Atty. Michael Jay Kelley
Michael Jay Kelley is a lawyer practicing construction litigation, construction claims, commercial litigation and 5 other areas of law. Michael received a B.B.A. degree from Ohio University, and has been licensed for 45 years.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Columbus, OH · 45+ Years Experience
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About Michael Jay Kelley at a Glance
Michael Jay Kelley is an Attorney based in Columbus, Ohio, practicing at Lane Alton. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on contracts, personal injury, business, real estate, and construction. Admitted to practice in Ohio U.S. Court of Federal Claims U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Sout (1981). Educated at The Ohio State University, College of Law J.D. (—) and Ohio University B.B.A. Accounting (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Columbus Bar Association Ohio State Bar Association. Serves clients in Columbus, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Jay Kelley
- Michael Jay Kelley is a lawyer practicing construction litigation, construction claims, commercial litigation and 5 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.B.A. degree from Ohio University, and has been licensed for 45 years
- Michael practices at Lane Alton in Columbus, OH
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Jay Kelley's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Jay Kelley handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Columbus.
Contracts in Columbus
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Personal Injury in Columbus
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Michael Jay Kelley is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Ohio →
Business & Corporate Law in Columbus
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael Jay Kelley is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →
Real Estate Law in Columbus
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Michael Jay Kelley is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Ohio →
Construction Law in Columbus
Michael Jay Kelley is one of 40,302 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Ohio →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Columbus
Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Columbus are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Columbus Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Columbus-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Columbus Choose Michael Jay Kelley
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael Jay Kelley's practice in the field of contracts, personal injury, business, real estate, and construction.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Jay Kelley brings 45+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, personal injury, and business, Michael Jay Kelley can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Columbus
A Columbus-based practice means Michael Jay Kelley attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael Jay Kelley Handles in Columbus
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Michael Jay Kelley directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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