Kelly Eugene Drushel, Employment Attorney in Cleveland, Ohio
Over 36 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, General, and Wage & Hour
MemberatKelly E. Drushel
Cleveland, OH
Practicing employment in Cleveland since 1990.
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Kelly Eugene Drushel is a member based in Cleveland, OH. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Wage & Hour. Kelly has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kelly E. Drushel.
- Based in
- Cleveland, OH
- Experience
- over 36 years
- Known for
- Employment · General · Wage & Hour
- Handles Employment, General, and Wage & Hour matters from Cleveland, OH.
- Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Kelly Eugene Drushel: Kelly Eugene Drushel is a member based in Cleveland, OH. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Wage & Hour. Kelly has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kelly E. Drushel.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Kelly takes on
Kelly concentrates on employment, general, wage & hour, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kelly handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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General
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Wage & Hour
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Workers Comp
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Employment cases in Cleveland, Ohio
Kelly takes employment matters in Cleveland, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kelly agrees to represent you.
General cases in Cleveland, Ohio
Kelly takes general matters in Cleveland, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kelly agrees to represent you.
Wage & Hour cases in Cleveland, Ohio
Kelly takes wage & hour matters in Cleveland, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kelly agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in Cleveland, Ohio
Kelly takes workers comp matters in Cleveland, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kelly agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Kelly Eugene Drushel — employment lawyer in Cleveland
Kelly Eugene Drushel is a member based in Cleveland, OH. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Wage & Hour. Kelly has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kelly E. Drushel.
Kelly Eugene Drushel is a lawyer practicing worker's compensation defense, unemployment compensation, osha law and 4 other areas of law. Kelly received a B.A. degree from John Carroll University in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years. Kelly practices at Kelly E. Drushel in Cleveland, OH.
How Kelly handles employment matters
Kelly Eugene Drushel is a lawyer practicing worker's compensation defense, unemployment compensation, osha law and 4 other areas of law. Kelly received a B.A. degree from John Carroll University in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years. Kelly practices at Kelly E. Drushel in Cleveland, OH.
Who Kelly represents
Kelly reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, general, and wage & hour matters in Cleveland and the surrounding Ohio area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Case Western Reserve University
J.D. · 1990
John Carroll University
B.A. · 1986
Jurisdictions
Kelly's state bar admissions
Ohio U.S. District C
1990 · ACTIVE
Kelly studied at J.D. in Case Western Reserve University and B.A. in John Carroll University.
Law school and academic background
Kelly completed J.D. in Case Western Reserve University and B.A. in John Carroll University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kelly runs in Ohio is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Kelly's professional memberships and bar associations
Cleveland (Member, Workers Compensation Section) and Ohio State (Member, Workers Compensation Committee, Labor and Employment Section) and American (Member, Labor and Employment Section) Bar Associations
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Locations
Kelly Eugene Drushel's office in Cleveland
Kelly's primary office is at 7000 Fitzwater Rd., Ste. 202, Cleveland, OH, 44141. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Kelly Eugene Drushel — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kelly usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kelly charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kelly's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Kelly will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Cleveland, Ohio
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Kelly
Kelly discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Kelly confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kelly's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kelly Eugene Drushel
How much does it cost to hire Kelly for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kelly walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kelly offer a free consultation?
Kelly charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kelly's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Kelly's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Ohio typically take?
Simple employment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Kelly gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kelly take my case if I'm outside Cleveland?
Kelly is licensed in Ohio. Matters governed by Ohio law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Kelly will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Kelly?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Kelly will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kelly accepting new employment clients right now?
Kelly's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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