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Elk + Elk’s Jay Kelley Shares Insights On How To Become A Top Lawyer

Our Managing Partner, Jay Kelley, recently spoke with Labor and Employment Attorney Eric Pines, for an interview about the "5 Things You Need To Become A Top Lawyer In Your Specific Field of Law" on Medium.com. Jay focuses primarily on catastrophic civil claims for plaintiffs, most of which are from the medical field, and...

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Elk + Elk’s Amy Papesh and Colleague Susan Richlak Help Pass New Bill Regarding Wrongful Death Claims

Last week, Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine signed 23 bills into law and vetoed one. Of those 23 bills signed were Elk + Elk's Amy Papesh and colleague Susan Richlak's House Bill 279. The bill revives the law regarding wrongful death claims. House Bill 279 In June of 2021, Papesh and Richlak testified before the...

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William J. Price Selected for the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association Leadership Academy

Congratulations to Elk + Elk attorney Bill Price for his selection for the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association (CMBA) Leadership Academy Class of 2022-2023. The CMBA Leadership Academy Class is a 10-month high-regarded program focusing on lawyers with five years or more experience expanding their leadership and professional development. Attorneys will get the opportunity to...

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Elk + Elk Managing Partner Jay Kelley Coaching at Top 40u40 Bootcamp

Elk + Elk Managing Partner Jay M. Kelley will serve as a coach at The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 Trial Academy Bootcamp. The entire weekend is dedicated to an interactive experience designed to build confidence within the courtroom. Top 40u40 Bootcamp Friday March 4 – Sunday March 6, 2022 Gaylord Rockies...

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Elk + Elk Managing Partner Jay Kelley to Present at OAJ Winter Convention

Elk + Elk managing partner Jay M. Kelley will share his extensive experience at the upcoming Ohio Association for Justice 2021 Winter Convention in Cleveland. OAJ's Convention is Wednesday, November 3 through Friday, November 5 at Hilton: Cleveland Downtown. It will begin with an opening party on Wednesday and seminars Thursday and Friday. The...

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Elk & Elk Partners to Speak at Case Western Reserve on Embryo Litigation

Elk & Elk Managing Partner Jay Kelley, and Senior Partner David Elk are prepared to present their extensive experience at the Cleveland, Ohio Embryo Litigation: A Focus on Unique Legal Issues, Structural Challenges, and Resolution Platforms at the end of October. Cleveland, Ohio Embryo Litigation Thursday, October 28, 2021 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM...

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Major Kidney Transplant Error at University Hospitals

What happened at UH? After a major medical mistake, two University Hospitals (UH) "caregivers" are on leave pending an investigation. On July 2, there were two kidney transplants taking place at UH. A kidney meant for one patient was negligently given to and transplanted into the wrong person. Now the other patient has to...

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Military Appreciation Night: George Mussi Jr.

Elk & Elk is proud to join the Columbus Blue Jackets as the presenting sponsor of Military Appreciation Night.  We salute those who serve our country.  Meet George Mussi Jr. Name: George Mussi Jr. Hometown: Liverpool, New York Military Branch: Marines Military Rank: Sergeant Major Years Served: 30 George Mussi, Jr. is a retired 30 Year U.S....

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Military Appreciation Night: Mike Montgomery

Elk & Elk is proud to join the Columbus Blue Jackets as the presenting sponsor of Military Appreciation Night.  We salute those who serve our country.  Meet Mike Montgomery Name: Mike Montgomery Hometown: Chillicothe, OH Military Branch: Army Military Rank: Specialist Years Served: 8 1989 - 1997 Bio Enlisted in 1989 Completed US Army Armor School training...

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Elk & Elk Military Salute: Harry Diehl

Elk & Elk is proud to join the Columbus Blue Jackets in honoring the men and women who serve our country. As the presenting partner of Military Salutes, we're excited to celebrate active-duty military members and veterans throughout the NHL season. Military Salutes recognizes Harry Diehl Name: Harry Diehl Hometown: Ellerslie, Maryland Military Branch: Army Air...

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