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Lannie Todd Kelly
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Biography
Todd Kelly is first, and foremost, a child of God. He is a devoted husband to his wife, Robbye, and father of four amazing children, Joshua, Meghan, Matthew, and Selby.
Professionally, Todd is Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and is an “AV” rated by Martindale-Hubbell. Todd is licensed in Texas, Oklahoma, Virginia, New Mexico and Pennsylvania. He grew up in Arlington, Texas, and received his Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Texas in 1987, while attending on an ROTC Scholarship. He then earned his J.D. from the Dickinson School of Law in 1995 as a member of the Woolsack Honor Society, while serving as a U.S. Marine, where he returned to practice as a judge advocate.
Todd left the Marine Corps for private practice in 1998, as a Major in the judge advocate general’s (JA) corps. He represented seriously injured people in Virginia and Pennsylvania before returning to represent similar victims in his native Texas in 2002.
Todd has been featured on 20/20, The Rachel Maddow Show, and has been interviewed on legal topics by numerous national and local news programs. In 2009, Todd spoke to committees of the United States Congress related to the Fairness in Arbitration Act, in an effort to eliminate mandatory, binding, pre-dispute arbitration provisions that we still find in many of our consumer products and other contracts. Todd was consulted by the Senator who sponsored an amendment to the Senate Appropriations bill during that year which led to the abolition of forced arbitration for victims of sexual assault by most military contractors.
In 2013, Todd was inducted into the Texas Lawyer Hall of Fame following a $16,900,000 verdict on behalf of a mentally handicapped woman who was raped by a caregiver. He has been named a Texas Super Lawyer in 2011, 2012 and every year since 2014.
Todd has dedicated his life to making America safer. He now continues that work by protecting those truly injured people who will never get the justice that our system promises to them without holding greedy, powerful companies responsible for the damage they cause. As a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates, as a member of the Executive Committee of the Texas Trial Lawyers’ Association, and as president of the Capital Area Trial Lawyer’s Association, he is a staunch defender of our 7th Amendment Right to Trial by Jury in all cases with a value exceeding $20.00.
Todd believes that if we fail to protect the 7th Amendment to the United States Constitution, we will eventually lose the rights guaranteed by them all because it is the right to hold the powerful accountable, protected by the 7th Amendment, that protects the individual freedoms guaranteed by our Constitution.
"Won't Back Down"
If you're hurt by another's actions, I would like to help you get the justice you deserve. Call Me!
If you've lost a loved one, you need time to grieve. Let me handle the legal issues. Call Me!
Drinking and Driving Kills.
The drive for profits drives trucks into innocent victims.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Car Accident
40%
28 years
Trucking Accident
30%
28 years
Personal Injury
20%
28 years
Wrongful Death
10%
28 years | 30 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
35%-45%
Awards
2015
Licenses
Licensed in Colorado for 5 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 2021
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Mexico for 5 years
State: New Mexico
Acquired: 2020
No misconduct found
Licensed in Oklahoma for 15 years
State: Oklahoma
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Licensed in Texas for 23 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Licensed in Virginia for 30 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 25 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
The Kelly Law Firm, P.C. dba Lone Star Legal
205 E. University Ave., Suite 402, Georgetown, TX, 78626
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Online Presence
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Posted by Angela | September 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Justice finally served, 5 years later and with almost $1 MILLION awarded
My son was the victim of an assault at the hands of his trusted Sensi. He suffered medical and emotional pain. Todd Kelly, who is a black belt martial artist as well as an ex-Marine who happens to practice law provided some much needed guidance and emotional support immediately. Over the next 5 years...
Posted by Kim | May 21, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
A Real Hero!
Words can't express the gratitude that I have for Mr. Kelly and his entire team. My case seemed like a screenplay written for the movies, only for me it was a real nightmare. Mr. Kelly listened, he took me seriously and went above and beyond for me. His skill, experience and expertise were paramou...
