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The Firm
“A quick, well planned, first response is critical. Very often the timely first move of the defense sets the stage for long term favorable results. Only years of the right type of experience and sound honest judgment can provide that type of response.” – Jim Kelly
All too often individuals needing legal representation get treated poorly by those they had chosen to represent them. These individuals are not treated with the respect or given the attention that they deserve. At Kelly Law Office, your rights and freedom deserve our commitment to you. From the beginning of your matter to the end, you will be kept fully informed and involved in all important decisions to be made.
As our business depends upon repeat clients and referrals, having the satisfied client is our primary objective. At this law firm you can depend upon effective representation, sound and honest judgement, open communication and fair billing practices. Kelly Law office brings over 27 years of community, courtroom and legal experience to work for you. It is our policy to aggressively represent all clients in a timely manner while maintaining integrity in the process.
Attorney Profile
Attorney James L. Kelly
Attorney James L. Kelly, is dedicated to fairness and justice. As an experienced and highly respected lawyer, Mr. Kelly zealously defends individuals suspected or charged with committing misdemeanor or felony crimes. This firm also serves clients in the areas of wrongful death, personal injury, child custody, wills, and estates. We practice before all courts in the State of Mississippi, with special emphasis in Rankin, Madison and Hinds counties.
College
Mississippi State University, B.B.A. - 1983
Law School
University of Mississippi, Law Center, J.D. - 1986
Admitted
Mississippi; U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Mississippi; Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals - 1987
United States Supreme Court - 2010
Memberships
The Mississippi Bar - 1995 to 1996
(Member, Board of Directors, Young Lawyers Division)
Mississippi Law Alumni Association Board of Directors - 2008
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Madison United Methodist Church, Madison, Mississippi
Prior Law Related Employment and Affiliations
Assistant District Attorney:
Madison and Rankin Counties - 1992 to 1998
Assistant District Attorney:
Clarke, Kemper, Lauderdale and Wayne Counties - 1988 to 1991
Mississippi Attorney General’s Office:
Special Assistant Attorney General - 1987 to 1988
Attorney Mark D. Ray
~Former Prosecutor~ Dedicated Advocate
Mark D. Ray is a former prosecutor who has tried countless criminal cases in his career and his goal is to get you the best possible outcome for your case. He is dedicated to each client who calls on him for representation and will not just be your attorney, he will be your advocate by championing your cause. If you need effective criminal defense with a personal touch, contact Attorney Mark D. Ray to discuss your case.
Prior Law Related Employment and Affiliations
Former Assistant Directory Attorney
Former General Counsel for the University of Mississippi Medical Center
Team Members
Jessica
Monica
Located in the heart of downtown Brandon, across from the Rankin County Courthouse