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Business Lawyers in Clark-Fulton, OH: 2026 rankings

34 business lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Highest LFR Score in Clark-Fulton: Sheldon P Starke, Attorney at Law, LFR Score 69/100; 4.8★ from 166 Google reviews; open 24/7.

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    Open 24 hours (per Google): Watson Kuhlman, LLC, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #3 of 34.

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    Most-reviewed: Watson Kuhlman, LLC, 345 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 34 ranked; ranked #3.

Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

34 Clark-Fulton business lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 3 are open 24/7, 8 open Saturdays and 4 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 34 rated law firms.

Most of this list also appears on the Business lawyers in Parma ranking. See Business lawyers in Parma

Top 10 business lawyers in Clark-Fulton at a glance

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

Top 10 business lawyers in Clark-Fulton at a glance
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursNotable for
1Sheldon P Starke, Attorney at Law694.8★ (166)Beachwood, 11 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)Top score
2Daniel Ross & Associates674.9★ (102)Lakewood, 4 mi awaySat—
3Watson Kuhlman, LLC644.9★ (345)Cleveland, 3 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)Open 24 hours, Most reviews
4Mulhall Business Law624.8★ (38)Cleveland, 4 mi away——
5Costaras Law615.0★ (27)Brecksville, 8 mi away——
6Calkins Law Firm615.0★ (32)Bedford Heights, 17 mi awaySat—
7Rhodium Law, LLC594.9★ (41)Cleveland, 3 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
8Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs, LLC583.0★ (10)Cleveland, 3 mi away——
9N.P. Weiss Law554.8★ (204)South Euclid, 10 mi away——
10Dinn, Hochman & Potter, LLC553.0★ (6)Cleveland, 14 mi away——

All 34 business lawyers in Clark-Fulton, in rank order

Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

Scores below: based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  2. #2 Daniel Ross & Associates

    Based in Lakewood, 4 mi away

    67/100LFR Score

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 102 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Business attorney”.

    • 4.9★ from 102 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 11 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1515 Ridgewood Ave Second Suite, Lakewood, OH 44107
    View profile for Daniel Ross & Associates(216) 307-5590

  3. #3 Watson Kuhlman, LLC

    Based in Cleveland, 3 mi away

    64/100LFR Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 345 Google reviews, the most in Clark-Fulton.

    • 4.9★ from 345 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    75 Erieview Plz Ste 108, Cleveland, OH 44114
    View profile for Watson Kuhlman, LLC(216) 279-9022

  4. #4 Mulhall Business Law

    Based in Cleveland, 4 mi away

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 38 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Business attorney”.

    • 4.8★ from 38 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5735 State Rd Suite 100, Cleveland, OH 44134
    View profile for Mulhall Business Law(216) 586-4278

  5. #5 Costaras Law

    Based in Brecksville, 8 mi away

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Business attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    7100 E Pleasant Valley Rd #115, Independence, OH 44131
    View profile for Costaras Law(440) 613-0439

  6. #6 Calkins Law Firm

    Based in Bedford Heights, 17 mi away

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 32 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Business attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 32 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    7160 Chagrin Rd Ste 155, Chagrin Falls, OH 44023
    View profile for Calkins Law Firm(440) 273-3005

  7. #7 Rhodium Law, LLC

    Based in Cleveland, 3 mi away

    59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 41 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

    • 4.9★ from 41 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    1350 Euclid Ave #280, Cleveland, OH 44115
    View profile for Rhodium Law, LLC(216) 699-8145

  9. #9 N.P. Weiss Law

    Based in South Euclid, 10 mi away

    55/100LFR Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 204 Google reviews.

