Four attorneys from Elk + Elk have been recognized in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America, one of the nation's most respected peer-reviewed legal guides. The firm achieved standout recognition in Cleveland with “Lawyer of the Year” honors awarded in both personal injury and medical malpractice law.
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— 2026 Lawyer of the Year – Personal Injury Litigation: Plaintiffs (Cleveland)
— Managing PartnerJames (Jay) M. Kelley III
— 2026 Lawyer of the Year – Medical Malpractice Law: Plaintiffs (Cleveland)
— Of Counsel AttorneyMarilena DiSilvio
“Being recognized by our peers is a valued acknowledgment of the talented people we have assembled at Elk + Elk,” said Kelley. “Every honor, individual or firm, is a reflection of the work our entire team puts in every day to guide our clients and fight for the results they deserve.”
In addition to these individual honors, The Best Lawyers in America recognized the following Elk + Elk attorneys for their outstanding work and client advocacy:
— James (Jay) M. Kelley III
— Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs
— Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs
— Phillip A. Kuri
— Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs
— Curtis M. Fifner
— Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs
— Marilena DiSilvio
— Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs
— Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs
Selections for The Best Lawyers in America are based entirely on peer review, honoring attorneys for professional excellence and leadership in specific practice areas and regions. The “Lawyer of the Year” distinction is awarded to the lawyer with the highest overall peer feedback in a given category and location.
About Elk + ElkElk + Elk is a personal injury law firm representing clients across Ohio, Kentucky, and Washington. The firm handles medical malpractice, catastrophic injury, wrongful death, birth injury, slip and fall, and other complex litigation. Learn more at elkandelk.com
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