Kelly Alfreds

Kelly Alfreds, a partner serving at the Summerville office of the Steinberg Law Firm, LLC, headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, focuses her practice on workers’ compensation and personal injury cases. Widely recognized for her firm commitment to her clients’ well-being, she guides them with empathy and clarity as they learn about their rights and the legal system.

With a staunch focus on workers’ compensation cases, Ms. Alfreds tirelessly aids clients in obtaining necessary paperwork, assessing salary benefits, preparing for hearings and meticulously negotiating with insurance companies to win appropriate settlements. Her dedication extends to personal injury situations, where she relentlessly argues for individuals coping with the financial burdens of medical bills and treatments.

A 2014 cum laude graduate of the Charleston School of Law, Ms. Alfreds’ legal prowess is further evidenced by her publications in the Charleston Law Review, where she delved into critical legal issues. She has a broad background in the legal field, having worked as a research assistant at her law school, where she studied civil procedural concerns, and as a paralegal/law clerk at prestigious law firms, where she oversaw all facets of workers’ compensation cases.

Beyond her practice, Ms. Alfreds is deeply engaged in various professional associations, reflecting her zeal for continuing her education and giving back to the community. A certified mediator and the Lowcountry Representative of the South Carolina Women Lawyers Association, she holds memberships in prestigious organizations such as the Charleston County Bar Association, the Dorchester County Bar Association, the Injured Workers’ Advocates, and the South Carolina Bar. 

Ms. Alfreds has won multiple accolades for her legal work. She was included in the list of Best Lawyers in America for Workers’ Compensation Law – Claimants from 2021 to 2024. She is the recipient of the Lawyers of Distinction award and the South Carolina Bar’s Young Lawyers Division’s Star of the Quarter award for her steadfastness and service. She is a recognized and trusted advocate with a “Superb” Avvo rating and a track record of accomplishment, unwavering in providing excellent representation and positively impacting Charleston and beyond.

With a strong sense of civic engagement that extends beyond the legal realm, Ms. Alfreds actively participates as a board member for the Greater Summerville/Dorchester County Chamber of Commerce and serves on the board of directors for the Dorchester Children’s Advocacy Center. She exemplifies her devotion to social duty and activism in her role as chair of the Development Committee for the Dorchester Children’s Center, where she leads initiatives to assist families dealing with the aftermath of child abuse and neglect.