David Kelly
Hopkins, MN
Licensed for 46 years
Law Degree
Awards
Primary Practice Area
Bankruptcy & Debt
Language
English
About
I'm a Twin Cities area Minnesota bankruptcy lawyer. Most people call me Dave. I've been practicing law in the Twin Cities Minneaapolis and St. Paul area for over 40 years. What I do is represent people in the processing and filing of Minnesota Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy cases. My office is across from Ridgedale on I-394, close to Minneapolis but technically in Minnetonka, close to Golden Valley, practically walking distance from St. Louis Park. My office is in the Hopkins, MN school district, has a Hopkins zip code, and is just off Hopkins Crossroad - so I think of myself as a Hopkins person even though technically my office is within Minnetonka city limits.When we do a bankruptcy petition, there are somewhere in the range of 600 questions that have to be answered. The exact number of questions is impossible to state, since some branch off into more if you say yes. There is a penalty of perjury for incorrectly answering any of these questions, so I consider it very important that we get those answers right. I will work with you in person, and face to face as we go over all those questions. In a recent review on Google one of my clients said that she beleives I provide mor personal attention than most lawyers would. I think that's a true statement.
Practices Areas
Bankruptcy & Debt
Language
English
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Reviews
Filing bankruptcy was not easy for me. I felt like a failure, even under circumstances that were beyond my control. Dave Kelly put me at ease on my first visit and i knew then that everything would be ok! He was very knowledgeable, patient and understanding regarding my situation. He spent a lot of time with me in order to get all the things needed to proceed. He always followed up with me and if he wasn’t available to answer a phone call he would always return my calls immediately. Very appreciate of him. I actually picked him out of the yellow pages as I didn’t know any attorneys. I knew I got lucky on selecting him! I would highly recommend him! Thank you so much for your help!! Thank you so much Dave!!
I’m too late for this review since my discharge was granted early January of 2019 but taking advantage of the free quarantine time to show him my appreciation for his work. David Kelly was outstanding throughout the whole process which we started around July of 2018. He meticulously gathered all the necessary documents needed while in consultation with him 24/7 through email. We would meet every forthright at his office and he would explain me in detail every step of the way. We finally filed mid October 2018 and I got my discharge on January 2019. I would highly recommend his services because he was so detail oriented to my case. A fantastic all round bankrupt lawyer.
Dave will be honest, frank and will tell the naked truth even if it is hard to hear. His reasoning is always having your best interest at the forefront. I just made my last chapter 13 payment last week. Dave was there, 5 years is a long time.
My husband and I hired Mr. Kelly to help us file for chapter 7 bankruptcy, and we are so glad we did! He was very patient with us, knowledgeable, and very helpful with all our questions and concerns. He made what would have been a hard and painful process as easy as possible. We would both highly recommend!
I have had bankruptcy looming over my head for a number of years after a divorce. The thought was daunting and it kept me stuck in fear for a long time. After finally making the decision to get help, I researched a number of attorneys in my area. After speaking with Mr. Kelly my decision was made! He made me comfortable from the first consultation. He never was demeaning or critical of my situation but rather explained the process, my options and every step of the way! He helped me stop a garnishment and actually got back some of my lost wages. Mr. Kelly was open & honest about expectations and made the process smooth and uncomplicated as possible. He kept me updated with frequent communication so I always knew where we were in the process! I would recommend David Kelly in a heart beat to anyone needing legal financial assistance!
When I knew I had no choice but to file for bankruptcy to get out of my financial dilemma. I went online to find an attorney who would represent me and not be judgmental to me that I had to file for a Chapter 7. I had talked with two other attorneys and felt dejected and really nothing more than a number to them before finding Dave Kelly . From our first meeting Dave was extremely companionate and professional throughout the entire process. He demonstrated mastery in his field time and time again by quickly answering my questions through email and/or phone, and always remained kind and respectful despite my constant barrage of questions. The entire bankruptcy process at first seemed to be overwhelming when I first realized how much paperwork was going to be involved, but Dave Kelly made it feel more like a step-by-step process that smoothed things out and made me more comfortable as time passed. The bankruptcy ended with no complications at all, and I would highly recommend Dave Kelly expertise to anyone!”
Dave Kelly was an amazing attorney. When I realized that bankruptcy was my only option, I didn't know where to turn and I was embarrassed to have to admit my situation . Luckily I found Mr Kelly. He was so easy to talk to, he answered all my questions and helped me figure out what the next steps were. He never made me feel bad about my bankruptcy, but made me realize it is a fresh start. Now, my life is much calmer, the stress has decreased ten fold and I can hold my head up high. I would recommend Dave to anyone needing this type of help because he took a lot of time to get to know me and my particular situation and I felt great about moving forward with my Bankruptcy. Thank you Dave so much for your help! Amber
Fully explained our options and actually steered us away from pursuing bankruptcy. Suggested another option which we are pursuing. Very professional.
From the moment we first met with Dave Kelly we knew we were in good hands. After meeting several other attorneys who were too pushy, too "salesy" and/or downright condescending, we chose Dave. He was knowledgeable and professional in answering our questions and gave us a straightforward and thorough overview of the bankruptcy process. He clearly laid out the differences between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13, and determined that Chapter 13 would be the best route for us. Dave provided reliable guidance before we filed and answered questions throughout the duration of our plan. He worked with us to set up a graduated plan that had smaller payments at the beginning when we were starting to regain our financial footing. He has even kept in touch after we completed our plan and after our discharge was granted to help tie up some loose ends. Words cannot express our gratitude and we cannot thank Dave enough. His guidance was invaluable and we will always be grateful we found him. Dave helped us get a true fresh start, going back to the day we filed and ultimately after our discharge was granted.
