About ALV Legal Assistance

Empowering through education and legal assistance.

30+

22

Trusted

Locally

One Voice. One Call. Justice For All.

Judge Edward Wade, Jr.

We believe in:

Your Story. Your Rights. Your Fight.

ALV Legal Assistance began as guidance from

Judge Edward Wade, Jr. and Cleveland State University School Of Law, and founded by Lonnie Bray EL.

Lonnie Bray EL, M. F. A., M.A. B.A., A.S. is an independent scholar, expert on Court Records Procedures, Administrative Law - Indigenous People, and Strategy, a master story crafter, and Head Legal Assistant.

Judge Edward Wade Jr.

Lonnie Bray EL, M. F. A., M.A., B.A., A.S.

LONNIE BRAY EL'S Credentials

Master of Fine Arts in Writing - Lindenwood University.
Master of Arts in Communications in Digital and Media Communications.
Master of Teach English as a Second Language - Arizona State University.
Bachelor of Arts in English | Creative Writing - Magna Cum laude - Cleveland State University.
Associate of Science Cum laude - Cuyahoga Community College.
Chess Expert, United States Chess Federation.

Awards and Honors

FIL International Book Fair Featured Author, 2023.
Over 60 National and International Film Awards, including for Best
Director, Best Film, Best Short Film, Best Experimental Film, and Best Story.
Multiple National Poetry Awards.

Words from the ceo

"When it comes to Entertainment Law, Contracts, Patents, Trademarks, you want me, because I know angles from working in the film business.
"When it comes to Civil Litigation, I believe in Your Story, Your Rights, and Your Attack, even if you’re defending.
"When it comes to Criminal Defense, I believe in Your Story, Your Rights, and Your Defense. I’ve been on the other side of the table. I faced 25 years, fought, and won, and you want me, because I can teach you how.

"Telling me everything is the best thing you can do."

Tell Me Your Story Now