Kelsy Austin Miller

Kelsy Austin Miller

4.4
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 16 years

Family Lawyer at Cookeville, TN
Practice Areas: Family, Child Custody, Divorce & Separation ... +2 more

34 West Broad Street, Cookeville, TN

About Kelsy

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Alimony 20%

16 years

20%
Child Custody 20%

16 years

20%
Family 20%

I help citizens of the Upper Cumberland area go through the process of divorce or separation, and also through custody planning and/or disputes. My practice also include post-divorce actions, as this is an ever-growing area.

16 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 16 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 2010

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Location

Kelsy Austin Miller Law Office

34 West Broad Street, Cookeville, TN, 38501

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Kelsy Austin Miller's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.4 /5.0

25 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 9 reviews | Divorce & Separation

Posted by anonymous | September 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

DEFINITELY HIRE ANOTHER ATTORNEY

The initial consultation made me feel like Kelsey was a real go getter. NEGATIVE! Almost a year later, and I am still waiting for her to press my ex to follow the divorce decree. I have had to call and email repeatedly to get action. Terrible with following up!

Posted by Tish Riddick | August 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great Lawyer

Kelsey was a great divorce lawyer. She made the process as smooth and painless as possible for a divorce. I highly recommend her to anyone.

Posted by Tiffany | May 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce and Custody

Kelsy and her staff helped me through such a difficult time in my divorce and custody case. She goes by the book and takes no shortcuts when it comes to helping and being there for her clients. I would HIGHLY recommend her to anyone in the Upper Cumberland area looking for a family law attorney. My c...ase started in 2015 when I was being abused by my husband in front of my 2 small children, my husband was arrested and I contacted Kelsy's office about my case and she immediately contacted me back, I had emailed pictures of myself after the last incident and her response was "did you get ran over by a car"? She helped me through the biggest battle of my life and helped my children legally be safe with me where they belong. She never told me that I had to do anything or that I had to take the children from their father, which is something I would never want to do. After a war with my ex husband in and out of court and in and out of jail my divorce and custody were finalized in 2017 and exactly the way I want it. I could never thank Miller Law Office enough for going above and beyond for my family and I.

Posted by anonymous | July 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Deligent, courteous, flexible

As a guy going through divorce, you almost immediately feel as though you are about to get your butt handed to you by the courts in a divorce case, regardless of fault. However, Kelsey and her team did an outstanding job working for me, and my interests with my children. I feel that it would be a lon...g shot to have come away from this process with any more equitable of an outcome than I received. That is due to the work that she and her team did on my behalf. Costs could have been much worse, but her team prepares you in how to make the most of the time for which you are billed. I would recommend her services to any guy going through a divorce, especially if you have kids and assets that will have to be divided. She works for your best interests and allows you to give direction and input as well. She made it feel like a team process.

Posted by Rachel | May 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Outstanding and dedicated

I highly recommend Kelsy Austin Miller, she handled my divorce in 2016. I was afraid of the entire process because my ex-husband was an intimidating local law enforcement officer. Often times during the process I felt bullied by him, and Kelsy was alway quick to reassure me that it was just a tactic... and everything would be ok. She was on point with that observation, and the divorce ended up being smooth and Kelsy did absolutely amazing job!

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Kelsy Austin Miller's Lawyer Endorsements

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Seth Crabtree

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Sharp attorney with exceptional knowledge of the law. Kelsy understands there is no substitute for meticulous preparation, and it shows in her zealous representation of clients in the courtroom. Intelligence and integrity. Excellent choice."

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Jon Hatfield

Family lawyer | Jul 08

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Kelsy is a professional through-and-through. She is a strong advocate for her clients, while operating in a manner that gives her clients an opportunity for the best possible outcome. Kelsy is a knowledgeable attorney with a great track record."

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Brian Crockett

Child custody lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Miller is the best custody lawyer I know. I endorse her without hesitation."

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Jerry Tuffentsamer

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Miller is an outstanding and compassionate attorney. I would not hesitate in recommending someone to Attorney Miller."

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Nick Rice

Unknown lawyer | Aug 07

Relationship: Other

"This attorney continues her commitment to excellence as a lawyer by staying current on the new education that is being taught on the practice of being a lawyer."

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Larry Rice

Unknown lawyer | Aug 06

Relationship: Other

"This attorney is committed to being an excellent lawyer by not only being educated, but by keeping up to date on the new education that is being taught about the practice of being a lawyer."

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Martelia Crawford

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Kelsy is a hard working young lawyer."

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Darren Drake

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 25

Relationship: Friend

"Kelsy is a highly intelligent and determined attorney. She always puts forth a tremendous amount of effort into her work. She is the perfect example of a young professional. I endorse her without reservation, trust her judgment, and value her opinion greatly as a friend and legal professional."

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Jason Hicks

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Her and I have had a number of cases together and Kelsy is a good attorney to deal with in any case."

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Seth Crabtree

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Jon Hatfield

Unknown lawyer

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Jason Hicks

Family lawyer

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Darren Drake

Unknown lawyer

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Eric Rakestraw

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Rachel Moses

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2015

10 Best Attorneys for the State of Tennessee, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2014

Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2014

10 Best Attorneys for the State of Tennessee, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2010

Public Service Award 2010- Young Lawyer Division, Illinois State Bar Association

2009

Charles D. and Fairy B. Neal Scholarship, Southern Illinois University School of Law

2009

Judge Richard E. Richmand Endowed Scholarship Recipient, Southern Illinois University School of Law

2009

Bessie Engram Community Service Award Recipient, Southern Illinois University School of Law

2008

Student Bar Association Award- 2L Recipient, Southern Illinois University School of Law

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Owner/Attorney, Kelsy Miller- Family Law Attorney

2014 - Present

Attorney and Co-Owner, Miller, Crabtree & Hatfield

2010 - Present

Owner/ Attorney, Kelsy Austin Miller Law Office

2013 - 2014

Attorney for the Public Conservator, Upper Cumberland Development District

2008 - 2010

Westlaw Student Representative, Thomson West / Westlaw

2008 - 2009

Graduate Assistant, Southern Illinois University

2007 - 2007

Careers Now Intern, Tennessee Ethics Commission

2005 - 2006

Legal Assistant, O'Conner, Petty, Child & Piper

Associations

2016 - Present

Tennessee Lawyers' Association for Women

Legislation Committee

2015 - Present

Institute of Divorce Financial Analysts

Member

2015 - Present

Institute of Divorce Financial Analysts

Member

2012 - Present

Putnam County Bar Association

Secretary

2010 - Present

Upper Cumberland Young Lawyers Association

Vice President

2010 - Present

Tennessee Bar Association

Member

2013 - 2015

Upper Cumberland Young Lawyers Association

President-Elect

Education

2010

Southern Illinois University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

University of Tennessee, Knoxville (main)

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Upper Level University Class

HIPPA Laws and Implications

Publications

2014

Naynoo Family Magazine The Next Best Thing: Estate Planning for Your Children

Languages

English

Activity

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