Atty. Mark L. Kelly

Atty. Mark L. Kelly

Mark Kelly practices commercial litigation. Mark earned his law degree from the University of Tennessee College of Law where he graduated magna cum laude, in the top 8% of his class.

Nashville Nashville 4 yrs experience 4 year
Call (629) 294-3638 Email Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Mark L. Kelly at a glance

Mark L. Kelly is an Associate based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at Riley & Jacobson, PLC. They have 4+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2022. Their practice focuses on business and litigation. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (2022). Educated at The University of Tennessee - Knoxville (J.D., 2022) and University of Arkansas, Fayetteville (B.A., 2014). Active member of American Bar Association Tennessee Bar Association Nashville Bar Association. Serands clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mark Kelly practices commercial litigation
  • Mark earned his law degree from the University of Tennessee College of Law where he graduated magna cum laude, in the top 8% of his class
  • During his time in law school, Mark served as a Research Editor and Web Editor for the Tennessee Law Review
  • He also was selected to be a part of the 2020 National Moot Court Team, which placed first in the region and reached the quarter final round of the National competition
  • Mark was awarded the Center for Advocacy and Dispute Resolution Brief Writing Award for his efforts as a part of the National Moot Court Team
  • After graduating law school, Mark served as a Judicial Clerk to the Honorable Thomas W. Brothers in the Sixth Circuit Court for Davidson County, Tennessee for two years
  • Mark has a Bachelor's degree from the University of Arkansas with majors in Political Science, International Relations, and Latino Studies as well as a minor in Spanish
  • Prior to law school, Mark worked for a local nonprofit providing adult education and vocational skills training

Practice Areas Explained

Mark L. Kelly's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mark L. Kelly

Where is Mark L. Kelly's law office located?
Mark L. Kelly's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm is Riley & Jacobson, PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark L. Kelly handle?
Mark L. Kelly focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Mark L. Kelly practiced law?
Mark L. Kelly has 4+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2022.
Where did Mark L. Kelly go to law school?
Mark L. Kelly earned their education at (J.D., 2022); (B.A., 2014).
How can I contact Mark L. Kelly for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
- 2022
B.A.
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
- 2014

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 2022

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