    • 4.8★ from 204 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4070 Mayfield Rd, South Euclid, OH 44121
    View profile for N.P. Weiss Law(216) 417-5111

  14. #14 Brenden Kelley Law

    Based in Cleveland, 3 mi away

    53/100LFR Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 30 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 30 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    815 Superior Ave Ste 1815, Cleveland, OH 44114
    View profile for Brenden Kelley Law(216) 644-3359

  15. #15 Zion Law LLC

    Based in Copley, 24 mi away

    53/100LFR Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Business attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2857 Riviera Dr Ste 203-c, Fairlawn, OH 44333
    View profile for Zion Law LLC(216) 633-0404

  18. #18 DannLaw

    Based in Cleveland, 5 mi away

    52/100LFR Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.2★ from 76 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    • 4.2★ from 76 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    15000 Madison Ave, Cleveland, OH 44107
    View profile for DannLaw(216) 373-0539

  21. #21 Nee Law Firm, LLC

    Based in Westlake, 10 mi away

    51/100LFR Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.

    • 4.8★ from 25 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    26016 Detroit Rd #001, Westlake, OH 44145
    View profile for Nee Law Firm, LLC(440) 793-7720

  24. #24 Mansour Gavin LPA

    Based in Cleveland, 3 mi away

    48/100LFR Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    • 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    North Point Tower, 1001 Lakeside Ave E Suite 1400, Cleveland, OH 44114
    View profile for Mansour Gavin LPA(216) 523-1500

How we ranked Clark-Fulton business lawyers

We scored 34 Clark-Fulton business lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

LFR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Clark-Fulton data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Bar status10%An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded)Not yet collected
Review volume10%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the listMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability5%Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7Measured
Practice focus15%How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity5%An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same)Measured
Law Firms Ranked reviews10%Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there areMeasured

How to choose a business lawyer

  1. Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
  2. Ask how many business law matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
  3. Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
  4. Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
  5. Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
  6. Ask for a written estimate or flat fee for a defined piece of work before it starts.
  7. Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.

Questions to ask a business lawyer

  • How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
  • How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
  • Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
  • Which of my contracts most need a review?
  • Can you work on a flat fee or a monthly retainer?
  • Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?

Terms explained

Contingency fee
A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
Retainer
Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
Flat fee
One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
Limited-scope representation
Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
Statute of limitations
The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
Good standing
A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
Law society
The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
Board certification
Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
Attorney–client privilege
The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
Conflict check
The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
Pro bono
Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
Legal aid
Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.

Business lawyers in Clark-Fulton: frequently asked questions

Which business lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Clark-Fulton?

By LFR Score, the highest-ranked business lawyer in Clark-Fulton, OH is Sheldon P Starke, Attorney at Law with an LFR Score of 69/100. It has 4.8★ from 166 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Daniel Ross & Associates (#2) and Watson Kuhlman, LLC (#3) follow. We ranked 34 business lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

Which business lawyers in Clark-Fulton are open 24/7?

3 ranked business lawyers in Clark-Fulton post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Sheldon P Starke, Attorney at Law (#1), Watson Kuhlman, LLC (#3) and Rhodium Law, LLC (#7). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.

Which business lawyers in Clark-Fulton work on weekends?

8 of 34 ranked business lawyers post Saturday hours and 4 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Sheldon P Starke, Attorney at Law (#1), Daniel Ross & Associates (#2) and Watson Kuhlman, LLC (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.

What Google rating do Clark-Fulton business lawyers have?

The median Google rating among 34 rated business lawyers in Clark-Fulton is 4.8★, with a median of 24 reviews. Watson Kuhlman, LLC has the most, 345 reviews, and ranks #3. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does LawFirmsRanked rank business lawyers?

Each business lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do business lawyers outside Clark-Fulton count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Clark-Fulton city center, our service radius for business lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.

Can business lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?

No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.

How do business lawyers in Clark-Fulton, OH charge?

Business lawyers bill hourly for disputes and complex deals and often offer flat fees for company formation, standard contracts or a monthly general counsel arrangement. Lawyers using Clio billed an average of $400 an hour in this area (Clio Legal Trends data, October 2026; all areas $362). Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.

When should a small business talk to a lawyer?

Common points are choosing a business structure, partner or shareholder agreements, signing a lease or major contract, buying or selling a business, and when a dispute starts. This is general information, not legal advice.

How is this list of business lawyers in Clark-Fulton, OH ranked?

By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.

Does a lawyer need an office in Clark-Fulton?

No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.

Update log for Clark-Fulton

  1. November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 34 business lawyers serving Clark-Fulton.

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