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9 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Kent, OH
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Showing 9 employment lawyers in Kent, OH
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Student Legal Services, Kent State
164 E Main St #203, Kent, OH 44240
(330) 672-9550 kent.edu
Attorney Troy A. Reeves
11 River St, Kent, OH 44240
(330) 673-4515 portagecountyattorneys.com
Law Office of Eric Fink
11 River St, Kent, OH 44240
(330) 677-7088 attorneyjamesrsilver.wordpress.com
Attorney Jordan E. Knabb, LLC
250 S Water St, Kent, OH 44240
(330) 858-9792
Marks & Chandler Company LPA
1001 S Water St, Kent, OH 44240
(330) 677-9000 marksandchandler.com
Flynn Keith & Flynn
214 S Water St, Kent, OH 44240
(330) 673-0114 flynnkeithlaw.com
Williams, Kratcoski, Griffin & Can, LLC
11 River St, Kent, OH 44240
(330) 673-3444 wwklaw.com
Atkins and Atkins, Attorneys at Law, LLC
110 S Water St Ste D, Kent, OH 44240
(330) 583-5313 atkinsandatkinslaw.com
Young & Associates, Inc.
131 E Main St, Kent, OH 44240
(330) 678-0524 younginc.com
Employment lawyers in Kent, Ohio help workers with issues like wrongful termination, discrimination, and wage disputes. Ohio law provides protections under the Ohio Civil Rights Act and federal statutes. Local attorneys understand Kent employers and the Portage County court system.
What Does a Employment Lawyer in Kent Cost?
Typical costs for an employment lawyer in Ohio include hourly fees from $200 to $500 or contingency fees of 25% to 40% of any recovery. Some lawyers charge a flat fee for specific services like contract review. Initial consultations are often free. This is general information, not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does an employment lawyer in Kent handle?
Employment lawyers handle cases like wrongful termination, workplace discrimination, harassment, wage and hour disputes, and contract issues. They also advise on non-compete agreements and severance packages.
How long do I have to file an employment claim in Ohio?
For discrimination claims under Ohio law, you have 300 days to file with the Ohio Civil Rights Commission. For federal claims under Title VII, you have 180 days. Wage claims under Ohio Revised Code 4111 have a one-year statute of limitations.
What is the cost to hire an employment lawyer in Ohio?
Many employment lawyers offer free initial consultations. Some work on a contingency fee basis, taking a percentage of any settlement. Hourly rates in Ohio typically range from $200 to $500 per hour. Costs vary by case complexity.
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