Kelly has significant experience in conducting expert discovery and related motion practice, including identifying and communicating with medical, scientific, and other technical defense expert witnesses to assist with preparation of expert reports and deposition testimony. Kelly is actively involved in virtually all stages of litigation, including trial team preparation, handling discovery disputes, negotiating settlements and preparing Rule 702 Motions to Exclude plaintiffs' technical expert witnesses.
Committed to excellence both in and out of the courtroom, Kelly’s approach is characterized by her dedication to detail, collaborative spirit, and relentless advocacy for her clients. She applies her communication and problem-solving skills to provide creative, effective, and efficient solutions for clients.
In addition to her practice, Kelly excels in client development and organizational leadership. She has successfully led initiatives to strengthen client relationships and foster diversity within the legal field. Kelly is highly regarded for her ability to manage large-scale trial preparations, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and mentor emerging legal talent.
Honors
Co-recipient, FDCC Diversity Award, 2024
Louisiana Super Lawyers, Rising Star, 2015-2023
Best Lawyers in America, 2021-2023
Professional and Community Involvement
Member, Trial Attorneys of America
Chair, Federation of Defense & Corporate Counsel (FDCC) Products Liability Substantive Law Section
Vice chair, FDCC Drug and Medical Device Substantive Law Section
Chair, FDCC State and International Representative Program
Member, FDCC Diversity Committee
Executive Council Member, Association of Defense Trial Attorneys (ADTA) Class of 2026
Sponsorship Chair, Defense Research Institute Drug and Medical Device Committee
Member, Defense Research Institute Drug and Medical Device Committee Seminar Planning Committee
Member, Federal Bar Association
Past chair, Association of Defense Trial Attorneys (ADTA) We Prefer to Refer Committee
Past member, Louisiana Bar Association
Past member and secretary, New Orleans Bar Foundation
Past chair, New Orleans Bar Foundation Young Lawyer’s Section
