Patrick James Kelly

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Patrick James Kelly

also known as Pat Kelly

5.0
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 34 years

Child support Lawyer at Dallas, TX
Practice Areas: Child Support, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +3 more

13727 Noel Rd., Suite 1050, Dallas, TX

About Patrick

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Child Custody 20%

20%
Child Support 20%

20%
Divorce and Separation 20%

20%
Family 20%

20%
Adoption 10%

10%
Uncontested Divorce 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 20 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2005

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 34 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1992

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 34 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1992

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Cordell & Cordell

13727 Noel Rd., Suite 1050, Dallas, TX, 75240

cordellcordell.com/attorneys/patrick-j-kelly/

Online Presence

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Patrick James Kelly's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Posted by Carter | April 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Great experience

Mr. Kelly was extremely helpful and professional. He answered all my questions and provided seamless service. He made the process as easy as possible. I recommend him to anyone needing assistance with their divorce.

Posted by Tracey | January 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Professional, personal and responsive

While no one wants to require the services of a family law attorney, I am very grateful to have found Pat Kelly. I hired him in 2012 when my ex-spouse filed for a custody modification. As a teacher, I did not have a lot of resources for drawn-out litigation, and Pat was incredibly sensitive to that. ...He counseled me on all my options, including (accurate) estimations for possible outcomes, as well as cost. He sought to de-escalate the situation, while protecting my interests. I just recently (after 3 years) had to contact him again for some ongoing issues, and not only did he remember me and the details of my case, but sought to help me minimize confrontation and cost. I would (and have) passed on his name and firm to friends contemplating divorce.

Posted by Dana | January 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Used Mr. Kelly Many Times

I've used Mr. Kelly for two divorces, a prenup, and real estate issues due to title company mistakes. His knowledge extends well beyond family law. I found that he is top notch and knows how to protect his clients and gets what is best for his clients as well as children of divorce. I've referred oth...er clients to him who have also used him for legal assistance that each have been more than satisfied with.

Posted by Dana | October 29, 2015 | Hired Attorney

Hassel-Free & Just Awesome

I felt so comfortable with Pat Kelly's legal advice and countless strategies that I was able to relax & allow him to represent me without all the hassel and worries that goes with the territory of divorce. Pat Kelly made settling possible and unbelievably I did settle with an amazingly fair agreeme...nt. Pat Kelly went out of his way to maintain the best interest of my daughter, protect me as his client and save me money throughout the divorce process. Pat Kelly is no joke before actually stepping into the courtroom and that's how I ended up settling my divorce. Not only would I recommend Pat Kelly to everyone I know who's in need of a divorce, I would definitely hire him again to rid the next vermin if needed. Lol

Posted by Pam | August 26, 2015 | Hired Attorney

Don't think twice...hire this attorney.

Pat helped me with a modification to my existing decree which would allow for my three teenage sons to try out living out of state with their Father for high school. Pat's creative thinking, knowledge of the law and preparedness for my trial ensured all of my concerns and objectives related to modi...fying my decree were met... and then some. I would not think twice about referring Pat to any of my friends.

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Patrick James Kelly's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lauren Gilbert

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Tomekia Lee-Chaney

Family lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Benjamin Redleaf

Family lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Julianne Morgan

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Fini Thomas

Family lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Outstanding attorney. Mr. Kelly understands the emotional decisions, finances and other nuances involved in family law cases. He is skilled and always professional. He is also highly respected in the legal community."

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Benjamin Redleaf

Family lawyer

Tomekia Lakiesha Lee-Chaney headshot
Tomekia Lee-Chaney

Divorce and separation lawyer

Lauren Elizabeth Myhre Gilbert headshot
Lauren Gilbert

Divorce and separation lawyer

Julianne Olander Morgan headshot
Julianne Morgan

Divorce and separation lawyer

Fini John Thomas headshot
Fini Thomas

Real estate lawyer

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Paula Larsen

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Honors

1990

Law Review, Syracuse College of Law

Work Experience

2025 - Present

Senior Lead Litigator, Cordell & Cordell

Associations

Collin County Bar Association

Member

Denton County Bar Association

Member

Dallas County Bar Association

Member

State Bar of Texas, Family Law Section

Member

Federalist Society

Member

St. Thomas More Society

Member

College of the State Bar of Texas

Member

Education

1991

Syracuse University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

LeMoyne College

BS - Bachelor of Science

Publications

2015

Family Law Advisor Blog Becoming a Foster Parent

2015

Family Law Advisor Blog Protecting Your Children During Divorce

2014

1990

Syracuse Law Review Associate Editor

Languages

English

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