Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Charlotte, NC · 37+ Years Experience
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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. Serves clients in Charlotte, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick E. Kelly
- 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 Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick E. Kelly handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Charlotte.
Employment Law in Charlotte
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Patrick E. Kelly is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in North Carolina →
Business & Corporate Law in Charlotte
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Patrick E. Kelly is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in North Carolina →
Civil Litigation in Charlotte
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Patrick E. Kelly is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in North Carolina →
Mediation & Arbitration in Charlotte
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Patrick E. Kelly is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in North Carolina →
Appellate Practice in Charlotte
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
Patrick E. Kelly is one of 85,572 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in North Carolina →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Charlotte
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 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.
Charlotte Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Charlotte-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Charlotte Choose Patrick E. Kelly
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Patrick E. Kelly's practice in the field of employment, business, litigation, adr, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Patrick E. Kelly brings 37+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in North Carolina and U.S. District Court, Western and Middle Districts of North Carolina and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourt, Patrick E. Kelly can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and litigation, Patrick E. Kelly can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Charlotte
A Charlotte-based practice means Patrick E. Kelly attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Patrick E. Kelly Handles in Charlotte
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Patrick E. Kelly has experience with under North Carolina law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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