Overview

Kyle is a seasoned commercial litigator with extensive experience representing businesses and individuals in complex legal disputes. Known for a strategic and results driven approach, Kyle has successfully handled a wide range of cases, including contract disputes, business torts, shareholder disputes, intellectual property claims, as well as employment, consumer privacy, and defamation matters.

In addition to his litigation practice, Kyle serves as a trusted outside general counsel to a diverse portfolio of clients, ranging from startups to established corporations, including in in the e-commerce, construction, manufacturing, and defense contracting industries. In this role, Kyle provides proactive legal advice on day-to-day business operations, corporate governance, risk management, regulatory compliance, contract negotiation, and claims management. By deeply understanding each client’s goals and challenges, Kyle delivers practical, tailored solutions that align with their strategic objectives. 

Combining sharp legal acumen with a commitment to client service, Kyle is recognized for his ability to navigate complex legal landscapes while fostering long-term client relationships. With a reputation for excellence and proven track record, Kyle is a valued partner to his clients.

Representative Matters

• Conley v. Suchovsky, et al., Portage County Court of Common Pleas No. 2014CV00061 (May 18, 2016) (as first-chair trial counsel, obtained a unanimous jury verdict in favor of defendants on plaintiff’s claims for breach of contract, nuisance, and trespass following week-long jury trial)
• Victory Lane Quick Oil Change, Inc. v. Richard F. Miller, et al. U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio, Case No. 1:16-cv-02252 (defended commercial landlords in trademark infringement lawsuit resulting in a favorable settlement for clients)  

• Yogen Saunthararajah v. Santhosh Vadivelu, et al., Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas, Case No. CV-18-898044 (represented the plaintiff-physician in a complex lawsuit involving claims of fraud, breach of contract, and injunctive relief over plaintiff’s ownership of the company in dispute and his control of incredibly valuable intellectual property rights in the biotechnology field, resulting in a favorable settlement for the client)

Courts & Bar Associations

• Ohio Supreme Court
• United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit
• United States District Court for the Northern District of Ohio
• United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio
• Ohio State Bar Association
• Stark County Bar Association

 Professional & Civic Affiliations

• Association for Corporate Growth, Member 
• Ohio Contractors Association, Member
• Construction Employers Association, Member
• Builders Exchange of East Central Ohio, Member
• Building Industry Association of Stark County, Member
• Surety Association of Ohio, Member
• Pathway Caring for Children, Board of Directors 

Professional Honors & Awards

• Rising Star, Ohio Super Lawyers® (2022-2025)
• The Best Lawyers in America^®, Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants (2024-2025)