Kevin L. Lenson

Kevin L. Lenson joined Elk & Elk Co., Ltd. in January 2010 and focuses his practice on auto accidents, workplace intentional torts, and premises liability. Kevin was honored to be listed as an Ohio Super Lawyer every year since 2015.

He passed the bar in 1996 and has worked for two plaintiffs’ law firms in Northeast Ohio since. He earned his undergraduate degree in political science from the University of Wisconsin in Madison in 1992 and went on to earn his law degree from the University of Toledo in 1996.

Lenson’s professional memberships include the Ohio Academy of Trial Lawyers and the Ohio State Bar Association. He’s married, has a daughter and two sons and resides in Solon.

Four words describe Lenson’s greatest strength, he said: “I’m a people person.”

“That’s what I really enjoy the most about being a plaintiffs’ lawyer,” he said. “I really enjoy meeting and working with people, especially people I can help; people who have gone through struggles, unfortunate circumstances.”

He said he takes “great care” with each and every client and it’s his satisfaction in helping them see their way to a fair resolution that makes him most satisfied with his work.

“I think one of my greatest strengths is my ability to explain to people how the law works and how it applies to their specific situations,” Lenson said. “I always deal with my clients on equal terms. If there’s something they don’t quite understand we work through it until they do.”

Lenson said any effective client-lawyer relationship is built on a solid foundation of good communication.

“That’s the only way to proceed. I mean, the most important aspect of doing this type of work is good, solid client communication.”

He said aside from making sure his clients know the status of their cases, he likes to check up on their progress, health-wise, make sure their families are weathering the legal concerns in the wake of an unfortunate incident, and reassure them everything is going to be OK.

“That’s how we level the playing field,” he said. “Sometimes that’s all it takes – a little time to listen, to explain about something. And, at the end of the day, that’s what makes me feel like I’ve actually helped someone – that look of relief, understanding – and knowing I’ve helped someone through a very difficult time.”

He said joining Elk & Elk Co., Ltd. and being able to use the firm’s vast resources will only help him get that feeling more and more.

“Working with a firm the size of Elk & Elk gives me an opportunity to handle a variety of cases all over the country and, as a result, to be able to help the most people.”

Settlements and Verdicts

$1,300,000 – Motor Vehicle Accident – Cuyahoga County

Recovery for a man who was injured by an uninsured motorist while driving on I-90.    The plaintiff’s vehicle rolled over several times.  His injuries included multiple fractures/surgeries and the degloving of his hand/wrist.

$1,300,000 – Motorcycle Accident

Our client was a passenger in a motorcycle accident and sustained a significant hand injury requiring surgery, along with permanent disfiguring cosmetic injuries. After being rushed to emergency care, she underwent more than a year of specialized rehabilitation and medical treatment to address the physical and emotional trauma of the collision.

$1,100,000 – Motorcycle Accident

Our client sustained significant injuries, particularly to his left foot, which required several surgical procedures. The accident took place in Lorain, Ohio, when the defendant crossed the center line and struck our client, who was riding his motorcycle.

$648,000 – Motor Vehicle Accident – Fremont, Ohio

The client sustained a serious hip fracture requiring immediate surgery and a lengthy hospital stay and recovery. Co-counsel: Widman and Franklin.

$575,000 – Workplace Injury – Cuyahoga County

Recovery for a man who was seriously injured after he fell off a roof fracturing both of his heel bones. The plaintiff was not provided adequate fall protection by the lead contractor.

$565,000 – Worksite Accident

Worksite accident where our client sustained a closed head injury and missed a significant amount of work following the accident. The client’s dump truck completely flipped over due to overloading at a construction site. Co-counsel: Oscar E. Rodriguez.

$555,000 – Motor Vehicle Accident

Our client was being transported in an ambulette and was not properly fastened. The client sustained a fractured leg and vertebrae.

$500,000 – Workplace Injury – Hocking County

Recovery for a man who was injured while assisting a friend with the hoisting of a large stone at a cemetery. The stone was not properly secured to the hoist causing it to fall on the plaintiff. He sustained multiple fractures and the amputation of several toes.