Eight years ago...like many, my financials were upside down. David was direct and to the task. We presented a sensible plan ..I held up my end . And, no one lost a cent. David is respected by his peers and the court. Should you need assistance... I would not hesitate working with this man. Moreover, he is good person.
Filing bankruptcy was not easy for me. I felt like a failure, even under circumstances that were beyond my control. Dave Kelly put me at ease on my first visit and i knew then that everything would be ok! He was very knowledgeable, patient and understanding regarding my situation. He spent a lot of time with me in order to get all the things needed to proceed. He always followed up with me and if he wasn’t available to answer a phone call he would always return my calls immediately. Very appreciate of him. I actually picked him out of the yellow pages as I didn’t know any attorneys. I knew I got lucky on selecting him! I would highly recommend him! Thank you so much for your help!! Thank you so much Dave!!
I’m too late for this review since my discharge was granted early January of 2019 but taking advantage of the free quarantine time to show him my appreciation for his work. David Kelly was outstanding throughout the whole process which we started around July of 2018. He meticulously gathered all the necessary documents needed while in consultation with him 24/7 through email. We would meet every forthright at his office and he would explain me in detail every step of the way. We finally filed mid October 2018 and I got my discharge on January 2019. I would highly recommend his services because he was so detail oriented to my case. A fantastic all round bankrupt lawyer.
Dave will be honest, frank and will tell the naked truth even if it is hard to hear. His reasoning is always having your best interest at the forefront. I just made my last chapter 13 payment last week. Dave was there, 5 years is a long time.
My husband and I hired Mr. Kelly to help us file for chapter 7 bankruptcy, and we are so glad we did! He was very patient with us, knowledgeable, and very helpful with all our questions and concerns. He made what would have been a hard and painful process as easy as possible. We would both highly recommend!
I have had bankruptcy looming over my head for a number of years after a divorce. The thought was daunting and it kept me stuck in fear for a long time. After finally making the decision to get help, I researched a number of attorneys in my area. After speaking with Mr. Kelly my decision was made! He made me comfortable from the first consultation. He never was demeaning or critical of my situation but rather explained the process, my options and every step of the way! He helped me stop a garnishment and actually got back some of my lost wages. Mr. Kelly was open & honest about expectations and made the process smooth and uncomplicated as possible. He kept me updated with frequent communication so I always knew where we were in the process! I would recommend David Kelly in a heart beat to anyone needing legal financial assistance!
When I knew I had no choice but to file for bankruptcy to get out of my financial dilemma. I went online to find an attorney who would represent me and not be judgmental to me that I had to file for a Chapter 7. I had talked with two other attorneys and felt dejected and really nothing more than a number to them before finding Dave Kelly . From our first meeting Dave was extremely companionate and professional throughout the entire process. He demonstrated mastery in his field time and time again by quickly answering my questions through email and/or phone, and always remained kind and respectful despite my constant barrage of questions. The entire bankruptcy process at first seemed to be overwhelming when I first realized how much paperwork was going to be involved, but Dave Kelly made it feel more like a step-by-step process that smoothed things out and made me more comfortable as time passed. The bankruptcy ended with no complications at all, and I would highly recommend Dave Kelly expertise to anyone!”
Dave Kelly was an amazing attorney. When I realized that bankruptcy was my only option, I didn't know where to turn and I was embarrassed to have to admit my situation . Luckily I found Mr Kelly. He was so easy to talk to, he answered all my questions and helped me figure out what the next steps were. He never made me feel bad about my bankruptcy, but made me realize it is a fresh start. Now, my life is much calmer, the stress has decreased ten fold and I can hold my head up high. I would recommend Dave to anyone needing this type of help because he took a lot of time to get to know me and my particular situation and I felt great about moving forward with my Bankruptcy. Thank you Dave so much for your help! Amber
Fully explained our options and actually steered us away from pursuing bankruptcy. Suggested another option which we are pursuing. Very professional.
From the moment we first met with Dave Kelly we knew we were in good hands. After meeting several other attorneys who were too pushy, too "salesy" and/or downright condescending, we chose Dave. He was knowledgeable and professional in answering our questions and gave us a straightforward and thorough overview of the bankruptcy process. He clearly laid out the differences between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13, and determined that Chapter 13 would be the best route for us. Dave provided reliable guidance before we filed and answered questions throughout the duration of our plan. He worked with us to set up a graduated plan that had smaller payments at the beginning when we were starting to regain our financial footing. He has even kept in touch after we completed our plan and after our discharge was granted to help tie up some loose ends. Words cannot express our gratitude and we cannot thank Dave enough. His guidance was invaluable and we will always be grateful we found him. Dave helped us get a true fresh start, going back to the day we filed and ultimately after our discharge was granted.
Eight years ago...like many, my financials were upside down. David was direct and to the task. We presented a sensible plan ..I held up my end . And, no one lost a cent. David is respected by his peers and the court. Should you need assistance... I would not hesitate working with this man. Moreover, he is good person.