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Amanda N. Jelks
also known as Amanda N. Ray
About Amanda
Biography
Amanda Jelks is a Chattanooga native who focuses her law practice on providing peace of mind to business owners by helping them protect the business they have worked so hard to build. Amanda also assists business owners and families with estate planning.
Amanda attended the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga for undergrad and the University of Memphis for law school, both on academic scholarships. Prior to starting her own law firm, Amanda spent 5 years working for one of the largest firms in southeast Tennessee and gained invaluable experience handling very sophisticated and complex matters.
Apart from her law practice, Amanda is very active in the community. Amanda serves on the board for Chattanooga Room in the Inn and the MOMentum Network. Additionally, Amanda regularly gives motivational speeches regarding overcoming adversities to acheive the "impossible." You can read more about Amanda's personal experience in this area at .
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Licensed in Georgia for 7 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2018
No misconduct found
Licensed in Tennessee for 16 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Location
Jelks Law, PLLC
1615 Bailey Ave, Chattanooga, TN, 37404
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Amanda N. Jelks's Reviews
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Posted by Veronika | March 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent service, fast and convenient
Loved working with Amanda. She is extremely knowledgeable and her office was very prompt in responding to questions, making appointments, and filing documents. Very satisfied with the results of our case and will not only recommend Amanda to family and friends, but will definitely come back for our ...
Posted by anonymous | February 6, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Getting our Trust Completed
Amanda made getting our Family Trust completed easy! She was helpful in explaining in detail the questions we asked her and gave us explanations of the pros and cons of what we wanted to achieve. Her office staff is friendly and their work was done in a very timely manner!
Posted by Cheryl J. | July 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best Law experience ever
My family and I live in New England and recently had a relative residing in Tennessee pass away with a small estate and no beneficiary, so we contacted the Tennessee Bar Association and they referred three Probate Lawyers. The second Attorney that we called and the one that we chose was Amanda Jelks....
Posted by anonymous | July 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great customer service
Attorney Jelks and her team did a fantastic job with my family regarding estate planning. During our initial consultation Attorney Jelks explained each step of estate planning in detail and allowed us, my wife and I, to ask questions as needed. No stone was left unturned before leaving our consult...
Posted by anonymous | June 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Small business owner
Amanda was so helpful and knowledgeable about all the legal aspects of owning and operating a small business. Amanda helped get our business set up the right way. Now we can rest assured that we are doing everything correct. Amanda helped with the formation of the LLC, the independent contracts, and ...
Amanda N. Jelks's Lawyer Endorsements
"Amanda Jelks is a phenomenal attorney who is not only knowledgeable, but also cares for her clients. She uses her wide breadth of experience to zealously represent her clients while always maintaining a professional, yet friendly demeanor. Amanda Jelks is the only attorney that I refer my clients to for their elder law and probate needs."
"I recently referred a business client to Amanda Jelks because I trust her counsel. She is a true professional and can assist startup clients as well as more seasoned business owners. I would not hesitate to recommend her in the future."
"Amanda is a go getter, always passionate about representing her clients well, and very professional. She is hardworking and extremely diligent. I highly recommend her."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is highly skilled and detail-oriented."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have worked with Amanda Jelks on several Guardianship matters. During each such matter, I found Ms. Jelks' representation to be zealous and informed. I would endorse Ms. Jelks without reservation."
"Amanda is a meticulous attorney and gives personalized attention to all of her clients. I highly recommend her services to anyone."
"Ms. Jelks is a conscientious and dedicated advocate for her clients. I highly recommend this attorney."
"It is with great pleasure that I endorse this attorney. Amanda truly cares about her clients and is the consummate professional."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Emerging Business of the Year, Urban League
2017
Top 20 under 40 Young Professionals in Chattanooga, Chatter Magazine & Chattanooga Times Free Press
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Rising Star Selection, Super Lawyers
2012
Outstanding Pro Bono Volunteer, Legal Aid of East Tennessee
2011
Outstanding Pro Bono Volunteer, Legal Aid of East Tennessee
2010
Team Member, Frederick Douglass National Moot Court
2009
Moot Court Board, The University of Memphis School of Law
2009
Semi-Finalist, Mock Trial Competition
2009
Cecil C. Humphreys Fellowship Recipient, The University of Memphis School of Law
2008
Vice President, Black Law Students Association
2008
Cecil C. Humphreys Fellowship Recipient, The University of Memphis School of Law
2008
Dean's Award for Excellence, Best Oral Advocate, The University of Memphis School of Law
2008
Quarter-Finalist, Moot Court Competition for First Year Law Students
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Owner/Attorney, Jelks Law, PLLC
2014 - 2015
Contract Law Professor (Adjunct), University Of Tennessee At Chattanooga
2010 - 2015
Attorney, Chambliss, Bahner & Stophel, PC
2009 - 2010
Law Clerk - Externship, United States Attorney's Office, Western District of Tennessee
2009 - 2010
Law Clerk, Pinnacle Airlines Corp.
2008 - 2010
Research Assistant, University of Memphis School of Law
Associations
2018 - Present
Chattanooga Women's Leadership InstituteBoard Member
2017 - Present
City of Chattanooga's Health, Education and Housing Facilities BoardBoard Member
2016 - Present
Chattanooga Women's Leadership Institute (CWLI)Member
2015 - Present
MOMentum NetworkBoard Member
2015 - Present
Chattanooga Area Chamber of CommerceMember
2013 - Present
Urban League of Greater Chattanooga, Young Professionals AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Tennessee Bar AssociationMember
2017 - 2018
Chattanooga Theatre CentreBoard Member
2016 - 2017
Women Mean BusinessCommittee Member - Member Engagement
2014 - 2016
Southeast Tennessee Lawyers Association for WomenChair - Communications
2014 - 2016
Chattanooga Room in the InnChair - Program and Personnel Committee
2013 - 2016
Chattanooga Room in the InnExecutive Board Member
2012 - 2014
Justices Ray L. Brock, Jr. - Robert E. Cooper American Inn of CourtPast Member
2011 - 2017
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, Educational Opportunity CenterAdvisory Board
2010 - 2015
Young Professionals Association of ChattanoogaMember
Education
2010
The University of Memphis School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
University of Tennessee, Chattanooga
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2016
Presenter - Continuing Legal Education (CLE)
Entrepreneurship 101: From Lawyer to Law Firm Owner
2015
MOMentum Network's Girls Night Out
Success Stories Panel
2014
Justices Ray L. Brock, Jr. - Robert E. Cooper American Inn of Court
CLE on E-Discovery
2013
High School Graduation
Commencement Speaker
2011
Street Law Corporate Diversity Pipeline Program
Street Law Corporate Diversity Pipeline Program
2011
Girls Inc. of Chattanooga
Graduation Workshops
Languages
English
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