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

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5.0 /5.0

53 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 19 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Cheyann | December 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Family

Highly recommend

Paul is absolutely amazing! I’ve used him for both family and criminal court and each time he made the process less stressful. I couldn’t recommend him more.

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...ding complete honesty, and clarity every step of the way. Without much knowledge of myself, family, or the false allegations against me, you didn't hesitate to lend your hand and expertise to us. Working in God like ways to show real life miracles right here! We could never thank you enough and thank you isn't nearly enough! God broke the mold with you! We will always be eternally grateful to you! You will always be family in our eyes and heart.

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... did exactly what we needed him to do. I couldn’t recommend Paul enough. And by the way his communication. The way he was always there for me no matter when I had a question, Paul was there. Patient, kind, caring, reassuring, and most of all very transparent, straightforward, and honest. This my first time ever having to deal with something like this in my entire life and I couldn’t be more grateful that I had Paul in my corner. Thank you so much. And hopefully I never need you again… but if I or anyone I know does… I KNOW A GUY!

Posted by Brandon | August 27, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

When in doubt, call Paul

I got picked up speeding during hall of fame week here in canton. Not a huge ordeal by any measure and Paul handled it as if it were his only case. Highly recommended for any situation!

Posted by Kim | August 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

Attorney Paul Kelley

A friend recommended Paul to me when I needed a lawyer. I glad they did because he helped me with my CPO case. He made the whole journey so much easier, he's very respectful, honest, and willing to put in the work. I'd absolutely hire him again if I ever needed someone.

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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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