Atty. Lloyd Thomas Kelso

Atty. Lloyd Thomas Kelso

Mr. Lloyd Thomas Kelso is a lawyer practicing divorce, alimony, child custody and 40 other areas of law.

Gastonia Gastonia 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About Lloyd Thomas Kelso at a glance

Lloyd Thomas Kelso is a Member based in Gastonia, North Carolina, practicing at Lloyd T. Kelso, Attorney at Law. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on divorce, wills, car accidents, child custody, and probate. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1976), North Carolina (1977), and Tennessee (1994). Educated at University of South Carolina School of Law (JD, 1975) and Erskine College (Library Award, 1973). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Gaston County Bar, North Carolina Bar Association North Carolina State Bar South Carolina Bar Tennessee Bar Founder of the Christian Family Law Association Recognized as an Advocate by the National College of Advocacy. Serands clients in Gastonia, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Lloyd Thomas Kelso is a lawyer practicing divorce, alimony, child custody and 40 other areas of law
  • Lloyd received a degree from Erskine College in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Lloyd practices at Lloyd T. Kelso, Attorney at Law in Gastonia, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Lloyd Thomas Kelso's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lloyd Thomas Kelso handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Wills

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Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Child Custody & Visitation

Lloyd Thomas Kelso is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in North Carolina →

Probate

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

Practicing law in North Carolina. Legal matters in North Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Gastonia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate North Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in North Carolina 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 North Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Lloyd Thomas Kelso

Where is Lloyd Thomas Kelso's law office located?
Lloyd Thomas Kelso's law practice is located in Gastonia, North Carolina. The firm is Lloyd T. Kelso, Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lloyd Thomas Kelso handle?
Lloyd Thomas Kelso focuses on divorce, wills, car accidents, child custody, probate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Lloyd Thomas Kelso practiced law?
Lloyd Thomas Kelso has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Lloyd Thomas Kelso go to law school?
Lloyd Thomas Kelso earned their education at (JD, 1975); (Library Award, 1973).
How can I contact Lloyd Thomas Kelso for a consultation?
You can contact Lloyd Thomas Kelso 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 Lloyd Thomas Kelso received?
Lloyd Thomas Kelso's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

JD
University of South Carolina School of Law
- 1975
Library Award
Erskine College
- 1973

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 1976
North Carolina
Admitted: 1977
Tennessee
Admitted: 1994

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