray

also known as Stephen ES Daray, Steve Daray

3.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 28 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Westlake, OH
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody

905 Canterbury Road, Suite E, Westlake, OH

About Stephen

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 85%

Practice is limited to family law. The most common cases are divorce, dissolution, post decree actions, mediation, collaboration, and guardian ad litem work. Trained to both litigate and resolve without litigation.

29 years | 1,000 cases

85%
Child Custody 15%

This is specifically retained for child custody case only (juvenile court or post decree action)

29 years | 300 cases

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-295 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 28 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 1997

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Location

Daray Law, LLC

905 Canterbury Road, Suite E, Westlake, OH, 44145

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Stephen Edward Daray's Reviews

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3.9 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Compassion

Posted by David | August 27, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Consummate Professional

Steve Earns high honors across the board. Steve went out of his way to call me until he was able to have a very important conversation regarding my case. As he usually does, he walked me through the process of the case at this point in time. He gave me likely outcomes and suggested scenarios that I... needed to ponder. The most important of my values for a lawyer and Steve does this exceedingly well is the ability to emotionally distance themselves from immediacy of a case to see and communicate the larger picture as clients we do not always perceive. If your reading this, you may not have chosen Steve as your lawyer yet, but do. He is worth every penny spent and has served the practice and clients well. Thank you Steve for everything you have done for me to help put things in perspective, leave wounds of divorce in the past, and focus me in moving forward to be a better me.

Posted by John M | May 14, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

Excellent attorney who cares about you and your case and gets results.

I retained Steve as my divorce attorney six years ago and happen to come across this review and wanted to share my experience while working with Steve. When I met Steve I was very impressed with his knowledge and experience in divorce law, but he also showed that he cared about my case and would do ...all that he could to reach the best possible outcome. A divorce is a painful and emotional experience for everyone involved and Steve understands those feelings and does an excellent job of listening to your concerns and does his best to provide realistic solutions regarding your case. I would advise you to keep in mind that a divorce as in life is not always fair. Things may not go your way in court, but Steve will be very honest with you on which direction to take and he will work diligently on your case to find a timely resolution so you can move on with your life. My experience working with Steve was outstanding and I would highly recommend retaining him for your legal needs. I'm confident you will find him to be a sincere, professional and hard working attorney who will do his best to represent you while guiding you every step of the way through the divorce process.

Posted by anonymous | February 09, 2012 | Divorce & Separation

Knows What He's Doing

20 year marriage over in 8 short months. That is unheard of. Domestic Relations is a very emotional area of the law. Steve gets that, and he will get you through the whole process. You will not like everything you hear, but fair is fair. No one wins in a divorce, you've got to understand that. S...teve is an excellant attorney, he knows exactly what to do and how to do it. He is honest and so respectful of your situation. Simply the Best and Worth every Penny!

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Stephen Edward Daray's Lawyer Endorsements

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Anthony Pecora

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"If I were to get a divorce and needed a relentless warrior, Steve would be the one to hire."

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William Hunt

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Steve is an extremely competent and conscientious divorce lawyer. He is also very sensitive to the human aspects of the participants in a divorce case. He is a pleasure to work with on a case, even as an adversary."

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James Lane

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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William Balena

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Steve through the Lorain County Bar Association. Steve is on the cutting edge of technology which he uses to great advantage for his clients."

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Rick Stahl

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Steve is a great attorney, always putting his clients first. He is an exceptional knowledge of the law, and is very professional at all times. I highly recommend him for all areas of Family Law."

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William Hunt

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Rick Stahl

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers

2019

Best Attroney, Best Attroneys of America

2018

10 Best Attroneys, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2018

Top 10 Attorneys, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2011

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Attorney, Schoonover, Rosenthal, Thurman & Daray

1997 - 2011

Attorney, Law Offices of Stephen E.S. Daray

Associations

2005 - Present

Lorain County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

1998 - Present

Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

1998 - 1998

Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association, Family Law Section

President

Education

1997

Case Western Reserve University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

Michigan State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2008

Cleveland Bar Association-Multiple Times

Various Divorce Topics

Publications

2008

Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Journal The Use of Pretrial Statements in Litigation

2007

Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Journal Shared Parenting & Caculation of Child Support

Languages

English

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