Mark L. Kelly

Mark L. Kelly, Business Attorney in Nashville, Tennessee

4 years of legal practice · focused on Business and Litigation

AssociateatRiley & Jacobson, PLC

Nashville, TN

Practicing business in Nashville since 2022.

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Mark L. Kelly is an associate based in Nashville, TN. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation. Mark has 4 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Riley & Jacobson, PLC.

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  • Handles Business and Litigation matters from Nashville, TN.
  • 4 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Mark L. Kelly: Mark L. Kelly is an associate based in Nashville, TN. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation. Mark has 4 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Riley & Jacobson, PLC.

Areas of practice

Mark's practice areas in Nashville

Mark concentrates on business and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mark handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Nashville, Tennessee

Mark takes business matters in Nashville, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mark agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Nashville, Tennessee

Mark takes litigation matters in Nashville, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mark agrees to represent you.

Biography

Mark L. Kelly, business attorney serving Nashville

Mark L. Kelly is an associate based in Nashville, TN. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation. Mark has 4 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Riley & Jacobson, PLC. Mark works from Nashville, Tennessee and takes on business matters across the region.

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.

Mark's approach to business cases

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…

Clients Mark works with

Mark reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and litigation matters in Nashville and the surrounding Tennessee area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Mark studied and practices

  • The University of Tennessee - Knoxville

    J.D. · 2022

  • University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

    B.A. · 2014

Jurisdictions

Mark's state bar admissions

  • Tennessee

    2022 · ACTIVE

Mark studied at J.D. in The University of Tennessee - Knoxville and B.A. in University of Arkansas, Fayetteville.

Law school and academic background

Mark completed J.D. in The University of Tennessee - Knoxville and B.A. in University of Arkansas, Fayetteville. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mark runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Mark's professional memberships and bar associations

  • American Bar Association Tennessee Bar Association Nashville Bar Association

    membership

Locations

Mark L. Kelly's office in Nashville

Mark's primary office is at 1906 West End Avenue, Nashville, TN, 37203-2309. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Riley & Jacobson, PLC

1906 West End Avenue

Nashville, TN 37203-2309

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Hiring guide

How to hire Mark L. Kelly — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Mark usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Mark charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mark's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Mark will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Nashville, Tennessee

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Mark

Mark discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Mark confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Mark's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Mark L. Kelly

  • How much does it cost to hire Mark for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Mark walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Mark offer a free consultation?

    Mark charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mark's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Mark's current terms during booking.

  • How long do business cases in Tennessee typically take?

    Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Mark gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Mark take my case if I'm outside Nashville?

    Mark is licensed in Tennessee. Matters governed by Tennessee law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Mark will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Mark?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Mark will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Mark accepting new business clients right now?

    Mark's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Business attorneys serving Nashville, Memphis and Knoxville in Tennessee

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