Patrick David Kelley

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Patrick David Kelley

4.3
Rating: 7.4

Licensed for 42 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Williamsburg, VA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

5520 Foundation St, Williamsburg, VA

About Patrick

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 30%

800 cases

30%
DUI and DWI 30%

1,000 cases

30%
Personal Injury 20%

300 cases

20%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 20%

500 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2017 2015

Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 42 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1983

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Montgomery, Kelley & Mckinnon, L.L.C.

5520 Foundation St, Williamsburg, VA, 23188-2871

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Patrick David Kelley's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

23 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | November 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Highly recommend Patrick Kelley!!!

Mr. Kelley was recently my attorney. I cannot express enough how thrilled I am with the job that he did on my behalf. During the many months that he represented my interests, he proved to be highly versed in the law, trustworthy, of great moral/ethical character, and a no-nonsense kind of guy. He ...kept me updated throughout court proceedings and didn’t leave me with any unanswered questions. I always felt like he was in my corner and that he was going to fight tooth and nail to get the best outcome for me...which he did! I’ve often joked that he is a shark of an attorney among minnows. I am so thankful that I had him as my attorney because he is a definite winner! If you ever need an attorney, do yourself a favor and hire the absolute best...Mr. Pat Kelley. (Thank you, Pat for everything!)

Posted by Casey | May 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Amazing!

Pat Kelley is amazing with his knowledge and his skills. He guided me through the appropriate steps I needed to take before my hearing and answered any concern I had about my charges and calmed my worries. I walked into the courtroom with 3 charges, a DUI being one of them and with his knowledge and ...skills I was found not guilty of my DUI, got a charge lowered, and I kept my simple speeding ticket. I'm thankful I had a great attorney on my side that saved me from a situation I never want to be in again.

Posted by JB | June 30, 2015

Great Attorney

From the moment I called and made my first appointment to meet with Pat I knew I made the right decision. Upon meeting Pat it was confirmed. He listened to everything I had to say and allowed me to tell him what I wanted done. I felt at ease after meeting him because I knew that everything was going ...to be just fine and he was going to work hard for me. I got the outcome I was looking for and he was very fair with his cost of doing business. I would definitely recommend him to any friend or family member of mine for anything they might need.

Posted by Bonnie | June 25, 2015

Patrick Kelley Gives Confidence

Mr. Kelley handled my case to my complete satisfaction. I was very nervous in the beginning and he calmed me down several times; he kept me informed and treated me in such a way that I grew to have complete confidence in him. I would definitely recommend him to any friend and although I hope not to... need him again, I would certainly use him again if necessary.

Posted by Nancy | March 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Attorney and Friend

On February 2016 I was hit by a commercial truck that ran a red light. I was injured with a severe head laceration and other cuts and bruises, The car was also totaled. My family and I agreed we needed a lawyer and we searched the Internet. In the conclusion we decided to contact Pat Kelley as we...re pleased with his credentials and past case results. At our first meeting he outlined his plans and the possible results. We retained him as our attorney but he also became a friend. During the months he was working on the case, he was always eager to answer our questions and concerns. He worked with the insurance companies, Medicare and the hospital and he was able to bring us to a reasonable settlement. I would recommend him highly. I consider Pat Kelley a very knowledgeable lawyer and a friend.

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Darley Richard

Unknown lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Pat Kelley is an excellent attorney. He has the advantage of understanding the perspective of the prosecutor, and knowing how to best advocate for his clients because of that experience."

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Fernando Groene

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Pat is an effective advocate who fights hard for his clients and understands the complexities of the legal process. He achieves positive outcomes and enjoys an excellent reputation among his peers. I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Gaten

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Pat Kelley is an excellent attorney. His legal skill and acumen are top notch. I have had the pleasure of trying numerous cases against Pat Kelley for years. He is always knowledgeable on the law and works zealously with prosecutors to get the best result for his clients."

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Experience

Rating:  7.4 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2002 - Present

Attorney at Law, Montgomery, Kelley & McKinnon, P.L.C.

1998 - 2002

Partner, David Holland Law Group

1996 - 1998

Associate, Breit Drescher & Breit

1989 - 1996

Deputy Commonwealth Attorney, Williamsburg/James City County Commonwealth Attorney Office

1983 - 1989

Attorney, U.S. Army Judge Advocate General (Jag) Corps

Associations

Virginia State Bar

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Education

1983

College of William and Mary, Marshall-Wythe School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1978

Virginia Military Institute

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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