Kelly Sullivan

Kelly Sullivan

5.0
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 13 years

Immigration Lawyer at Charleston, SC
Practice Areas: Immigration

4000 S. Faber Place Drive, Suite 300, Charleston, SC

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14 years

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 13 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2012

Member in Good Standing

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Location

Law Office of Kelly Sullivan

4000 S. Faber Place Drive, Suite 300, Charleston, SC, 29405

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45 Client Reviews

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Posted by Princess | January 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

PR naturalization in becoming a U.S. Citizen

January 2015. I was introduced to Ms. Kelly Sullivan by a mutual friend and after our first phone call I immediately liked her. She was very kind, attentive, and warm, with excellent background and the expertise I looked for and needed: International Immigration. We started with the legal consult...ation on my issue "Re-unification of family" then it materialized to hired attorney with the service of petitioning my case on "PR naturalization in becoming a U.S. Citizen". I settled my Legal Retainer and payment of attorney's fees for the Naturalization first, then we proceed with my petition Form N-400 and payment of its fee. Not long after, I got my biometric appointment, and the USCIS interview and Naturalization test appointment. The process was done long distance via phone calls, textings, e-Mails, mails, and us never met in person (we live in different states). Even so, Ms. Kelly was prompt, professional, and systematic, yet remained in touch, available, patient, friendly, wise, and emphatatic. Her soft spoken and listening ears has helped me feel calm and heard. She also gave time to go through each steps and each forms and made time to listen and answer my inquiries. January 2016. I passed my USCIS interview and Naturalization test, and my case closed by USCIS. My case took longer, one year, (the USCIS data said 97% passed and an average of 5 months process) because I had to leave America to my home country for a 3 month emergency visit and then there was this settling down period after moving house (back in America). While it takes two to tango, where both sides shall answer and complete what it is asked, but I believed that when the attorney and the Law Firm have a good and vast network, plus a good reputation and harmony of their own rights, they would make a Big difference. Trust and respect also works both ways. And I got all. I'm a satisfied client. God bless!

Posted by Mary Lynn | October 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Military Law

Professional, Dedicated and Compassionate

Kelly Sullivan worked tirelessly for our dad, a senior veteran in The United States Air Force during his quest to reinstate his veteran medical benefits. Her attention, perseverance and quick response to his case was exemplary. In addition her brilliant thinking outside the box to gain attention fo...r my dad's case brought the first timely response from the VA we have ever experienced. She was able to win his case for him against very heavy odds. We will always be grateful for her work and for her compassion in dealing with my Dad.

Posted by Sam | September 15, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Upfront with everything

Would highly recommend Kelly as an immigration lawyer. She is upfront with everything including cost, fees, etc. One of the greatest things about her is that she is honest. She will let you know what you can do and you can't do with timelines. Thank you for helping us out with our immigration concern...s.

Kelly Sullivan

Replied last September 15, 2015

You are very welcome, and all the best. Please reach out again if you need any additional guidance.

Posted by Barbara | September 15, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Professional, Competent and Compassionate

I had the good fortune to work with Ms Sullivan on behalf of my father, an airforce veteran. The case was concerning disability. Ms Sullivan completed a thorough investigation, making contact with the appropriate individuals and agencies. In all of our communications with Ms Sullivan, she remained p...rofessional and compassionate. She kept the family updated for each and every step of the process. She was sucessful in winning the case for my father. It is with complete confidence that I highly recommend Ms. Sullivan as a competent and qualified attorney.

Kelly Sullivan

Replied last September 15, 2015

It was an honor to work with you and your family. So glad I could help!

Posted by anonymous | September 14, 2015 | Immigration

Excellent Lawyer would recommended to anyone.

I would recommend Kelly to anyone who has immigration questions or any other queries. She has cleared up all of my questions and any doubts that I had including presented me with different ways of solving a problem quickly and efficiently. Her honesty and experience is commendable. She is a great la...wyer and always available when needed.

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Kelly Sullivan's Lawyer Endorsements

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Stephanie Nodine

Immigration lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have contracted with Kelly to assist with brief writing on various occasions. She is conscientious, produces a high quality of work and her professionalism is unmatched!"

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Betsy Havens

Immigration lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kelly is a bright, hardworking, diligent attorney who also has the unique gift of being kind and compassionate with clients."

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Ida Keir

Immigration lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am happy to recommend Kelly. She is very professional, conscientious, experienced and trustworthy. She has lived and worked in several countries which has given her a global perspective on immigration and excellent Spanish. Finally, she has a big heart."

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Illya-Karina Bonet

Immigration lawyer | Aug 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Kelly. She is a highly skilled, knowledgeable and competent immigration attorney. She is a zealous advocate for her clients and a dedicated professional."

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Nataliya Gavlin

Immigration lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Professional, dedicated and experienced attorney."

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Alejandro Rodriguez

General practice lawyer | Aug 27

Relationship: Co-worker

"I had the pleasure of working with Attorney Sullivan for an extensive period of time and came to know her personally and professionally. During our time working together Attorney Sullivan demonstrated extensive knowledge of the law, an exceptional work ethic, and a sincere caring attitude towards her clients. In short, she is everything a client seeks in an attorney. Retain her with confidence!"

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Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Honors

2012

International Legal Corps Fellowship, University of Miami School of Law

2008

Helping Others through Pro Bono Efforts (HOPE) Miami Scholar, University of Miami School of Law

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Immigration Attorney, Law Office of Kelly A. Sullivan

2014 - 2015

Equal Justice Works/AmeriCorps Legal Fellow, Community Legal Services Of Mid Florida, Inc.

2013 - 2014

Immigration Attorney, Private South Florida Law Firm

2012 - 2013

Legal Corps Attorney Fellow, Asylum Access Ecuador (Quito)

Associations

2014 - Present

Orange County Bar Association, Legal Aid Society

Pro Bono Attorney

2012 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2012 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

Education

2011

University of Miami School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2007

American University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2013

Asylum Access Ecuador Refugee Status Determination in Latin America: Challenges and Opportunities-- National Systems of Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, and Mexico

Languages

English

Spanish

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