$425,000 – Motor Vehicle Accident

Motor vehicle accident where our client suffered a fractured dominant left wrist requiring 3 operations and missed over a year from work.

$325,000 – Motorcycle Accident

Our client sustained severe injuries to his dominant hand and wrist requiring surgery following a motorcycle collision in Southern Ohio. The recovery process involved a challenging year of surgical intervention and rehabilitation, as well as a significant amount of time missed from work.

$325,000 – Motor Vehicle Accident

A semi-truck driver made an illegal lane change, causing the accident. The mother sustained a fractured wrist and back injuries, while the minor child suffered a fractured femur. The parent was awarded $125,000 and the minor was awarded $200,000.

$275,000 – Motor Vehicle Accident

Our client sustained significant injuries, most notably to the left knee, following a high-speed rear-end collision. The recovery process included two arthroscopic surgeries and significant time missed from work, with the settlement accounting for both these immediate impacts and the medical necessity of a future total knee replacement.

$271,000 – Motor Vehicle Accident

Our client underwent shoulder surgery and requires future medical procedures following a serious auto accident. By effectively leveraging the client’s underinsured motorist coverage, Kevin ensured the settlement accounted for significant time missed from work and long-term medical needs.

$250,000 – Slip and Fall

Our client was involved in a slip and fall incident at a local mall. She tripped and fell due to a defect in the flooring, resulting in a fractured left shoulder that required major surgery.

$200,000 – Car Accident Settlement

Recovery for a client who was forced off the roadway while taking evasive action after a school bus failed to yield at a stop sign and turned into the client’s path.

**All lawsuits are different and Elk + Elk makes no representation or promises that it can obtain the same results in other cases. These results do not guarantee, warrant, or predict the outcome of any future legal matter. You should consult an attorney for advice regarding your individual situation.

Client Reviews

Personal Injury Attorney Review – LelahRae

Kevin Lenson is AMAZING . He made the process so easy for someone who has never needed a lawyer and was scared. He IS honest and up front to what he can do for you . His communication is 100% you text a question he gets right back to you no matter what he is doing including vacation. I am so grateful for him .

Ohio Auto Accident Lawyer Review – Melanie V.

As a 33 year old woman I’ve never dealt with lawyers, accidents or legal matters before.

I was very nervous and unsure about which lawyer to choose since many reached out to me after my accident.

I reached out to several lawyers, including Kevin.

Of all of the lawyers, Kevin at Elk and Elk was hands down the most communicative, professional and honest lawyer I encountered hands down.

Not only did he answer my 101 questions BEFORE I signed on with him, but during the entire 1.5 year process he was available to me rain or shine. He gave me the honest truth about my case, whether good or bad he gave it to me straight, which I greatly appreciated.

He explained the entire process thoroughly to me and I was included in all the decision making throughout each step. He was so transparent about everything and I really put my mind at ease knowing if any new information came up in my case he would immediately contact me about it!

He went above and beyond the call of duty to make sure all my concerns were answered. He was available by txting and phone call and responded incredibly promptly.

My case and my health always felt like a priority to him at all times. I wasn’t treated like a number. Kevin treated me like a valuable human being and with so much respect.

I cannot speak highly enough about how Kevin handled my case.

If you ever need legal help with an auto accident in the Ohio area, pick Kevin. He will absolutely make you a priority and through blood sweat and tears he will get you the absolute best results.

He changed my life and I cannot thank him enough. Thank you Kevin. Truly.

Car Accident Settlement Attorney Review – Alex D.

I had Kevin Lenson on a settlement case for an auto accident and he made the whole process much less stressful and it resolved with a positive outcome. I definitely don’t think I would have been as well served trying to handle everything he and his firm helped with, on my own.

Car Accident Injury Lawyer Review – Regina C.

This was my second time using Elk and Elk and Mr Lenson as my attorney to represent me after a car accident that caused me injury, and once again the firm and Mr Lenson did a great job representing my interest. Thanks Mr Lenson and to your team as well.