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Michael Christen Kelley
also known as Michael Kelley, Michael C. Kelley
About Michael
Biography
I am a native Floridian, born and raised in Orlando, and now live in Brevard County on the beautiful Indian River with my wife and our baby girl.
My legal practice is devoted exclusively to real estate and business transactional law, which allows me to utilize my work experience outside the practice of law in areas such as consumer and construction finance, real estate, commercial and residential construction, deal-structuring, contract negotiations, and sales and marketing.
Prior to entering the practice of law, I held positions in contracts management with Siemens Energy, as a construction and residential lending specialist with Community National Bank of the South, as a mortgage banker and manager with HomeBanc Mortgage Corporation, as a regional sales manager with American Steel Buildings, and various roles within my family’s commercial and residential construction business.
At home, I am a self-taught piano player, cigar aficionado, and amateur gourmet chef.
Practice Areas
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Licensed in Florida for 13 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2012
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Location
Shutts & Bowen, LLP
300 South Orange Avenue, Suite 1000, Orlando, FL, 32801
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Michael Christen Kelley's Reviews
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Posted by Tom | June 7, 2013
Corporate Counsel
Very Knowledgeable. While extremely risk adverse, counsel is still sensitive to entrepreneurial (legal) needs of the client. Strong back-ground in real estate transactions and banking. We use Mr. Kelley for corporate entity creation and structuring, I have also used Mr. Kelley for both personal bu...
Posted by David | June 7, 2013
Michael's expertise has been extremely valuable
I have worked with several lawyers in the past and still do run most contracts through at least two prior to signing. Michael's background has set him up perfectly to fit my needs. I always send my contracts to Michael for a final look over before signing. His feedback is always insightful and he cat...
Michael Christen Kelley's Lawyer Endorsements
Michael Sjuggerud
Construction and development lawyer | Oct 02
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Michael Kelley has many years of experience in the construction industry. He is an attorney with one preeminent construction law teams in Central Florida. He was always a pleasure to work with. He has a strong moral compass and solid connections within the legal profession."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Michael might have only recently begun his legal career, but his rich experience from working as a banker for years before attending law school provides him with all the tools necessary for success in the legal profession. Michael has a very strong professional network, and he does great legal work. I strongly recommend Mr. Kelley in both Real Estate and Business law."
"Michael epitomizes professionalism and class in every case he handles. His wealth of experience in business and real estate serves him very well in his legal work. I endorse Michael's work with absolutely no reservations."
"Michael has a diverse background in business and real estate matters, and it shows in his high quality of work. He constantly impresses me with his attention to detail and his dedication to his clients. I fully endorse Mr. Kelley's legal services."
"Michael is a highly knowledgeable attorney and is incredibly dedicated to his clients. His vast background in the areas of Real Estate and Business transactions provide him with both a unique perspective of the law, and a finely tuned professional attitude. I highly recommend this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Michael has a vast palate of knowledge in Real Estate and Business transactions due to his work experience prior to becoming an attorney. I would highly recommend him for his legal services in Real Estate and Business Law."
"Michael's rich work experience he earned before entering the field of law provides him with a unique approach to resolving legal matters in Real Estate and Business transaction law. He is a reliable attorney and highly dedicated to every client he represents."
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Experience
Honors
2011
Book Award: Law & Entrepreneurship, University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law
2011
Book Award: Legal Accounting, University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law
2011
Book Award: Business Law in Emerging Economies, University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law
2006
Rising Star Award, HomeBanc Mortgage
2006
Highest Unit Volume, HomeBanc Mortgage
2002
Top Producer, American Steel Buildings, A & S Building Systems, Inc.
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Mortgage Broker License, State of Florida
N/A
Title Agent License, State of Florida
N/A
Life, Health, Variable Annuities License (2-15), State of Florida
N/A
Outstanding Scholastic Achievement Award, Rollins College
N/A
Inductee / Member, Omicron Delta Epsilon
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Attorney, Shutts & Bowen, LLP
2012 - Present
Attorney, Cantwell & Goldman, P.A.
2012 - Present
General Counsel, Neighborhood Champions
2012 - 2013
Of Counsel, Howze, Monaghan & Theriac, PLC
2011 - 2012
Judicial Externship, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Honorable J. Michael Williamson
2011 - 2012
Contracts Management, Siemens Energy, Inc.
2010 - 2011
Legal Intern, HD Supply, Inc.
2005 - 2010
Mortgage Banker / Manager, HomeBanc Mortgage Corp. & HomeBanc, N.A.
1998 - 2004
Regional Manager, American Steel Buildings, LLC
Associations
2012 - Present
Rotary ClubSecretary
2012 - Present
Neighborhood ChampionsGeneral Counsel
2011 - Present
Phi Delta PhiMember
2011 - 2012
Conflict Resolution InitiativeFounding Member
2010 - 2012
Federalist SocietyPast President
2010 - 2012
Gators for Alternative Dispute ResolutionPast President
2009 - 2012
Mediators Beyond BordersMember
2006 - 2007
National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP), OrlandoDirector
2005 - 2007
Legacy of Hope InternationalConsultant
2001 - 2001
Mission AirVolunteer
2000 - 2000
Europantenariat, SicilyParticipant
1995 - 1995
Journeyman Commercial & Residential PaintingApprenticeship
Education
2012
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor, Cum Laude
N/A
Rollins College
BA - Bachelor of Arts, Magna Cum Laude
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Wills & Trusts: A Guide From Cantwell & Goldman, P.A.
10 Jun 2013
Legal Guide
Probate and Trusts: From the Attorneys of Cantwell & Goldman, P.A.
10 Jun 2013
Legal Guide
Power of Attorney: A Guide From Cantwell & Goldman, P.A.
10 Jun 2013