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Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
75%
35 years
Appeals
25%
35 years
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in Massachusetts for 29 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Licensed in Texas for 15 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Licensed in Rhode Island for 35 years
State: Rhode Island
Acquired: 1990
No misconduct found
Location
Committee For Public Counsel Services
340 Main Street, Suite 725, Worcester, MA, 01608-1601
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Posted by Ron | May 06, 2013
Stephen Kelly
I found Mr. Kelly to be an excellent communicator. He explained a difficult legal process in simple terms and then kept me informed of all the progress along the way. I would not hesitate to retain his services in the future.
Posted by Thomas | October 27, 2012
Review after answering my question
Did a excelent job of anwsering my question with the information i needed
Posted by Rob | June 12, 2012 | Military Law
Military Law
Excellent experience with Steve on military law. He provided accurate guidance and demished my concerns accurately. He was always available by cell for consultations/advice. I would highly recommend Steve for all the facets of law he practices. His conscientiousness and knowledge is beyond compar...
Posted by Robin | January 16, 2012 | Military Law
Wonderful, couldn't have asked for any more....
We called from 250 miles away with an Emergency with our son. Mr. Kelly immediately responded and maintained constant communication throughout. Things were settled very quickly and we were extremely pleased we found him for a lawyer. Great knowledge of Military Law.
Stephen P. Kelly's Lawyer Endorsements
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"I endorse this lawyer. A serious lawyer and a serious choice."
"I endorse this lawyer. Steve provides clear, concise, reliable advice. He's a zealous and honorable advocate for his client."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Attorney Kelly is one of the finest criminal defense and military law attorneys in MA. He has an outstanding reputation and is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients. Attoreny Kelly is a credit to the legal profession and I highly recommend his legal services."
"I have known Steve for many years and worked directly with him for two years. I know first-hand the exceptional quality of his legal representation. I have seen the full force of his knowledge, experience and ability in the zealous representation of his clients. He is responsive in providing legal guidance and strong in his advocacy for his clients. I highly recommend Steve."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is true professional. He is a tough trial attorney with a lot of experience. He zealously defends the rights of others. He enjoys a reputation as being tough but fair in the courtroom."
"I strongly endorse Steve Kelly - he is a superb attorney and a man of the highest integrity. I've known Steve for over 15 years and worked closely with him on a number of legal matters. I highly recommend Steve, without hesitation. If I needed legal representation in Massachusetts I would go to Steve Kelly, no doubt."
"I give Steve my highest endorsement. I was Steve's supervisor for two years when he and I were active duty attorneys in the Air Force. Steve was responsible for providing defense representation in the eastern third of the United States for all Air Force personnel facing courts-martial, nonjudicial discliplinary actions, and involuntary discharge actions. Steve led an amazing cadre of over sixty attorneys and paralegals in providing these services, while maintaining his own individual caseload, representing senior officers facing multi-faceted legal and career difficulties. He is a brilliant litigator, but an even better person. I would gladly work with Steve again, and strongly encourage those in need of criminal representation to avail themselves of Steve's expertise."
"Steve Kelly likes to use the tagline, "Honest Zealous and Determined." I can tell you from knowing Steve through some local organizations, that he is all of the above. A former lawyer in the military, Steve is someone I would not hesitate to recommend to any clients of mine who needed criminal representation. He is a hard worker, and goes the extra mile for his clients"
"Steve is an excellent attorney. He responds to clients and counsel promptly, is extremely knowledgeable, and is very hard working. I endorse Stephen Kelly."
"Stephen Kelly is the kind of lawyer a person needs when they’re in a jam--experienced, thorough, no nonsense, straightforward and honest. His work on Avvo is testimony of his desire to help those in need to benefit from his expertise. I strongly endorse Stephen Kelly."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Kelly is an exceptional attorney. His clients benefit greatly from his knowledge in the areas of criminal law, military law, and appeals."
"Stephen is a thoroughly experienced attorney who works diligently for his clients' best interests. I highly recommend Attorney Kelly!"
"Top-notch attorney."
"Attorney Stephen P. Kelly is a practical, knowledgeable, and articulate advocate with substantial legal experience. He clearly represents his clients with passion, commitment, and professional acumen. It is a pleasure to endorse attorney Kelly."
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Experience
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Supervising Staff Attorney, Committee For Public Counsel Services
2011 - 2013
Attorney/Owner, The Law Office Of Stephen P. Kelly
1991 - 2011
Judge Advocate, United States Air Force
Associations
2011 - Present
United States District Court for the District of MassachusettsMember
2010 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
1999 - Present
United States Supreme Court BarMember
1991 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Armed ForcesMember
1990 - Present
United States Air Force Court of Criminal AppealsMember
1990 - Present
Rhode Island Bar AssociationMember
2012 - 2013
Worcester County Bar AdvocatesBar Advocate
2011 - 2013
Massachusetts Committee for Public Counsel Services Appellate PanelMember
2011 - 2013
Business Networking International (BNI), Triboro Business LunchMember
Education
1990
Boston University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1983
Ithaca College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Will my Dismissed Disorderly Conduct affect eligibility to join one of the military branches as an officer?
21 Aug 2013
Q&A
Can you get an honorable discharge if you are awol for 60 days?
03 Jul 2013
Q&A
My son was discharge from the Air Force during basic training for chin splints, being underweight, and having ADD.
13 Jun 2013