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Simon Kelly
also known as Nicholas Simon Kelly
About Simon
Biography
Simon Kelly is a Veterans Disability Attorney at Rob Levine & Associates. He practices exclusively in Veterans Disability Law, helping veterans obtain disability compensation benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Attorney Kelly represents veterans through every step of the disability compensation appeal before the VA Regional Office and the Board of Veterans' Appeals in Washington, D.C. This includes evidence development, record research, producing legal arguments, and representation at formal hearings. His practice is nationwide and he is fully accredited by the Department of Veterans' Affairs.
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Licensed in Kentucky for 5 years
State: Kentucky
Acquired: 2020
No misconduct found
Licensed in Arkansas for 6 years
State: Arkansas
Acquired: 2019
No misconduct found
Location
Rob Levine and Associates
544 Douglas Ave, Providence, RI, 02908
Rob Levine and Associates
488 Pleasant St., New Bedford, MA, 02740
Rob Levine and Associates
900 Chapel St., 10th Fl., New Haven, CT, 06510
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Simon Kelly's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 18 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | January 7, 2025 | Hired Attorney
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VA Disability
I had the pleasure of working with Simon Kelly when I hired him to help with my VA Disability claim. I had no luck with the VA, everything came back not service connected. He was able to get my disability approved within a year. He was very helpful and kept me informed the whole time with update...
Posted by Tana | November 8, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Veteran Law!
In the beginning when I started this journey to navigate thru the difficult VA process, I was confused and lost hope in getting help. Found other agencies that just did not want to listen to my real issues and ailments aquired by my military service. They just wanted a payday. At that moment I gave ...
Posted by greg | April 10, 2024 | Hired Attorney
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MR
As a retired LEO I can say without a doubt, Mr. Simon Kelly and associates is one of the finest persons I have ever worked with.. Mr. Kelly has gone above and beyond my expectations in developing my claims. I have worked with many defense & district attorneys/judges/and I find Mr. Kelly`s expertise ...
Posted by Rusty | January 31, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
All around great!
Simon Kelly and his team made dealing with the VA process very easy! They kept me informed every step of the way, and gave me regular status updates. I highly recommend them to anyone dealing with the VA!
Posted by Jonathan | December 7, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
you want him in your corner!
Simon was perpetually communicative, informative, and patient. I know I asked the same 5 questions a dozen times, yet Simon and his team were always able to help me out. He saved me from losing my benefits, that the VA previously denied, and helped me apply for benefits I was previously scared to ask...
Simon Kelly's Lawyer Endorsements
"Simon is an outstanding attorney who I have had the privilege to work on several cases with. As a veteran himself, he truly cares about helping veterans get the benefits they deserve. I highly recommend his services to any veteran in need of legal assistance."
"Mr. Kelly is the hardest working and most personable attorney that I have ever met. He is outstanding in his field, and I would be surprised for any client to have a negative experience working with him."
"Simon has a deep understanding of the military and the hardships that veterans face, and he works hard every day to get his clients the benefits that they deserve. I would absolutely recommend him."
"Attorney Kelly is passionate about helping veterans with their VA disability compensation cases. As a veteran himself, Attorney Kelly knows firsthand the complicated and frustrating bureaucracy that is the VA. I give him my highest endorsement for anyone in need of assistance with VA disability benefits."
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Experience
Honors
2023
Client's Choice, Avvo
2019
Outstanding Public Service Award, William H. Bowen School of Law
2019
Volunteer Award, Center for Arkansas Legal Services
2019
Pro Bono Award, Arkansas Access to Justice
Work Experience
2021 - Present
Associate Veterans Disability Attorney, Rob Levine and Associates
2020 - 2021
Associate Public Defender, Louisville Metro Public Defender Office
2019 - 2020
Staff Attorney, Center for Arkansas Legal Services
2017 - 2019
Law Clerk, Mark Hampton, PA
2016 - 2019
Veterans Law Clerk, Center for Arkansas Legal Services
Associations
2020 - Present
Jefferson County Bar AssociationMember
2020 - Present
Kentucky Bar AssociationMember
2019 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2019 - Present
Pulaski County Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)Member at Large
2020 - 2022
Louis D. Brandeis American Inn of CourtAssociate Member
2017 - 2020
Judge William R. Overton American Inn of CourtPupil and Associate Member
Education
2019
University of Arkansas - Little Rock
JD - Juris Doctor
2014
University of Louisville
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2023
National Organization of Veterans' Advocates
E-Folder Modernization, ILER, and More: The Latest Developments in VA Access
2022
Veterans Legal Clinic Presentation
Careers in Veterans Law
2021
Veterans Law Symposium
Working with Veteran Clients
2021
Veterans Law Symposium
Continuing Legal Education - AMA Lane
2020
Veterans Law Panel
Providing Legal Services for Veterans
Languages
English