About Kelli
Biography
Kelli L. Mitchell dedicates her practice primarily to family law matters, including all aspects dissolution of marriage, collaborative divorce, post judgment enforcement and modification, and marital agreements. Ms. Mitchell began her career with a prominent Tampa law firm, focusing her practice exclusively on family law matters, many of which involved high net worth clients and complex litigation. Since then, her solo practice has grown to include collaborative divorce, a relatively modern alternative to traditional litigation.
A member of the Tampa Bay community for over 25 years, Ms. Mitchell received her undergraduate degree from the University of South Florida and her Juris Doctorate from Stetson University College of Law, following in the footsteps of her mentor, best friend and father, Joe M. Mitchell, Jr. During her final semester at Stetson, Ms. Mitchell worked as a Certified Legal Intern with the Pinellas County State Attorney’s office, primarily appearing in Dependency Court. Aside from the experience gained from a broad base of client’s, Ms. Mitchell has devoted herself to gaining additional experience and knowledge by attending various seminars and symposiums focusing on family law and professional ethics.
Ms. Mitchell’s experienced approach and dedication to meeting her client’s needs is of paramount importance to her practice. Her goal is not only to provide excellent legal representation and service, but also to give each and every client personalized and compassionate attention they deserve.
Ms. Mitchell is a member of the Florida Bar and the Hillsborough County Bar Association, and serves on HCBA’s Executive Counsel for the Family Law Section. She is also a member of the Stann W. Givens Family Law Inn of Tampa – American Inns of Court, a sustaining member of the Junior League of Tampa and serves on the Board of Directors for Jacob's Touch, a foundation devoted to providing grants for families with autistic children. In 2014, Ms. Mitchell was selected as one of Florida Trend’s Legal Elite.
Practice Areas
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Fees and Rates
Cost
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Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 15 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2010
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Kelli L. Mitchell PA
707 West Swann Avenue, Tampa, FL, 33606
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Kelli Lynne Mitchell's Reviews
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15 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Responsiveness
Posted by Cristine | July 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Family
Awesome!
From day one Kelli listened to my needs. She was easy to talk with, trustworthy and quick to respond. Her professionalism and expertise made an unpleasant life event much easier to handle. I would highly recommend Kelli to anyone that finds themselves in need of family law.
Posted by Carol | April 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Blessed to have Kelli Mitchell on your side
Kelli is an outstanding advocate...she listens carefully, gathers facts and then works with her clients to develop an aggressive strategy. She is bright and knowledgeable and is able to navigate across complicated circumstances and multiple jurisdictions, including state lines, to find solutions. S...
Posted by Tim | March 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Child custody case
I would first like to say that words will never express what Ms. Mitchell has given my family. Ms. Mitchell was my attorney from 2013-2016. We were involved in a very demanding, tiring, and delicate child custody case. In the beginning odds were not in our favor. Through her knowledge of the situat...
Posted by Caryn | November 04, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Professional Family Law Attorney
Kelli Mitchell is an extremely professional and attentive family law attorney. During my divorce process, Ms. Mitchell was very organized, extremely professional - while being very compassionate to my situation, she is exceptionally knowledgeable in family law and was very responsive to any of my qu...
Kelli Lynne Mitchell's Lawyer Endorsements
"I wholeheartedly endorse Kelli Mitchell as both a family law attorney and family law mediator. I have known Kelli for many years and have always found her to be professional, honest, and knowledgeable in all aspects of family law. This skill set makes Kelli an excellent choice when looking for an advocate in court or a settlement-minded neutral mediator."
"I endorse Attorney Mitchell. Kelli mediated a contested family law matter for my client. Her professionalism, knowledge, and attentiveness were remarkable. She showed genuine passion in guiding the parties away from their differences. I strongly recommend Kelli to any client or lawyer. She is truly amazing."
"I endorse Attorney Kelli Mitchell. I recently mediated a challenging paternity matter for her involving a professional athlete. She demonstrated the highest level of skill and legal knowledge while also being empathetic and having the "people skills" necessary to get the job done. She was a pleasure to work with."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Ms. Mitchell as opposing counsel, and I have served as her mediator in numerous cases. Ms. Mitchell is knowledgeable, well-prepared, and an excellent advocate for her clients."
"Kelli is a smart, passionate, and hardworking advocate who cares deeply for her clients. I highly recommend Kelli without hesitation!"
"Kelli is a straightforward and diligent advocate for her clients. She is intelligent and knowledgeable about the legal and practical aspects of family law, which makes her a great attorney."
"Kelli is a dedicated and responsible attorney who will work diligently to obtain the best possible outcome for her clients. I endorse Kelli Mitchell."
"I have known Kelli for many years and her reputation as a lawyer is excellent. She is very knowledgeable and well respected among the family law community. I highly recommend Kelli for anyone involved in a family law dispute."
"I know Mrs. Mitchell from the family law community. She is knowledgable in her field of practice, always conducts herself as a professional, and most importantly, she fights zealously for her client's best interests. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Mitchell and I were on opposite sides of an emotionally heavy family law matter. She maintained her professionalism throughout our interactions, and was prompt and courteous in her communications. The way that a lawyer treats opposing counsel says a lot about the way that they will treat their clients and the respect they have for the practice of law."
"I highly recommend Ms. Mitchell. She is a very knowledgeable and talented attorney that is well-respected in our legal community--her family law clients are in great hands."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Kelli is a great addition to Anton Castro Law. She is a 100% committed to family law and her clients best interests."
"I have known Kelly since 1990. I know her to be a hard working, dedicated attorney with tremendous integrity. A star inside and out of the courtroom! HIRE HER!"
"Kelli is an aggressive and experienced advocate for her clients. The level of service she provides to her clients is top-notch! I endorse this attorney without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer without reservation or hesitation. Kelli is a passionate advocate for her clients and willing to aggressively litigate matters for her clients, when necessary."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I am pleased to endorse Kelli Mitchell as a family law and personal injury attorney. I am well acquainted with her knowledge, experience, and work ethic and I am particularly impressed by her care and devotion to her clients."
"I endorse Kelli Mitchell for Family Law and Personal Injury. She is a strong advocate and always looks out for her clients' best interests."
"Kelli is an amazing attorney with significant experience in high end family law matters. She is a detail oriented perfectionist. While she is a formidable litigator, she has a superb bedside manor with clients. She has a keen eye in anticipating all potential legal issues and keeping her clients fully protected. Without hesitation I endorse and recommend Kelli."
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Experience
Honors
2020
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Certified Member, Lawyers of Distinction
2015
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Legal Elite, Florida Trend
2014
Exceptional Pro Bono Service, Supreme Court of Florida, Young Lawyers Division of The Florida Bar, and the Florida Pro bono Coordinators Association
2014
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
William F. Blews Pro Bono Service Award, Stetson University College of Law
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Attorney, Kelli L. Mitchell PA
2013 - 2014
Associate Attorney, Anton Castro Law, LLC
2012 - 2013
Associate Attorney, Fernandez Law Group, P.A.
2010 - 2011
Associate Attorney, Allen Dell, P.A.
Associations
2010 - Present
Hillsborough County Bar AssociationMarital and Family Law Section
2010 - Present
Florida Bar, Family Law SectionMember
2003 - Present
The Junior League of TampaSustaining Member
2017 - 2019
Florida BarGrievance Committee
2016 - 2017
Bay Area Legal ServicesSustaining Law Firm
2014 - 2019
Hillsborough County Bar AssociationExecutive Committee Member
2011 - 2018
Family Law American Inn of Court of TampaMember
Education
2010
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers