Kelli Elizabeth George, Business Attorney in Brea, California
Over 23 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Construction, and Employment
AssociateatLaw Offices of Melissa M. Ballard
Brea, CA
Practicing business in Brea since 2003.
- 23+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Kelli Elizabeth George is an associate based in Brea, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Construction, and Employment. Kelli has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Offices of Melissa M. Ballard.
- Based in
- Brea, CA
- Experience
- over 23 years
- Known for
- Business · Construction · Employment
- Handles Business, Construction, and Employment matters from Brea, CA.
- Over 23 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Kelli Elizabeth George: Kelli Elizabeth George is an associate based in Brea, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Construction, and Employment. Kelli has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Offices of Melissa M. Ballard.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Kelli takes on
Kelli concentrates on business, construction, employment, general, and government. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kelli handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Construction
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Employment
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General
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Insurance
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Slip & Fall
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Business cases in Brea, California
Kelli takes business matters in Brea, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kelli agrees to represent you.
Construction cases in Brea, California
Kelli takes construction matters in Brea, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kelli agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Brea, California
Kelli takes employment matters in Brea, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kelli agrees to represent you.
General cases in Brea, California
Kelli takes general matters in Brea, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kelli agrees to represent you.
Government cases in Brea, California
Kelli takes government matters in Brea, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kelli agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Kelli Elizabeth George — business lawyer in Brea
Kelli Elizabeth George is an associate based in Brea, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Construction, and Employment. Kelli has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Offices of Melissa M. Ballard.
Kelli Elizabeth George is a lawyer practicing premises liability, insurance defense, construction defects and 6 other areas of law. Kelli received a B.A. degree from University of California, Santa Barbara in 1997, and has been licensed for 23 years. Kelli practices at Law Offices of Melissa M. Ballard in Brea, CA.
Kelli's approach to business cases
Kelli Elizabeth George is a lawyer practicing premises liability, insurance defense, construction defects and 6 other areas of law. Kelli received a B.A. degree from University of California, Santa Barbara in 1997, and has been licensed for 23 years. Kelli practices at Law Offices of Melissa M. Ballard in Brea, CA.
The kind of cases Kelli takes
Kelli reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, construction, and employment matters in Brea and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Whittier College School of Law
J.D. · 2001
University of California, Santa Barbara
B.A. · 1997
Jurisdictions
Kelli's state bar admissions
U.S. Court of Appeal
2003 · ACTIVE
California U.S. Dist
2003 · ACTIVE
Kelli studied at J.D. in Whittier College School of Law and B.A. in University of California, Santa Barbara.
Law school and academic background
Kelli completed J.D. in Whittier College School of Law and B.A. in University of California, Santa Barbara. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kelli runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Office locations for Kelli Elizabeth George in Brea, California
Kelli's primary office is at Brea, CA, 92822. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Kelli Elizabeth George — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kelli usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kelli charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kelli'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; Kelli will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Brea, California
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 Kelli
Kelli 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. Kelli confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kelli'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 Kelli Elizabeth George
How much does it cost to hire Kelli for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kelli walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kelli offer a free consultation?
Kelli charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kelli's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Kelli's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in California 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. Kelli gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kelli take my case if I'm outside Brea?
Kelli is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Kelli 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 Kelli?
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. Kelli will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kelli accepting new business clients right now?
Kelli'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 Brea, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Kelli handles business matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.
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