Lannie Todd Kelly's Lawyer Endorsements
"Todd is the epitome of passion and dedication. I got to know him after spending 4 weeks with him at he trial lawyers college. He is an impressive advocate and trial attorney. He takes on complex cases and works them with passion and vigor to get justice for his clients. He is relentless. Perhaps the best thing I can say about him is when I needed help with a birth injury case, I called Todd to work the case with me. Also, read more about his work on getting justice by googling "Jamie Leigh.""
"Todd is a workhorse. He is thorough, savvy, and smart. But more than that, he has a heart for the innocent victim. He is passionate about the rights of the forgotten, injured, and abused. I have witnessed his work and his results firsthand. Todd is impressive, to say the least."
"Todd is a true advocate for his clients. He cares deeply for each client and fights for them both in and out of the courtroom. He also advocates for best practices in the legal profession and is an example of what a trial lawyer should be in this day and age."
"Todd is an excellent attorney who I have trained with and know his heart. If you want someone who knows his stuff and will fight for you, Todd is your guy."
"I endorse Lannie. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
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"I endorse Mr. Kelly. He is highly respected in his community and on Avvo.com due the the answers he has made in response to questions. Those responses indicate his experience and knowledge in the field."
"I endorse this lawyer. He has an excellent knowledge of the law based upon his AVVO answers."
"Todd is a "warrior for the people. " He goes the extra mile in representing his clients because he cares alot about each one of them."
"Todd is an outstanding attorney who willingly takes each client to heart. As co-counsel, Todd is considerate, patient and works extremely well as a team member. He looks forward to taking each case to trial and is thorough and reliable. He has a terrific staff of attorneys who do a tremendous job at keeping the firm on top. His clients are fortunate to have him as their attorney and are well served by his dedication. I cannot say enough about Todd's dedication and willingness to fight for his clients. I endorse him 100%."
"I have had the privilege of working with Todd on several matters. He is a true dedicated and passionate advocate for his clients. He has a strong sense of right, wrong and fairness. I am proud to know and work with Todd."
"I have known attorney Kelly since 2001, when we worked together as associates in the law firm of Cohen & Feeley, P.C. Todd, for family reasons moved back to Texas, much to the benefit of the Texas Trial Bar and his Texas clients. Todd is a hard working attorney of great integrity. He has vast litigation experience and has handled some of the highest profile personal injury cases that this nation has seen in recent years. I highly endorse his fine work."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have brainstormed with Todd on many different types of cases. I have found him to be extremely intelligent, insightful, and thoughtful. He is a pleasure to work with."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Texas Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Texas Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2023
#1 Personal Injury Verdict in Waco, Texas, TopVerdict
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Texas Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2022
#1 Sexual Assault Verdict in Texas, TopVerdict
2021
#8 Verdict in Texas, TopVerdict
2021
Texas Super Lawyers, SuperLawyers
2021
#6 Verdict in Texas, TopVerdict
2021
#10 Verdict in Texas, topv
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Top 20 Verdicts in the United States, TopVerdict
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Texas Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Texas Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers Magazine
2018
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Texas Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers Magazine
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Texas Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers Magazine
2016
Texas Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers Magazine
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Texas Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers Magazine
2015
Client's Choice, Avvo
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Texas Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Client's Choice, Avvo
2013
Texas Lawyer Hall of Fame, Inductee
2012
Client's Choice, Avvo
