Cannabis
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Klevis is an associate with a breadth of unique experiences, including moving from Albania to the United States in 1998. His national practice is focused on representing clients in the cannabis industry, and a variety of litigation, including catastrophic trucking accidents, insurance coverage decisions, product liability claims, subrogation and reimbursement claims, general business disputes, and intellectual property disputes. Klevis has a passion for helping clients efficiently resolve issues and achieve desired results in business and in the courtroom. While in law school, Klevis served as judicial extern for the Honorable Magistrate Judge Kathleen B. Burke in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio. He was also the managing editor of the Cleveland State Law Review. Klevis received his J.D., summa cum laude, from Cleveland-Marshall College of Law and his B.A., magna cum laude, from Baldwin Wallace University. Contact Info: (216) 515-1632 kbakiaj@frantzward.com Click here to visit website
Jurisdiction
Ohio
State Capital
Columbus
Highest Court
Ohio Supreme Court
Bar Association
Ohio State Bar Association
Typical Consultation
$150-$300
Typical Hourly Range
$250-$450/hr
Fee Model Notes
Hourly or flat-fee billing is common.
Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.
Debra Davis
Klevis Bakiaj provided solid legal advice for my application to open a dispensary in Columbus. His unique background, including his international perspective from Albania, gave him a practical approach to navigating Ohio's complex cannabis regulations. He clearly understands the industry's specific challenges. However, the process felt somewhat transactional. There were periods of several days where I didn't receive updates on my file's status, and I sometimes had to follow up multiple times. His legal work on the zoning and licensing paperwork was thorough, but setting clearer expectations on timelines from the outset would have helped manage my stress. He's a knowledgeable attorney in this niche field, but the client experience felt just adequate.