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Scott A. Kelly

Scott A. Kelly

Law Offices of Scott A. Kelly

18+ Years

Legal Experience

About Scott A. Kelly

Scott A. Kelly has been a dedicated attorney since 2007, concentrating his practice on litigation, particularly in DUI defense. He has represented clients in a variety of cases, including criminal defense, OVI (DUI), personal injury, and civil litigation. His experience spans trial courts across Ohio, the state's district courts of appeals, the Ohio Supreme Court, and the US Federal District Courts for the Southern and Northern Districts of Ohio, as well as the US Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals.

Scott is certified in the NHTSA Standardized Field Sobriety Testing course and commits his continuing education to DUI defense. His community involvement is notable in Shelby County, where he is an elder at Sidney First Presbyterian Church and participates in several fraternal and charitable organizations.

As a member of the Ohio State Bar Association, Shelby County Bar Associations, and the Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Scott maintains strong professional affiliations. He is a lifelong resident of Shelby County, Ohio.

Scott graduated from Houston High School in Houston, Ohio, and went on to attend Transylvania University in Lexington, Kentucky, where he graduated magna cum laude with double majors in history and religion. He earned his law degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Law.

For additional insights, Scott frequently contributes to the legal website avvo.com, where his profile is available. He also maintains a DUI blog offering updates on Ohio DUI laws and cases.

The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.

Practice Areas

DUI & DWI
Criminal Law
Domestic Violence
Personal Injury
Appeals & Appellate
Criminal Appeals
Drug Crimes
Expungement
Fraud
Gun Crimes
Internet Crimes
Sex Crimes
Theft
Violent Crimes
Domestic Violence Criminal Defense

Ohio Car Accident Laws

Understanding Ohio's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:

Statute of Limitations

2 years

Time limit to file a claim

Negligence Rule

modified comparative fault (51%)

How fault is determined

Min. Insurance (BI/PD)

$25K/$50K/$25K

Per person/per accident/property

Insurance System

At-Fault

At-fault driver's insurance pays

Frequently Asked Questions

What areas of law does Scott A. Kelly focus on?

Scott A. Kelly focuses on litigation, particularly DUI defense, as well as criminal defense and personal injury cases.

Where has Scott A. Kelly practiced law?

He has practiced in Ohio trial courts, district courts of appeals, the Ohio Supreme Court, US Federal District Courts for the Southern and Northern Districts of Ohio, and the US Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals.

What certifications does Scott A. Kelly hold?

Scott is certified in the NHTSA Standardized Field Sobriety Testing course.

What is Scott A. Kelly's educational background?

Scott graduated magna cum laude from Transylvania University with majors in history and religion and earned his law degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Law.

How can I find more information about Scott A. Kelly?

You can view his profile on avvo.com and follow his DUI blog for updates on Ohio DUI laws.

Contact Information

124 W. North St. Lima OH 45801
Lima, OH
4192211736 Visit Website

Need Legal Help?

Contact Scott A. Kelly for a free consultation about your accident case.

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After an Accident

  1. 1Seek immediate medical attention
  2. 2Document the scene & gather evidence
  3. 3File a police report
  4. 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
  5. 5Contact Scott for a free case review

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