Kelli D. Avallone

Kelli D. Avallone

also known as Kelli D. Blackburn

5.0
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 7 years

Family Lawyer at Coronado, CA
Practice Areas: Family, Domestic Violence, Criminal Defense

1001 B Avenue, STE 219, Coronado, CA

About Kelli

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Family 50%

8 years | 550 cases

50%
Domestic Violence 30%

8 years | 350 cases

30%
Criminal Defense 20%

8 years | 50 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 550-550 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 7 years

State: California

Acquired: 2018

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Avallone Kelli, APC

1001 B Avenue, STE 219, Coronado, CA, 92118

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Kelli D. Avallone's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

40 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 10 of 19 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by John | June 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Best court lawyer

Kelli Blackburn was outstanding!!!! she is amazing In the court room!!! She listened and truly looked out for me. When the court was trying to using my military against me in custody battle and Kelli was able to do what so many others wasn't able to do before her. I have 50/50 which has taken me ove...r 10 yes and countless lawyers. I should have gone straight to curran law firm and hired Kelli Blackburn. She is truly the best and you need to hire her right away! - John C.

Posted by Jennifer | May 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

The Best!

Kelli came highly recommended to me. I feel very confident with her as my attorney. She is east to talk to, very smart and handles herself so well in court. It took me several phone consults with Kelli before I was ready to hire an attorney and leave an abusive marriage. She has always been available... when I needed to ask a question or something has come up - even on a weekend. She is not your typical attorney, she goes above and beyond and really gets to know your case and she has your back! Leaving an abusive situation, getting a restraining order, going through the process of divorce and child custody is a very stressful complex process. I can't imagine having anyone else represent me. Kelli is an expert in domestic violence cases and that is invaluable when you are going through a crazy time like this. Kelli is professional, aggressive and does an amazing job! I highly recommend Attorney Kelli Blackburn. I am so thankful she represents me!

Posted by Alexis | March 26, 2021 | Child Custody

Down to earth, helpful, honest, knowledgeable, and caring

I approached Kelli after having a not so great experience with my lawyer in a custody proceeding for my 2 year old son. A custody hearing can be very emotional as it is your life and your child's life that is being decided on. I felt a distaste for her industry as I was not given the customer service... I felt I deserved and thought maybe this is all just black and white and not personal. Well it is and family law specifically seems to be very "unfair" at times but it does not mean that you cannot have a lawyer that is going to take the time to understand you, what you want, and develop a relationship with you. From my 30 minute conversation with Kelli I feel she understands me more and was more honest with me than the 6 months I was working with my prior lawyer. I am not a client of Kelli's yet, however, if and when I need her services I will be excited to work with her.

Posted by Derrick | January 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family

Best Lawyer in the Business

I was referred to Kelli by a friend after my daughter's mom filed a false TRO because I wouldn't let her move to Houston with my daughter since we have joint custody. From the first phone call I had with Kelli after she reviewed the phony TRO I knew that I was in good hands. She gave me my instructio...ns on what she needed from me and also let me know our plan of attack. She also knew how important it was for me to clear my name and get my daughter back! The hearing comes and my daughter's mom is a no show so the case was dropped! But with Kelli's experience and knowledge she told me that she would go and file again and sure enough the very next day she was granted another phony TRO!!! Unbelievable!! So Kelli worked hard with all of her weapons to gather information, subpoena keys witnesses and pull important documentations! A couple of days before the second hearing was like the last 2 minutes of a game and she really went to work!!! The results of that hard work and strategy paid off as the opposing council opted to settle this out of court the day before the hearing and I was able to get my daughter back thanks to Kelli! She is very aggressive, will fight hard for you and very easy to communicate and talk with. If you ever find yourself in a situation like I was in, let's just hope that you know someone who will refer you to Kelli!

Posted by Eunice | October 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Best Attorney

Kelli was recommended to me by someone in the military divorce group that I was a part of. Kelli is also a military spouse so she is very knowledgeable when it comes to the ins and outs of the military. She is know to be a “SHARK”. She is very confident and makes sure that her client receives the bes...t outcome possible. She listens and is also very empathetic. She always make sure you understand everything and is always on time sending all the paper works needed. She is an absolute beast in the courtroom. She will go above and beyond for you. I am so happy and thankful that I came across Kelli. She is a very skilled/impressive attorney. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is facing the nasty world of divorce.

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Kelli D. Avallone's Lawyer Endorsements

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Marco Torres

Family lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kelli is a vigorous advocate for her clients and a consummate professional."

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Koryn Sheppard

Family lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have worked with Kelli directly as opposing counsel and have also had the opportunity to see her work. Kelli is smart and wise well beyond her years. If anyone underestimates her, they do so at their own peril. Kelli has a great balance between courtroom skills and written advocacy. She is realistic and will work to settle cases out of court where possible. Clients would do well to listen to her counsel and follow her advice, opposing counsel will find her tough but open minded."

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Amy West

Family lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Kelli is a skilled, passionate trial lawyer. She is fierce in her representation of her clients while remaining collegial with Opposing Counsel."

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Alexandra Warfield

Litigation lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Kelli is an extremely knowledgable and experienced family and criminal attorney. She is well-respected within our legal community. Kelli will always go to bat for her clients, and make sure they feel comfortable throughout the entire process. I have personally observed Kelli handling several cases and can attest that she is a true professional."

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Jennifer Moore

Family lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I whole heartedly endorse Ms. Blackburn as a family law attorney. I found Ms. Blackburn to be professional, well prepared, realistic and reasonable. She is personable and easy to work with."

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Victor Mordey

Family lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Blackburn is a high-organized and highly-knowledgeable attorney. She is better than most."

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Suzanne Yale

Family lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked both with and against Kelli on several matters. She is hard working, driven, organized, and an excellent advocate."

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Ashley Dudley

Family lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Kelli is the definition of a bulldog in the courtroom. Any client is lucky to have her on their side. She is extremely thorough, diligent, and fights to get great results for her clients."

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Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Top 40 Under 40, American Academy of Attorneys

2020

Top 100, The National Trial Lawyers

Associations

2018 - Present

San Diego County Bar Association

Education

N/A

California Western SOL

Languages

English

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