70/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 486 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
General Practice Lawyers in Cleveland Heights, OH: 2026 rankings
485 general practice lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Highest LFR Score in Cleveland Heights: Progress Law, LFR Score 70/100; 4.7★ from 486 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.
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Open 24 hours (per Google): AJLJ Law, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 485.
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Most-reviewed: Kahn & Associates, LLC / Your Lemon Law Attorneys, 563 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 485 ranked; ranked #4.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
485 Cleveland Heights general practice lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 31 are open 24/7, 69 open Saturdays and 47 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 485 rated law firms.
Top 10 general practice lawyers in Cleveland Heights 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.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Progress Law | 70 | 4.7★ (486) | Cleveland, 6 mi away | Sat · Sun | Top score |
| 2 | AJLJ Law | 69 | 4.9★ (148) | Cleveland, 8 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Open 24 hours |
| 3 | Minc Law | 69 | 4.9★ (123) | Cleveland, 6 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 4 | Kahn & Associates, LLC / Your Lemon Law Attorneys | 68 | 4.9★ (563) | Beachwood, 5 mi away | — | Most reviews |
| 5 | Shamberg & Associates | 67 | 4.8★ (197) | Lyndhurst, 3 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 6 | Law Offices of Brian J. Smith, ltd. | 67 | 4.9★ (144) | Rocky River, 16 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 7 | The Skolnick Weiser Law Firm, LLC | 67 | 4.8★ (71) | Cleveland, 7 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 8 | Michael Hill Trial Law | 67 | 4.8★ (130) | Cleveland, 7 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 9 | C. A. Smith Law Office | 67 | 5.0★ (91) | Cleveland, 8 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 10 | Lee R Kravitz Law Offices | 66 | 4.8★ (46) | Euclid, 5 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
All 485 general practice lawyers in Cleveland Heights, 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.
#2 AJLJ Law
Based in Cleveland, 8 mi away
69/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 148 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#3 Minc Law
Based in Cleveland, 6 mi away
69/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 123 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Beachwood, 5 mi away
68/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 563 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lyndhurst, 3 mi away
67/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 197 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Rocky River, 16 mi away
67/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 144 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cleveland, 7 mi away
67/100LFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 71 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cleveland, 7 mi away
67/100LFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 130 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cleveland, 8 mi away
67/100LFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 91 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Euclid, 5 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 46 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cleveland, 8 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 49 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Trial attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#12 Nadas Law
Based in Cleveland Heights
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cleveland, 8 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 42 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#14 Ohio Abogado
Based in Lakewood, 13 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 139 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cleveland, 8 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 342 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Parma, 10 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 190 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#17 Taubman Law
Based in Cleveland, 8 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 93 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Beachwood, 5 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 299 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Wickliffe, 8 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 33 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cleveland, 4 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 71 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Solon, 11 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 105 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Mayfield Heights, 5 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 120 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Euclid, 5 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 148 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Westlake, 21 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 86 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Beachwood, 4 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 44 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.
General practice lawyers ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 485 ranked general practice lawyers here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Cleveland Heights
20 more general practice lawyers within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
How we ranked Cleveland Heights general practice lawyers
We scored 485 Cleveland Heights general practice 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.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Cleveland Heights data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Bar status | 10% | 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 volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7 | Measured |
| Practice focus | 15% | How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Law Firms Ranked reviews | 10% | Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
How to choose a general practice lawyer
- Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
- Ask how many general legal matters matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
- Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
- Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
- Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
- Ask how often the firm handles your kind of matter, and whether it would refer it elsewhere.
- Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.
Questions to ask a general practice 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?
- How often do you handle matters like mine?
- 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.
General practice lawyers in Cleveland Heights: frequently asked questions
Which general practice lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Cleveland Heights?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked general practice lawyer in Cleveland Heights, OH is Progress Law with an LFR Score of 70/100. It has 4.7★ from 486 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. AJLJ Law (#2) and Minc Law (#3) follow. We ranked 485 general practice lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many general practice lawyers are there in Cleveland Heights?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 485 general practice lawyers serving Cleveland Heights, OH. 1 of them is based in Cleveland Heights; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which general practice lawyers in Cleveland Heights are open 24/7?
31 ranked general practice lawyers in Cleveland Heights post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are AJLJ Law (#2), Minc Law (#3) and Law Offices of Brian J. Smith, ltd. (#6). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which general practice lawyers in Cleveland Heights work on weekends?
69 of 485 ranked general practice lawyers post Saturday hours and 47 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Progress Law (#1), AJLJ Law (#2) and Minc Law (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do Cleveland Heights general practice lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 485 rated general practice lawyers in Cleveland Heights is 4.6★, with a median of 9 reviews. Kahn & Associates, LLC / Your Lemon Law Attorneys has the most, 563 reviews, and ranks #4. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does LawFirmsRanked rank general practice lawyers?
Each general practice 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 general practice lawyers outside Cleveland Heights count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Cleveland Heights city center, our service radius for general practice 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 general practice 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 general practice lawyers in Cleveland Heights, OH charge?
General practice lawyers usually charge flat fees for routine work such as simple wills or closings and hourly rates for disputes. Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.
When is a general practice lawyer a good fit?
For common matters such as wills, home purchases, small business contracts or minor disputes, especially in smaller cities. For complex cases, ask how often the firm handles your kind of matter. This is general information, not legal advice.
How is this list of general practice lawyers in Cleveland Heights, 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 Cleveland Heights?
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 Cleveland Heights
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 485 general practice lawyers serving Cleveland Heights.
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