Atty. Michael E. Kelly

Atty. Michael E. Kelly

Mr. Michael E.

Greensboro Greensboro 52 Years Experience 52 year
Call (743) 230-9713

Profile Summary

About Michael E. Kelly at a glance

Michael E. Kelly is a Partner based in Greensboro, North Carolina, practicing at Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, product liability, tbi/sci, and litigation. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1974). Educated at University of North Carolina (J.D., 1974) and University of North Carolina (A.B., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Judicature Society. Serves clients in Greensboro, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Michael E. Kelly is a lawyer practicing environmental, product liability and catastrophic injury litigation, toxic tort litigation and 4 other areas of law
  • Michael received a A.B. degree from University of North Carolina in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Michael practices at Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP in Greensboro, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Michael E. Kelly's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Michael E. Kelly is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in North Carolina →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Michael E. Kelly is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in North Carolina →

Product Liability

Michael E. Kelly is one of 60,257 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in North Carolina →

Brain & Spinal Cord Injury

Michael E. Kelly is one of 9,211 tbi/sci attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tbi/sci attorneys in North Carolina →

Civil Litigation

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

Michael E. Kelly is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in North Carolina →

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 Greensboro 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 venue, 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 Michael E. Kelly

Where is Michael E. Kelly's law office located?
Michael E. Kelly's law practice is located in Greensboro, North Carolina. The firm is Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael E. Kelly handle?
Michael E. Kelly focuses on personal injury, employment, product liability, tbi/sci, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Michael E. Kelly practiced law?
Michael E. Kelly has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Michael E. Kelly go to law school?
Michael E. Kelly earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (A.B., 1971).
How can I contact Michael E. Kelly for a consultation?
You can contact Michael E. 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 Michael E. Kelly received?
Michael E. Kelly's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of North Carolina
- 1974
A.B.
University of North Carolina
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1974

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