Paul M. Kelley

Paul M. Kelley

5.0
Rating: 4.9

Licensed for 14 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Akron, OH
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Litigation

Virtual Law Office, Akron, OH

About Paul

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 60%

Criminal Defense

15 years | 400 cases

60%
Family 30%

Divorce and Separation Child Custody Child Support

30%
Litigation 10%

Automobile Accidents

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 14 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 2011

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2021

Location

Paul Kelley, Esq.

Virtual Law Office, Akron, OH, 44312

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Paul M. Kelley's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

54 Client Reviews

Showing 26 - 30 of 54 reviews

Posted by Linda | June 14, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Identity Theft

Mr. Kelley is Mr. Wonderful!

I would like to sincerely thank Attorney Paul Kelley for such quick and efficient legal service in putting an end to a very long battle with my identity being used by another to make numerous purchases in my name. His quick actions finally put an end to this problem. Much Thanks Mr Kelley! You are ...the best!

Posted by Lonnel | June 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Saved my career

Paul knew we were fighting a up hill battle but he never thought we couldn’t win our case even when the courts tried to get us to plea to a lesser charge Paul believe me when I said I was innocent and said he would do everything to keep my record clean we fought all the way up to the trial date Paul ...was consistent and was not backing down so the prosecutor dismissed the case I credit Paul knowledge of law and his professionalism I would highly recommend Paul he’s compassionate and really cares about his clients

Posted by Kosta | March 26, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Can’t Say Enough

Paul was hired to handle my 6 year custody battle that was, as nasty as a custody case can get . He navigated the local courts, up to the court of appeals in this matters and handled every aspect very well. Most attorneys are there for a paycheck, which is fine , but you rarely find a attorney that t...ruly cares abt his clients and takes pride in what they do. I’m a repeat client. Paul has handled several other cases for me and across the board , has handled each one with with the individualized attention you would want and expect from a attorney. Your reading this most likely to choose a lawyer … your deciding … well, you found one and you no longer have to decide. Paul is who you want. Thanks again Paul.

Posted by anonymous | March 22, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Highly recommended

Very professional. Handled my real estate matter quickly. Property had many title issues and we worked through all of them. Susan always answered our emails and phone calls… always responding professionally and timely.

Posted by Lindsey | March 03, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Compassionate and consistent

Attorney Kelley took on a possible fraud case for me. He was non judgemental, understanding, honest and upfront, and Compassionate through the process. He always stayed in touch and was quick to respond to any questions or concerns I had.

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Paul M. Kelley's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Muha

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 15

Relationship: Friend

"Paul is a zealous advocate for his clients. I wholeheartedly endorse him and I have referred many clients to him in the past with great success."

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Ashley Jones

Family lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul is a talented, creative, and kind lawyer. He works hard for his clients and does not back down from opposing counsel. I would not hesitate to refer him a case."

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Experience

Rating:  4.9 (Concern)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2021.

Stayed Suspension Placed on Probation issued in OH, 2021

updated on 09/05/2025

This type of suspension means the attorney has been suspended, but that the suspension is placed on hold (and ultimately removed) if the attorney complies with certain requirements.

Paul’s comment:

“Probation Terminated - 4-17-2024”

Honors

2011

President, Cleveland Marshall Politicians Association

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Attorney, Paul Kelley, Esq

2012 - 2013

Attorney Associate, The Law Office of Jack Malicki

2011 - 2011

Intern, Cleveland City Prosecutor's Office

2010 - 2010

Trial intern, Canton Law Department

Associations

2010 - 2011

Cleveland Marshall Political Association

President

Education

2011

Cleveland Marshall college of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2008

Kent State University

Two Bachelors degrees in Biology and English

Speaking Engagements

2012

Occupy Wall Street

Adversity In a Post Glass-Steagall World

Publications

2013

April 2013 Lorain County Bar Association Newsletter The Misconceptions Surrounding the New Statute of Limitations for Written Contracts

Languages

English

Activity

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