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Joseph Lawrence Kelly

4.9
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 29 years

Chapter 7 bankruptcy Lawyer at Burnsville, MN
Practice Areas: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Bankruptcy & Debt

1500 McAndrews Road West., Burnsville, MN

About Joseph

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 55%

Chapter 7 bankruptcy can immediately eliminate most or all of your debts. You can keep you house, cars, and all (or most) of your personal property.

29 years | 2,500 cases

55%
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 25%

Chapter 13 allows you to set up an affordable payment plan to pay some or all of your debts. It will stop immediately foreclosures, wage garnishments and bank account seizures.

29 years | 400 cases

25%
Bankruptcy and Debt 20%

Representation of individuals and small businesses in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy cases.

20%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Minnesota for 29 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 1997

Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Joseph L. Kelly

1500 McAndrews Road West., Burnsville, MN, 55337

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Joseph Lawrence Kelly's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

52 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 19 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by Susan K | March 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Mr. Joe Kelly

I was referred to Mr. Kelly though a friend who had used Mr. Kelly's professional services to file Chapter 7 bankruptcy. She spoke very highly of him. I called Mr. Kelly and explained my financial situation to him. We scheduled a time to meet. After being with Mr. Kelly for a few minutes, I kne...w he was going to help me.....and he did. I was impressed with his professional manner, and at the same time making me feel very comfortable and knowing I was doing the right thing. He always answered his phone when I called...not once did I get a Voice Mail or a secretary. I am finally done with my Chapter 13 obligations! I highly recommend Joe Kelly as your attorney if you need financial relief!!

Posted by anonymous | February 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Very thorough and respectful

I was referred to Joe Kelly by 2 other people who had utilized his services. Joe was quick to respond to my calls, talk through the process, and set up a meeting time. I was impressed with his thoroughness and explanation of options. He continues to answer emails from me, even though my bankruptcy... hearing has been completed. I highly recommend Joe Kelly to anyone looking for help in this tough situation.

Posted by Michael | August 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Bankruptcy

I filed bankruptcy in March of 2013. Joseph was extremely helpful and sympathetic to my situation. For the past 3 plus years he has always been available, willing and ready to help with any question I have had. This past week I needed to get something done and Joseph really went to bat for me to a...ccomplish including doing some work on the weekend. Your the best. Thank you. Michael

Posted by Bryan | December 11, 2015 | Hired Attorney

Easy going, detailed, efficient, approachable.

Mr. Kelly is a true professional. He laid out the facts, walked me through my process, made every detail and step of my process clear with a perfectly reasonable and respectable use of my time. He treated me like a real person who had real problems but who's problems would be made better through th...e process with his guidance and representation. From the fist meeting to the last he was available and approachable, direct and honest. I truly am thankful for his time spent with me and my case.

Posted by anonymous | May 18, 2015 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Trustworthy, Professional, Above and Beyond!

Joe Kelly went above and beyond to help me with my bankruptcy when I needed it most. I called Joe when I needed advice because the attorney I contracted with misled me to believe I could keep my annuity and continued making errors throughout the filing of my bankruptcy. Joe took the time to help m...e understand all the facts and various options available to me, easing my anxiety during this difficult time. To my surprise, two weeks later when I was feeling more lost than ever, I received a follow up call from Joe to see how I was doing. His kindness and genuine concern for my situation was like an angel being sent from above. He spent more time with me over the phone offering his advice and referring me to another attorney I could trust who was better suited to assist with the bankruptcy situation I was in. Joe Kelly's knowledge and expertise is invaluable! I would definitely recommend him to anyone who is considering or plans to file bankruptcy!!

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Joseph Lawrence Kelly's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brian Kidwell

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have referred many clients to Joe over the years and have never heard even one complaint about the legal services he provides. I call Joe regularly to get his opinions about consumer bankruptcy issues because I have confidence in his abilities. I endorse Joe Kelly without reservations."

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Stephen Behm

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Joe for many years. He puts a lot of time, attentiveness and care into his clients' cases and works very hard to ensure that his clients' bankruptcy cases go through with no disruption to their lives. Personally, I hold him up as an example to follow with my own bankruptcy cases. I would highly recommend Joe. He is highly skilled and very affable, personable and down to earth."

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Becky Moshier

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Joe for 20 years as a fellow bankruptcy attorney and what stands out about Joe is his honesty and his congeniality. Joe is very responsive in his practice and he knows what cases to fight if there is an issue and he will go to the mat for his clients. Joe has several impressive wins to his credit. I have no reservations in referring clients to Joe."

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Ronald Lundquist

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Joe Kelly for many years. Joe is highly experienced in bankruptcy law. He is well known in the bankruptcy law community. Joe practices exclusively in bankruptcy and has an excellent reputation for high quality work and high quality client representation."

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David Kingsbury

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Joe is a hard working and diligent bankruptcy attorney who knows his stuff and treats his clients well."

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Paul Ross

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Joe is a very experienced bankruptcy attorney with a caring attitude for his clients. Worthy for all prospects consideration."

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David Kelly

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Oct 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have found Mr. Kelly to be a valuable resource for consultations concerning some of the most difficult and vexing of legal issues. He is highly respected among his fellow lawyers, and also respected by the trustees and the court staff. He has made some good new law through some of the cases he has appealed."

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Brian Kidwell

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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David Kingsbury

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Honors

2021

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

Associations

2001 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Education

1997

William Mitchell College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

University of St. Thomas

MBA - Master of Business Administration

N/A

University of St. Thomas

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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