Michael Albert Kelly

My daughter was a right-of-way pedestrian when she was struck by a left-turning vehicle at the intersection of Bush and Gough streets. While she did not sustain broken bones, she did hit her head on the pavement with intensity and recovered slowly over a two-year-plus period. I contacted Walkup Me...lodia during the COVID outbreak which contributed to the stress of our situation. Mike Kelly, a partner at Walkup, called me back after two hours and immediately understood the trauma that my daughter experienced. While I understand the need for law firms to conduct an intake, Mike skipped that process initially because he was immediate in answering what was important to us - the client - not the firm's needs given the unusual nature of events during the pandemic. He was sensitive, supportive and insightful with his acute understanding of the trajectory of my daughter's injuries and how our case would play out with the insurance company. In plain language, he explained what the projected range of compensation my daughter should expect. His representation was so valuable and his knowledge so deep in personal injury law in Northern California, we are so grateful to have received such amazing, thoughtful and immediate attention and representation from a high-level, gracious and profoundly knowledgeable attorney. If you have had a similar unfortunate circumstance, contact Mike at the Walkup firm to feel appropriately compensated for the trauma you have endured. There is no disappointment in dealing with this firm. For my daughter, Mike's representation was immensely gratifying for her both during the process, which was never wasteful, inefficient or antagonistic, and with the actual award in compensation for pain, suffering and medical reimbursement she received from the insurance company after negotiations.

I recently referred a personal injury case that involved serious injuries, liability issues, and defendants that were well funded (a municipality and a large construction firm) to Michael Kelly. Mike Kelly and his firm (Walkup, Melodia, Kelly & Echevarria) not only met the challenge, "they blew the ...opposition away". Mike treated the client and his family with respect and compassion throughout the litigation process. Not intimidated by the opposition's constant "low ball" offers throughout the litigation process, Mike settled the case on the eve of trial for an astonishing settlement amount. The client was elated with the settlement amount, knowing that he would have financial security for the rest of his life. Mike kept me informed throughout the litigation process and was receptive to my suggestions and help. Furthermore, Mike was extremely generous with the referral fee.

Mike Kelly represented our family in the wrongful death a family member. I was introduced to Mike's firm (Walkup) by referral from an associate who called them the preeminent personal injury firm in Northern California. In our experience Mike and his associates more than lived up to that discreptio...n. They were always sensitive to our feelings and were very concerned with providing excellent service in every way. Their degree of due diligence was unbelievably complete. We were always kept informed on what was happening in our case. They were highly knowledgeable in specifics of our type of case and the best approach to an effective resolution. I would highly recommend them!

Mike is knowledgable, dependable and dedicated. He is truly passionate about his clients and his work. He kept me informed and was honest about his opinions and expectations throughout the litigation process. I know that people often make fun of personal injury attorneys but Mike is no ambulance chas...er, he is one of the most astute and capable legal minds in the bay area and I was lucky to have him on my side.