Atty. Patrick E. Kelly

Atty. Patrick E. Kelly

Mr. Patrick E.

Charlotte Charlotte 37 yrs experience 37 year
Call (980) 381-2330 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Patrick E. Kelly at a glance

Patrick E. Kelly is a Member based in Charlotte, North Carolina, practicing at Johnston, Allison & Hord, P.A.. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on employment, business, litigation, adr, and appellate. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1989) and U.S. District Court, Western and Middle Districts of North Carolina and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourt (1989). Educated at University of North Carolina (J.D., 1989) and United States Military Academy (B.S., 1981). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of President, 2009-2010, Mecklenburg County Bar Association. Serands clients in Charlotte, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Patrick E. Kelly is a lawyer practicing employment law and litigation, civil litigation, commercial and 3 other areas of law
  • Patrick received a B.S. degree from United States Military Academy in 1981, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Patrick practices at Johnston, Allison & Hord, P.A. in Charlotte, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Patrick E. Kelly's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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

Patrick E. Kelly is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in North Carolina →

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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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Patrick E. Kelly is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in North Carolina →

Appellate Practice

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Patrick E. Kelly is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate 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 Charlotte 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 Patrick E. Kelly

Where is Patrick E. Kelly's law office located?
Patrick E. Kelly's law practice is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. The firm is Johnston, Allison & Hord, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Patrick E. Kelly handle?
Patrick E. Kelly focuses on employment, business, litigation, adr, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Patrick E. Kelly practiced law?
Patrick E. Kelly has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Patrick E. Kelly go to law school?
Patrick E. Kelly earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S., 1981).
How can I contact Patrick E. Kelly for a consultation?
You can contact Patrick 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 Patrick E. Kelly received?
Patrick E. Kelly's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of North Carolina
- 1989
B.S.
United States Military Academy
- 1981

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Western and Middle Districts of North Carolina and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourt
Admitted: 1989

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