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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
53 Client Reviews
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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...
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 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.
"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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