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 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Punctuality

Posted by anonymous | March 06, 2026

Kelli gets the job done. Highly recommend her.

Kelli was outstanding throughout my divorce process. From the very beginning, she took the time to clearly explain every step so I always knew what to expect. She is incredibly knowledgeable and truly fierce when advocating for her clients. At the same time, she remained professional, strategic, and ...focused on getting the best possible outcome. Kelli and her staff were always prompt and responsive, which made a huge difference during such an emotional time. I never felt left in the dark and always felt supported. Most importantly, she got the job done. I’m very grateful for her guidance and highly recommend Kelli to anyone looking for a strong, reliable, and dedicated divorce attorney.

Posted by Ziba | December 23, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Highly recommend this office

To anyone who is dealing with a high conflict divorce case, this office is the one to represent you. Kelli is very talented, hard working and dedicated. She has an extraordinary knowledge about the law and superb ability to present your case. For more than 4 years I went through a very high conflict ...divorce proceeding. I had to defend myself against a Lot of untrue accusations that were merely the projection of the other party's own behavior and actions. Kelli represented me for the last year and did a phenomenal work. I also worked with Attorney Sue in this office who is very kind, knowledgeable and trusting. The office was always on time and delivered exactly what they had promised.

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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