2012
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2009
Professional of the Year - Personal Injury Law, America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
2009
Houston's Top Lawyers, H Texas Magazine
2009
Invited Member, Elite Lawyers of America
2009
Lifetime Member, Strathmore's Who's Who
2009
Professional of the Year - Medical Malpractice Law, Strathmore's Who's Who
2008
Houston's Top Lawyers, H Texas Magazine
2007
Houston's Best Lawyers, H Texas Magazine
2007
Top Lawyer for the People, H Texas Magazine
2006
Invited Member, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2005
Top Lawyer for the People, H Texas Magazine
2005
Invited Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
1996
Navy Achievement Medal, United States Marine Corps
1995
Woolsack Honor Society, Dickinson School of Law
1992
Navy Achievement Medal, United States Marine Corps
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Partner/Trial Attorney, The Carlson Law Firm, PC
2006 - Present
Founder, The Kelly Law Firm, PC
2002 - 2006
Partner, Haskins, Gregan & Kelly
2001 - 2002
Associate, Cohen & Feeley
1998 - 2001
Associate, Patten, Wornom, Hatten & Diamonstein
1987 - 1998
Major, United States Marine Corps
Associations
2016 - Present
Texas Board of Legal SpecializationBoard Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law
2016 - Present
American Board of Trial AdvocatesMember
2012 - Present
National Trial Lawyers AssociationTop 100 Trial Lawyers
2012 - Present
Capital Area Trial Lawyers AssociationExecutive Committee Member
2004 - Present
Pro Bono College of TexasMember
2003 - Present
Zen-Do KaiNidan (Second Degree Black Belt)
2002 - Present
Texas Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1995 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
1995 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2020 - 2023
Robert W. Calvert American Inn of CourtMember
2020 - 2021
Capital Area Trial Lawyers AssociationPresident
2020 - 2020
Texas Trial Lawyers AssociationVice President of Political Affairs
2020 - 2023
Texas Trial Lawyers Association PACChair
2009 - 2012
Lawyers Against Monetary Power & Prejudice - LAMPPFounding Member
2006 - 2013
Fort Bend County Bar AssociationMember
2003 - 2015
Houston Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Claxton v. Even Better Logistics LLC, et al
Verdict: $7,396,314
Confidential v. Confidential
Settlement: Confidential
Crawford v. Loomis Armored Truck Co., et al
Plaintiff's Verdict for $845,000
Crawford v. Loomis Armored Truck Co., et al
Plaintiff's Verdict for $845,000
Daniels v. Westside Mixed Martial Arts, et al.
Verdict: $800,000
Alexa Lingo v. CONFIDENTIAL
Verdict: $245,000
Grimaldo v. St. Jude's Home, et. al.
$16,900,000
Luna v. Weddington,et al
$2.2 Million Verdict
Jamie Leigh Jones v. Halliburton et al.
Kelly Law Firm changed federal law on appeal
Linda Vick Chamberlain et al v. Jireh Home Health Care et al
Jury Verdict: $1,500,000
Education
2022
Celebration Leadership Institute
Ministry Leadership
2009
Trial Lawyers College
1995
Pennsylvania State University, Dickinson School of Law
Juris Doctorate
1987
University of Texas, Austin
Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2020
TTLA Midyear
Open Wide: Opening Statements to Prepare a Jury to Think Big
2019
TTLA Midyear
Trying a Case Without Medical Bills
2019
Regional Seminar of the Trial Lawyers College
Trial Skills
2019
NCVBA Conference - Austin
Civil Justice for Victims of Crime in Texas - Panel Discussion
2019
CATLA Lunch CLE
Trying a Case Without Medical Bills
2017
TTLA Car Wrecks Seminar
Proving Causation with Pre-Existing Injuries
2016
Bryan/College Station Trial Lawyers Association Lunch
Intangible Damages
2015
Permian Basin Trial Lawyers Association
Intangible Damages
2010
Rape Awareness Presentation
The Rape of Jamie Leigh Jones
2010
National Employment Lawyers Association
Defeating Arbitration Provisions
2010
American Association for Justice
Defeating Arbitration Provisions
2009
Arbitration Fairness Act Press Conference
Binding, Pre-Dispute, Mandatory Arbitration Provisions
2009
American Constitution Society for Law & Policy
Mandatory Arbitration
2007
Fairness in Arbitration Act Press Conference
Arbitration is the Modern Day Star Chamber
Publications
2024
Novel
Worth Dying For
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I sue Oreillys for emotional distress on behalf of my son. He was assaulted by Oreillys staff? They followed with a vehicle
24 Jul 2023
Q&A
Texas: Can I sue my assailant for attacking me? I suffered black eyes and multiple abrasions and cuts
04 Oct 2021
Q&A
Can anyone help me or point me in the right direction? I do have document of proof and clear evidence of misrepresentation
06 Oct 2021