Kevin Eugene Hess

Kevin Eugene Hess, Civil Rights Attorney in Columbus, Ohio

Over 22 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights, Employment, and Family Law

PartneratFisher & Phillips LLP

Columbus, OH

Practicing civil rights in Columbus since 2004.

22+
Years practicing
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Kevin Eugene Hess is a partner based in Columbus, OH. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and Family Law. Kevin has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fisher & Phillips LLP.

Based in
Columbus, OH
Experience
over 22 years
Known for
Civil Rights · Employment · Family Law
  • Handles Civil Rights, Employment, and Family Law matters from Columbus, OH.
  • Over 22 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Kevin Eugene Hess: Kevin Eugene Hess is a partner based in Columbus, OH. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and Family Law. Kevin has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fisher & Phillips LLP.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Kevin Eugene Hess

Kevin concentrates on civil rights, employment, family law, general, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kevin handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Civil Rights cases in Columbus, Ohio

Kevin takes civil rights matters in Columbus, 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 Kevin agrees to represent you.

Employment cases in Columbus, Ohio

Kevin takes employment matters in Columbus, 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 Kevin agrees to represent you.

Family Law cases in Columbus, Ohio

Kevin takes family law matters in Columbus, 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 Kevin agrees to represent you.

General cases in Columbus, Ohio

Kevin takes general matters in Columbus, 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 Kevin agrees to represent you.

Workers Comp cases in Columbus, Ohio

Kevin takes workers comp matters in Columbus, 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 Kevin agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Kevin Eugene Hess — Over 22 years of Ohio civil rights experience

Kevin Eugene Hess is a partner based in Columbus, OH. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and Family Law. Kevin has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fisher & Phillips LLP.

Kevin Eugene Hess is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, discrimination, employee discipline and 5 other areas of law. Kevin received a B.A. degree from Messiah College, Mechanicsburg, PA in 2001, and has been licensed for 22 years. Kevin practices at Fisher & Phillips LLP in Columbus, OH.

How Kevin handles civil rights matters

Kevin Eugene Hess is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, discrimination, employee discipline and 5 other areas of law. Kevin received a B.A. degree from Messiah College, Mechanicsburg, PA in 2001, and has been licensed for 22 years. Kevin practices at Fisher & Phillips LLP in Columbus, OH.

Who Kevin represents

Kevin reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, employment, and family law matters in Columbus and the surrounding Ohio area.

Credentials

Kevin Eugene Hess's legal education and bar admissions

  • University of Dayton School of Law, Dayton, OH

    J.D. · 2004

  • Messiah College, Mechanicsburg, PA

    B.A. · 2001

Jurisdictions

Kevin's state bar admissions

  • Ohio U.S. District C

    2004 · ACTIVE

Kevin studied at J.D. in University of Dayton School of Law, Dayton, OH and B.A. in Messiah College, Mechanicsburg, PA.

Law school and academic background

Kevin completed J.D. in University of Dayton School of Law, Dayton, OH and B.A. in Messiah College, Mechanicsburg, PA. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kevin runs in Ohio is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Kevin's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Professional Activities American Bar Association Ohio State Bar Association Columbus Bar Association Ohio Association of Civil Trial Attorneys

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Locations

Kevin Eugene Hess's office in Columbus

Kevin's primary office is at Suite 400, 250 West Street, Columbus, OH, 43215. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Fisher & Phillips LLP

Suite 400, 250 West Street

Columbus, OH 43215

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Hiring guide

How to hire Kevin Eugene Hess — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kevin usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Kevin charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kevin'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; Kevin will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a civil rights attorney in Columbus, Ohio

A short list to run through before you commit: How many civil rights 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 Kevin

Kevin discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in civil rights practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every civil rights 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. Kevin confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Kevin's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many civil rights practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Kevin Eugene Hess

  • How much does it cost to hire Kevin for a civil rights case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kevin walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Kevin offer a free consultation?

    Kevin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kevin's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Kevin's current terms during booking.

  • How long do civil rights cases in Ohio typically take?

    Simple civil rights 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. Kevin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Kevin take my case if I'm outside Columbus?

    Kevin 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 — Kevin 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 Kevin?

    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. Kevin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Kevin accepting new civil rights clients right now?

    Kevin's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Civil Rights attorneys serving Columbus, Cleveland and Cincinnati in Ohio

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