Providing Zealous And Compassionate Representation In Family Law And Criminal Defense Cases
Biography
At Kelly A. Damm, Attorney at Law, my mission is to learn and understand my clients' needs and the external factors affecting them so that I can aggressively and professionally represent them throughout the legal process. I clearly communicate my legal knowledge and experience, thereby enabling my clients to make well-informed decisions for themselves.
My approach is to provide a personalized attorney-client relationship based on each client's unique concerns and requirements. My philosophy is based on the commitment to provide experienced advice to my clients. I am dedicated to full value for every dollar invested in legal services. My clients can expect prompt personal service and uncompromising, quality legal representation delivered in a cost-effective manner.
At Kelly A. Damm, I am constantly seeking to improve my performance in order to be prepared for the challenges facing my clients. I keep pace with the latest innovations in the delivery of legal services by continually investing in training and technology. My work environment is based on diligent work effort, community involvement and a commitment to the profession.
Education
- Albany Law School of Union University, Albany, New York
- J.D. - 1999
- Honors: Albany Law School AIDS Clinic, Student-Attorney
- Beloit College, Beloit, WI
- B.A. - 1995
- Major: Psychology-Literature Studies-Creative Writing
Bar Admission
- New York, 2000
- U.S. District Court Northern District of New York, 2000
- U.S. District Court Southern District of New York, 2000
Honors
- Super Lawyer, Matrimonial and Family Court
- Top National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyers
Pro-Bono Activities
- Ithaca Youth Bureau, Mentor, 2001 to Present
Past Positions
- Kerrigan & Wallace, Associate Attorney
Professional Associations
- American Bar Association, Member, 2000
- Finger Lakes Women’s Bar Association, Women’s Bar Association of the State of New York, President, 2009 to 2010
- Finger Lakes Women’s Bar Association, Women’s Bar Association of the State of New York, Member, 2006 to Present
- WBASNY-Chair of Legislative Committee, 2015 to 2018
- New York State Association Of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Member, 2001 to Present
- New York State Bar Association, Member, 2000 to Present
- New York State Defenders Association, Member, 2008 to Present
- Tompkins County Bar Association, President, 2011 to 2012
- Tompkins County Bar Association, New Membership Chairperson, 2006 to 2011
- Tompkins County Bar Association, Member, 2000 to Present
- Tompkins County Bar Association, Mentor, 2006 to Present