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David Emory Kelley II

4.5
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 28 years

Family Lawyer at Fort Worth, TX
Practice Areas: Family, Employment & Labor, Civil Rights

1814 8th Ave. Suite A, Fort Worth, TX

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 28 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1997

Eligible to Practice in Texas

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Location

The Law Offices of David E Kelley

1814 8th Ave. Suite A, Fort Worth, TX, 76110

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David Emory Kelley II's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

24 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by Natalie | May 25, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Experienced and Knowledgeable

I was very nervous when my ex decided to file for full custody. During my consultation, I could tell Mr. Kelley was experienced and knew exactly how to navigate through my custody battle. These situations can be very scary, especially when you think about losing time with your child. Lisa Gavia and M...r. Kelley were always very responsive, answered any questions or concerns I had, and made this an easier experience than I was anticipating. Very appreciative of their help and support.

Posted by Eric Lowery | October 04, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Family

Excellent Attorney To Handle My Modification

My original court order was from another state and needed to be transferred to Texas and modified. Our previous court experience was quite contentious and I was very concerned that would be the case again. David and Lisa were fantastic, thorough, and tremendously helpful at helping understanding ...the differences between the state I had been in and what I could expect in Texas. I felt comfortable with their advice and that I was making making sound decisions in the modification. Ultimately, he found creative ways to help me get what I wanted without giving up the terms that were most important to me, which is truly all that matters in the long run. As with my previous case, I made the decision to hire David because of his willingness to listen to my story and what was important to me before telling me what I should do or how we should proceed. I found David to be firm, but consistent, and very much appreciated his approach to my case with me and opposing counsel. Should I need further legal assistance in my case, I would not hesitate to hire him again.

Posted by anonymous | March 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent Experience

David & Lisa are both highly professional, thorough, fair and efficient. They were especially effective against opposing counsel/party who was a complete unnecessary nightmare. David & Lisa helped cut through all nonsense and keep the process flowing smoothly with matter of fact results at each stage.... Honestly, an excellent experience all of the way through.

Posted by Tim | December 03, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Handled my contested divorce

Did an excellent job bringing both me and my spouse into an agreement we could both live with. Took the drama out and dealt with it in a honest business fashion. He came to me on a referral from a friend who has used him and I am very pleased with the outcome. Fees were fair and he kept me inform...ed.

Posted by anonymous | June 13, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Child support modification

I would spend time writing a review, but, after reading the previous review it is almost word for word how I was going to describe Mr Kelley. He was an hour late to my case and was running back and forth between cases making everyone involved frustrated. His fees are, in fact, inflated. I'm still rec...eiving bills for amounts over my retainage after not having a chance in court due to his lack of being prepared.

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Rik Sehgal

Family lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"David Kelley is the first attorney I think of when someone asks for a family law referral. He is passionate and works tirelessly to get results for his clients. I endorse him without hesitation."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Oct 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2005

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

N/A

Top Attorney, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

Associations

State Bar of Texas

Member

State Bar College

Member

State Bar of Texas

Member

Tarrant County Bar Association

Tarrant County Family Law Bar Association

Member

Tarrant County Fee Arbitration Committee

Member

Education

1997

University of Texas School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1993

Southwest Texas State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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