Evan Kelly
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Top Rated Criminal Defense Attorney in West Chester, PA
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As a founding attorney at the reputable law firm of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP, Evan Kelly has accumulated extensive experience in a variety of practice areas. From his law firm based in West Chester, Pennsylvania, he helps clients in Philadelphia, Reading and the surrounding metro areas navigate serious legal concerns related to the following:
· Criminal defense
· Personal injury
Attorney Kelly has successfully handled several high-profile cases related to first-degree murder, homicide and rape. From his representation of well-known athletes to government officials, he has built a reputation as one of the leading criminal defense attorneys in the state. Beyond his criminal defense practice, he has dedicated a portion of his career to advocating for the injured.
After graduating with his Juris Doctor from Villanova University School of Law in 2000 and later receiving permission to practice from the Pennsylvania Bar Association, Mr. Kelly has accumulated various distinctions and recognitions due to his impressive record of success. These include The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers, a "Superb" rating from Avvo and multiple client satisfaction awards from the American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys. He is also a certified specialist in death penalty laws, a distinction granted by the Pennsylvania Bar Association.
A consummate professional, Evan Kelly maintains active memberships in the American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys and the Chester County Bar Association. By combining his past experience as chief counsel for the U.S. Senate Committee on the Judiciary with his years of practicing law as an advocate for Philadelphia-area residents, attorney Kelly continues to establish himself as a leader in both personal injury litigation and criminal defense.
- 80%Criminal Defense
- 10%Legislative & Governmental Affairs
- 10%Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff
Criminal Law, Drug & Alcohol Violations, Murder, Sex Offenses, Personal Injury - Plaintiff
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- Super Lawyers: 2017 - 2022
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About Evan Kelly
First Admitted: 2000, Pennsylvania
Professional Webpage: https://www.chestercountycriminallawyer.com/attorney/evan-j-...
Honors/Awards
- Top 10 Attorney Award, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys, 2014 - Present
- Top Lawyer, Main Line Today Magazine, 2010 - Present
- Rising Star, Super Lawyers, 2007 - Present
- Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys, 2014 - Present
- Top 100 lawyers in PA Criminal Defense ASLA
- Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers, 2014 - Present
Educational Background
- West Chester University, West Chester, Pennsylvania, B.A. summa cum laude - 1997
Bar/Professional Activity
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of Pennsylvania, 2000
- Eastern Technology Counsel
- Chester County Bar Association
- Pennsylvania, 2000
- Young Professionals of Chester County
- Pennsylvania Bar Association
- West Chester University Alumni Finance Committee
- U.S. District Court Middle District of Pennsylvania, 2000
- American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys, Member
Special Licenses/Certifications
- Death Penalty Certified in Pennsylvania, 2011
- violent crimes Firearms not to be carried without a permit https://t.co/VLdRGGGQeQ
- Pennsylvania troopers release high DUI arrest statistics for 2018 https://t.co/5JXgCIOG8m
- Violent crimes and domestic violence https://t.co/1wrXZI9pfs
- Criminal defense Inchoate crimes https://t.co/csaen7OR4F
- Violent Crimes Possession of a firearm by a minor https://t.co/1lz79zrdzb
Last Updated: 5/15/2022