Overview
Practice Areas
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Fees and Payment Types
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Fees
Contingent (30%-35%), Fixed (Sometimes), Free Consultation (15 minutes), Hourly ($250-$300/hour)
Payment types
Cash, Check
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Contact Information
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Languages Spoken
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About Me
Photos (4)
Videos (0)
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Skills and Specialty:
1989 - present: Certified by the North Carolina State Bar as a Specialist in North Carolina Family Law;
2001: Certified by the... more
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References
Client Reviews
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Posted by:
David and Heather,
2010-02-23
almost 2 years ago.
Client Review:
My wife and I’s search for a family lawyer started with a simple search: Christian Lawyer in NC.
After finding his website for the Christian...
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Posted by:
a Divorce client,
2010-02-11
almost 2 years ago.
Client Review:
I would highly recommend Mr. Kelso. Divorce/separation is wrought with enough confusion and anguish without having to wonder if you're being ably...
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Peer Endorsements
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I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Kelso is an outstanding attorney with a wonderful reputation . He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients...
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Endorsement from lawyer:
Howard Lewis
, Framingham (MA), 7 months ago
I am a fellow lawyer who has worked as co-counsel with Lloyd Kelso in the past. He is fair, ethical, and knowledgeable in his practice.
Endorsement from lawyer:
James Fuller
, Davidson (NC), Almost 2 years ago
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Résumé
License
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36 years since Lloyd T. Kelso was first licensed to practice law.
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License status |
Year acquired |
Last updated by Avvo |
| South Carolina |
Authorized to practice law
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1976 |
06/08/2009 |
| North Carolina |
Authorized to practice law
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1977 |
05/22/2008 |
| Tennessee |
Authorized to practice law
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1994 |
04/08/2009 |
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Work Experience
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| Position |
Duration |
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Owner at
Lloyd T. Kelso, Attorney at Law
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1997–present
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Partner at
Ervin, Gates & Kelso
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1995–1997
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Senior Partner at
Kelso, Ferguson & McGraw
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1994–1995
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Senior Partner at
Kelso & Ferguson, Attorneys at Law
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1983–1994
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Owner at
Lloyd T. Kelso, P.A.
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1978–1983
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Associate at
Charles D. Gray, III, P.A.
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1976–1978
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Education
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| School |
Major |
Degree |
Graduated |
| Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary |
Divinity |
MA - Masters |
2006 |
| Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary |
Christian Counseling |
MA - Masters |
2006 |
| University of South Carolina School of Law |
Law |
JD - Juris Doctor |
1975 |
| Erskine College |
History |
BA - Bachelor of Arts |
1973 |
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Awards
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| Award Name |
Granting Organization |
Date |
| Listed as Star Search on Super Lawyers 2009 |
Key Professional Media, Inc. |
2009 |
| Phi Alphi Chi |
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary |
2006 |
| Psi Chi |
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary |
2005 |
| Recognized as an "Advocate" |
Association of Trial Lawyers of America |
2000 |
| American Jurisprudence Award - Constitutional Law |
University of South Carolina Law School |
1974 |
| Library Award |
Erskine College |
1973 |
| Omicron Delta Kappa |
Erskine College |
1972 |
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Associations
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| Position |
Association Name |
Duration |
| Founder |
Christian Family Law Association |
2009-present
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| Member |
Christian Trial Lawyers Association |
2008-present
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| Member |
Christian Legal Society |
2006-present
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| Member |
Gaston County Bar Association |
1977-present
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| Member |
North Carolina Bar Association |
1977-present
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| Foundation Trustee & Staff Relations Committee |
River Hills Community Church |
2000-2003
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| Member |
Association of Trial Lawyers of America |
1978-2003
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| Member |
North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers |
1978-2003
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| Chairman |
Gastonia Mayor's Task Force on Homelessness |
2000-2002
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| President |
Gaston County Bar Association |
1992
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| Teacher of Business Law |
Belmont Abbey College |
1987-1988
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| President of Methodist Men |
Christ United Methodist Church |
1986-1987
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| Director |
Gastonia Jaycees |
1977-1981
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| Vice President |
Gastonia Jaycees |
1978-1979
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| Teacher of Business Law |
Hamilton College |
1977-1978
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| Teacher of Business Law and Insurance Law |
Biscayne Southern College |
1976-1977
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Portfolio
Contribution
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Reputation Level 13
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Cases
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Outcome: $525,000 Personal Injury Settlement
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Publications
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| Article |
Publication |
Date |
| Statutes, Leading Cases, and Commentary |
North Carolina Family Law Statutes |
2009 |
| Statutes, Leading Cases, and Commentary |
Kelso, North Carolina Family Law Statutes |
2008 |
| Divorce, Alimony, Child Custody, Forms |
North Carolina Family Law Practice (2 Volumes) |
2008 |
| Statutes, Leading Cases, and Commentary |
Kelso, North Carolina Family Law Statutes |
2007 |
| North Carolina Divorce, Alimony & Child Custody with Forms |
Kelso, North Carolina Divorce, Alimony & Child Custody with Forms (4th Ed.) |
2001 |
| North Carolina Divorce, Alimony & Child Custody with Forms |
Kelso, North Carolina Divorce, Alimony & Child Custody with Forms (3rd Ed.) |
1995 |
| North Carolina Divorce, Alimony & Child Custody with Forms |
Kelso, North Carolina Divorce, Alimony & Child Custody with Forms (2nd Ed.) |
1989 |
| North Carolina Divorce, Alimony & Child Custody with Forms |
Kelso, North Carolina Divorce, Alimony & Child Custody with Forms |
1983 |
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Speaking Engagements
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| Presentation Name |
Conference |
Date |
| Practicing Law as a Ministry |
CLS Student Chapter |
2010 |
| Voice of Truth |
CLS Luncheon |
2009 |
| Ten Successful Tips on Trying the Connective Tissue Case |
"How To Hammer Allstate" |
1999 |
| Trial Issues: Preparing Successful Motions in Limine, Effective Voir Dire, Dealing with Irrelevant Defenses, Opening Statement, Closing Argument Tactics |
"How To Combat Insurance Abuse" |
1998 |
| "Invalid Marriages and Annulment" |
Family Law Practice Manual |
1991 |
| "Uniform Reciprocal Enforcement of Support Act" |
Family Law Practice Manual |
1991 |
| "Handling the Emotionally Troubled and Difficult Client" |
Family Law Ethics |
1991 |
| "Dealing with the Difficult Domestic Client" |
Family Support Litigation |
1990 |
| "Invalid Marriages and Annulment" |
Family Law Practice Manual |
1989 |
| "Uniform Reciprocal Enforcement of Support Act" |
Family Law Practice Manual |
1989 |
| "Child Support in North Carolina" |
Family Law Practice Manual |
1989 |
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