Elk + Elk Attorneys Recognized in the 2027 Edition of Best Lawyers in America

Three Elk + Elk attorneys have been recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®, including Managing Partner Jay Kelley, who was also named a 2027 Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year.”

Elk + Elk attorneys Jay Kelley, Phil Kuri and Curtis Fifner recognized in the 2027 edition of Best Lawyers in America, with Jay Kelley named Cleveland Lawyer of the Year for Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs.

2027 Best Lawyers® Honorees

The following Elk + Elk attorneys were recognized in the 2027 Best Lawyers® rankings:

  • Jay Kelley
    • Medical Malpractice Law, Plaintiffs
    • Personal Injury Litigation, Plaintiffs
  • Phil Kuri
    • Personal Injury Litigation, Plaintiffs
  • Curtis Fifner
    • Personal Injury Litigation, Plaintiffs

Jay Kelley Named Best Lawyers® 2027 “Lawyer of the Year”

Jay Kelley was named the 2027 Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” in Cleveland for Medical Malpractice Law, Plaintiffs.

The honor marks his third Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” recognition, following awards in Medical Malpractice Law, Plaintiffs (2021) and Personal Injury Litigation, Plaintiffs (2026).

This recognition reflects our team’s continued commitment to representing injured individuals and families throughout Ohio.

About Best Lawyers®

Best Lawyers® recognizes leading attorneys through a rigorous peer review process in which lawyers evaluate the professional abilities of their peers. For more than 40 years, this highly selective recognition has helped clients identify respected and experienced legal counsel.

Thank You to Our Clients

We are grateful to every client who has trusted Elk + Elk during life’s most challenging moments. We also appreciate our attorneys, staff, and colleagues whose dedication and professionalism help make this recognition possible.

For more than 50 years, Elk + Elk has represented individuals and families across Ohio in personal injury and medical malpractice matters, and we remain committed to providing compassionate, experienced legal representation.

Contact Elk + Elk

If you or a loved one has been injured because of someone else’s negligence or harmed by medical malpractice, Elk + Elk is here to help.

Call 1-800-ELK-OHIO for a free consultation, or contact us online to learn more about your legal options.