Jeffrey Todd "Todd" Kelly, Appellate Attorney in Huntsville, Alabama
Over 35 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate and Medical Malpractice
Huntsville, AL
Practicing appellate in Huntsville since 1991.
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Jeffrey Todd "Todd" Kelly is an attorney based in Huntsville, ALABAMA. The practice focuses on Appellate and Medical Malpractice. Jeffrey has over 35 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Huntsville, ALABAMA
- Experience
- over 35 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Medical Malpractice
- Handles Appellate and Medical Malpractice matters from Huntsville, ALABAMA.
- Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (Huntsville) (2026).
About Jeffrey Todd "Todd" Kelly: Jeffrey Todd "Todd" Kelly is an attorney based in Huntsville, ALABAMA. The practice focuses on Appellate and Medical Malpractice. Jeffrey has over 35 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Jeffrey's practice areas in Huntsville
Jeffrey concentrates on appellate and medical malpractice. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jeffrey handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate cases in Huntsville, Alabama
Jeffrey takes appellate matters in Huntsville, Alabama. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jeffrey agrees to represent you.
Medical Malpractice cases in Huntsville, Alabama
Jeffrey takes medical malpractice matters in Huntsville, Alabama. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jeffrey agrees to represent you.
Biography
Jeffrey Todd "Todd" Kelly, appellate attorney serving Huntsville
Jeffrey Todd "Todd" Kelly is an attorney based in Huntsville, ALABAMA. The practice focuses on Appellate and Medical Malpractice. Jeffrey has over 35 years of legal experience. Jeffrey works from Huntsville, Alabama and takes on appellate matters across the region.
Mr. Kelly’s practice covers a wide range of civil litigation, with an emphasis on medical malpractice and appellate law. He has handled appeals involving many areas of the law, including medical malpractice, patent infringement, fraud, bad faith, employment law, premises liability, workers’ compensation, education law, and civil rights claims.
How Jeffrey handles appellate matters
Mr. Kelly’s practice covers a wide range of civil litigation, with an emphasis on medical malpractice and appellate law. He has handled appeals involving many areas of the law, including medical malpractice, patent infringement, fraud, bad faith, employment law, premises liability, workers’ compensation, education law, and civil rights claims.
Who Jeffrey represents
Jeffrey reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate and medical malpractice matters in Huntsville and the surrounding Alabama area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Jeffrey studied and practices
The University of Alabama
J.D. · 1991
University of North Alabama
B.A. · 1987
Jurisdictions
Jeffrey's state bar admissions
Alabama
1991 · ACTIVE
Jeffrey studied at J.D. in The University of Alabama and B.A. in University of North Alabama.
Law school and academic background
Jeffrey completed J.D. in The University of Alabama and B.A. in University of North Alabama. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jeffrey runs in Alabama is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Jeffrey's legal honors and published work
Jeffrey has received 4 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (Huntsville)
2026
Lawyer of the Year — Appellate Practice (Huntsville)
2025
Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (Huntsville) (2026). Lawyer of the Year — Appellate Practice (Huntsville) (2025). Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (2026).
Locations
Jeffrey Todd "Todd" Kelly's office in Huntsville
Jeffrey's primary office is at 2101 West Clinton Avenue, Suite 102, Huntsville, Alabama, 35804-2087. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Jeffrey Todd "Todd" Kelly — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jeffrey usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jeffrey charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jeffrey'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; Jeffrey will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Huntsville, Alabama
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate 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 Jeffrey
Jeffrey discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate 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. Jeffrey confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jeffrey's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Jeffrey Todd "Todd" Kelly
How much does it cost to hire Jeffrey for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jeffrey walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jeffrey offer a free consultation?
Jeffrey charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jeffrey's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Jeffrey's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in Alabama typically take?
Simple appellate 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. Jeffrey gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jeffrey take my case if I'm outside Huntsville?
Jeffrey is licensed in Alabama. Matters governed by Alabama law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Jeffrey 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 Jeffrey?
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. Jeffrey will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jeffrey accepting new appellate clients right now?
Jeffrey's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Appellate attorneys serving Huntsville, Birmingham and Montgomery in Alabama
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