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I wont bs you and tell you what you want to hear. I tell you what you need to hear. Aggressive but humble; always analytical. I calculate odds. With striking efficiency.
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Acquired: 2011
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2021
Virtual Law Office, Akron, OH, 44312
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Posted by Tim S. | March 05, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
When you're looking at time in the "cellie"? Better Call Paul Kelley, Esq. Kel
Your prompt and professional demeanor, support, and dedication to my case provided me and my family with a sense of security and hope during what could have been a real life death sentence for all of us. (Literally). You truly went above and beyond the duties and responsibilities of a lawyer, provi...
Posted by Andrea | September 02, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Fantastic & professional attorney
I hired Attorney Paul Kelley and I was very pleased with the outcome. Attorney Kelley is very professional, detail oriented and conducts himself in a respectful manner both in and out of the courtroom. He gave my case top priority and I was incredibly impressed when we went before the Judge. During...
Posted by Nathan | December 04, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Paul Kelley is the man you want in your time of need!!
I had one of the darkest times of my entire life. I felt scared, overwhelmed, and alone, but then I found Paul Kelley. My only light. My friend recommended him. I hired him to represent my boyfriend on a criminal charge and he took into consideration how important the outcome of this case was. And he...
Posted by Matt | November 04, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
over and above
Paul not only did a phenomenal job representing me to the court and negotiating for a reduced charge, he also provided me with advice and pro-active steps I could take to make my case stronger when the time came. His knowledge, advice, and effort all paid off when we went to court.
Posted by John | June 25, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
A lawyer that doesn’t walk on water
Many many legal problems over the years and many lawyers hired and fired, I finally found a lawyer who doesn’t think he’s better than everyone and who actually cares about the outcome of a case . Mr Kelley has not only helped me with criminal matters but also custody issues and addiction issues . H...
"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."
"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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This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2021.
Stayed Suspension Placed on Probation issued in OH, 2021
updated on 09/05/2025This 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.
“Probation Terminated - 4-17-2024”
2011
President, Cleveland Marshall Politicians Association
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
2010 - 2011
Cleveland Marshall Political AssociationPresident
2011
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
Two Bachelors degrees in Biology and English
2012
Adversity In a Post Glass-Steagall World
2013
English
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