Evan J. Kelly: Accomplished Trial Attorney with Extensive Criminal Defense Experience
Evan J. Kelly, the founding attorney at our firm, is a highly skilled trial attorney renowned for his expertise in handling complex and high-profile cases, including First Degree Murder, Rape, and Attempted Homicide. With a wealth of experience, Mr. Kelly has successfully represented elected officials, professional athletes, and other notable individuals in various criminal matters throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. As a distinguished criminal defense attorney, Mr. Kelly has earned recognition and numerous accolades for his professional achievements, including:
Accolades and Recognitions:
• Included in the esteemed list of top 10 Criminal Defense Attorneys in the State of Pennsylvania by the American Jurist.
• Recognized as one of the top 10 Criminal Defense Lawyers in the Eastern portion of Pennsylvania by the National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys consecutively from 2014 to 2019.
• Named among the top 10 Criminal Defense Attorneys in the State of Pennsylvania by the American Institute of Legal Counsel for six consecutive years from 2014 to 2019.
• Selected as one of the top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys in the State of Pennsylvania by the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 from 2014 to 2019.
• Distinguished invitation to join the prestigious American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys.
• Invited to become a member of the renowned National College of DUI Defense.
• Recognized as a Top Attorneys of North America by Who's Who of North America from 2015 to 2019.
• Included in the list of top 100 trial lawyers for the state of Pennsylvania by the American Academy of Trial Lawyers.
• Acknowledged as a Superlawyer for the years 2017 to 2019.
Professional Background and Experience:
Before establishing his successful legal practice, Evan J. Kelly served as an Assistant District Attorney for the Chester County District Attorney's Office. In this role, he gained invaluable experience prosecuting a multitude of misdemeanor and felony cases. Additionally, from 2005 to 2007, Mr. Kelly held the position of Chief Counsel of Oversight and Investigations for the United States Senate Judiciary Committee, working alongside former Chairman United States Senator Arlen Specter. As Chief Counsel, he held the highest-ranking staff position for the Republican Party in the United States Senate, overseeing critical matters concerning the Department of Justice, FBI, and the Secret Service. Mr. Kelly completed his undergraduate studies at West Chester University in 1997 and obtained his Juris Doctor from Villanova Law School in 2000.
Key Professional Highlights:
• Over 95% of practice devoted to litigation, showcasing a strong commitment to advocating for clients in the courtroom.
• Certified as Death Penalty Qualified by the Pennsylvania Bar, demonstrating comprehensive expertise in handling capital cases.
Honors, Awards, and Memberships:
• Consistently recognized as a Super Lawyer from 2017 to 2023, a testament to Mr. Kelly's exceptional legal skills and accomplishments.
• Named one of the top 10 Criminal Defense Attorneys in the State of Pennsylvania by the American Jurist.
• Selected among the top 100 lawyers in Pennsylvania for Criminal Defense by the ASLA.
• Received the Client Satisfaction Award from the American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys from 2015 to 2019, demonstrating dedication to client service.
• Included in the list of top 100 Trial Lawyers by the National Trial Lawyers from 2015 to the present.
• Acknowledged as a Top Lawyer by Main Line Magazine from 2015 to the present.
• Received the Top 10 Attorney Award from the American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys from 2014 to the present.
• Honored with the Top Lawyer title by Main Line Today Magazine since 2010.
• Recognized as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers since 2007.
• Consistently ranked among the top 10 Criminal Defense Lawyers in the Eastern portion of Pennsylvania by the National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys from 2014 to 2019.
• Listed as one of the top 10 Criminal Defense Attorneys in the State of Pennsylvania by the American Institute of Legal Counsel from 2014 to 2019.
• Recognized as one of the top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys in the State of Pennsylvania by the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 from 2014 to 2019.
• Named a Top Attorney of North America by Who's Who of North America from 2015 to 2019.
• Included in the list of top 100 trial lawyers for the state of Pennsylvania by the American Academy of Trial Lawyers.
