Atty. Don V. Kelly

Atty. Don V. Kelly

Mr. Don V.

Columbia Columbia 39 yrs experience 39 year
Call (573) 615-1256 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Don V. Kelly at a glance

Don V. Kelly is a ip and litigation attorney based in Columbia, Missouri. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1987), Illinois (1988), and District of Columbia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri U.S. District Court, Southern (1989). Educated at Washington University School of Law (J.D., 1987) and Duke University (B.S. Physics, 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Columbia, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Don V. Kelly is a lawyer practicing litigation, intellectual property, intellectual property litigation
  • Don received a B.S. degree from Duke University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Don practices in Columbia, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Don V. Kelly's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Don V. Kelly handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Don V. Kelly is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Missouri →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Don V. Kelly is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Missouri →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

Practicing law in Missouri. Legal matters in Missouri are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Columbia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Missouri state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Missouri brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Missouri courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Don V. Kelly

Where is Don V. Kelly's law office located?
Don V. Kelly's law practice is located in Columbia, Missouri. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Don V. Kelly handle?
Don V. Kelly focuses on ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Don V. Kelly practiced law?
Don V. Kelly has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Don V. Kelly go to law school?
Don V. Kelly earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.S. Physics, 1984).
How can I contact Don V. Kelly for a consultation?
You can contact Don V. Kelly directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Don V. Kelly received?
Don V. Kelly's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Washington University School of Law
- 1987
B.S. Physics
Duke University
- 1984

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1987
Illinois
Admitted: 1988
District of Columbia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri U.S. District Court, Southern
Admitted: 1989

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