Thomas Arrowood Kellis II

Thomas Arrowood Kellis II

also known as Tommy Kellis, Thomas Kellis, Tommy Kellis II

4.7
Rating: 6.8

Licensed for 18 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at New Bern, NC
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury ... +13 more

1723 South Glenburnie Road, New Bern, NC

About Thomas

Biography

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Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 18 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 2007

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Tommy Kellis Attorney at Law

1723 South Glenburnie Road, New Bern, NC, 28562

Carolina Law Group

205 Wolfcreek Professional Park Center, Hwy 70W, Havelock, NC, 28532

Carolina Law Group

700 Arendell St., Suite 7, morehead city, NC, 28557

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Thomas Arrowood Kellis II's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

22 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | July 15, 2015 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

terrible staff!!!

Mr. Kellis is probably a great attorney but his staff is terrible. They didn't call me back and didn't even know how to assist me when I called them. This was my second ticket that I hired him for and four months ago, the paralegal he had there knew exactly how to assist me. He made a bad choice in h...is workers since then. Staff is a very important part of the office so because of the staff I give this office a negative 1!

Posted by Justin | September 23, 2014 | DUI & DWI

Very honest lawyer who prepares for every contingency

In the past, Mr. Kellis handled several traffic violations and/or minor drug charges for me, and he always did exactly what he said he would do for very reasonable fees. Most recently, Mr. Kellis handled a DWI charge that I received in Jones Co. NC in September of 2012. Even though the case was... pending for over two years, I never once felt like Mr. Kellis gave up on me. Although he could have most likely entered a plea deal on several occasions, he instead opted to take my case to trial and fight as hard as possible. Once the trial commenced, it was clear that Mr. Kellis was prepared, and that he had done his homework. The checkpoint at which I had received the charge was suppressed, and the DA had no choice but to dismiss the case. Also, throughout the whole ordeal, Mr. Kellis kept me informed of his strategy, and also made sure that I was financially and mentally prepared for the worst case scenario. This man does not blow smoke, and he does not make false promises. He is a very honest and fair individual that also makes an effort to develop lasting and trustworthy business relationships. I wholeheartedly endorse and recommend this man.

Posted by anonymous | May 09, 2014

Extremely Professional

Mr.Kellis was extremely professional and his staff are very helpful, understanding and always return phone calls in a timely manner.

Posted by Jeremy | November 22, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Thank You Mr Kellis

I was refered to Mr Kellis by a friend and greatful for the referral. Mr Kellis right from the start heard me out, gathered the facts in detail and never once made me feel uncomfortable about my situation. As my court date grew near I began to grow worrisome of the possible outcome or impending doom... I was to face if found guilty. Mr Kellis eased all those unnessisarry jitters with his confidence and calm deminor. Once my day in court arrived I sat in the crowd patiently waiting to face the music fearing that I would be put to he stand and made an example of by the district attorney.... No such event ever took place. Mr Kellis wanting to avoid having myself shamed publicly took it upon himself to settle the matter behind closed doors with the district attorney and police officer who was charging me. I never once had to leave my seat until the moment Mr Kellis was telling me that he got all three charges dropped and that I was dismissed. Should I ever find myself in a similar predicament I will certainly be seeking Mr Kellis' services again.

Posted by anonymous | October 09, 2013 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Extremely pleased!

Got a speeding ticket while passing through NC. Within a few days my mailbox was jammed with solicitation letters from NC attorneys! Mr Kellis's letter was by far the most professional and respectful and his website was most helpful and professional in every way. His fee was very reasonable. The clie...nt service his staff provided was also very high quality, they handled my case expertly and with attention to every detail and were quick to fully answer my every question. Very pleased!

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Sharla Manglitz

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer, and recommend referring clients to Tommy or soliciting his advise as co-counsel. He is razor sharp and an excellent litigator."

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Experience

Rating:  6.8 (Good)

Honors

2013

Client's Choice 2013, AVVO

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Attorney, Tommy Kellis Attorney at Law

1900 - Present

Member, Tommy Kellis Attorney at Law

Associations

2007 - Present

Amercian Bar Association

Attorney Member

2007 - Present

North Carolina Bar Association

2007 - Present

North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers

Attorney Member

2007 - Present

3B Judicial Bar Association

Attorney Member

Sample of Legal Cases

NC Employment division Appeal

Prior Ruling Reversed, Client eligible for Benefits

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Education

2007

Thomas M. Cooley Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2004

St. Leo

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

Spanish

English

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