Reviews

I was a client of Kelly Jackson Smith . She has recently resigned me because I wasn’t able to afford the bill that she charged me on top of holding the retrained agreement fee . 5000 dollars to be exact. This is my first divorce. After traumatic experiences in my family (like loosing a child from cancer ) my ex husband and I knew a divorce was the only way . We were in a mess and just trying to heal from our dark past. I sought help and healing and looked for a lawyer in Dickson. Kelly Jackson Smith is who I picked . It was a 50 dollar consultation charge and she urged me to quickly sign the retainer agreement before two weeks is up or I will face serious consequences in my court case if I don’t have a lawyer representing me . Scared , and worried I called my family. We acted out of fear and emotions that was stirred up by this lawyer and had my little sister use her car as collateral from a loan place . We come up with an retainer fee . Again 5000 dollars and paid her and quickly signed the retainer agreement so she could represent me in two weeks of my next court date. I told her my situation. I’m a mom that’s in healing from the death of her child . My ex husband is controlling and is very angry with me . Etc etc . There was no compassion . And no assurance or any encouragement of hope !!! So what did I get out of this divorce??? A long drawn out process! A horrible view from my judge for losing my lawyer in the MIDDLE of my divorce case! 5000 dollars out the window with NO ACTION DONE of what she said the 5000 was for . AND an additional charge of 2000 dollars.(Basically folks , my ex lawyer started my divorce and then took my money and ran in the middle of my case !!!! ) she granted me my clothes back, and 12 hours of supervised visits to see my daughter . Here I am … living with my friend, working as a waitress trying to make ends meet and she let my ex husband kick me out of the house that I own too , and granted him his wishes of visitation and took my money and resigned herself in the middle of my divorce! I never ever felt she was for me !!!! She is selfish and greedy and has no integrity! She manipulates! And in regard to the review response of Donna Redick (whom of which she did reply to saying she was not her client to begin with) I will inform everyone . That Donna is my mother …. She found Kelly Jackson Smith for me in hopes to close a dark chapter that this family has suffered for years now !!! She didn’t close it but only worsened my case !!! To Kelly - I don’t see how you sleep well at night after a day of taking people’s money and not ever representing them and or even taking the time out of your schedule to personally talk to them. To Alex - you are rude and you have no good qualities in customer service! I over looked your manners thinking that at least you’re not representing me. But now I’m learning misery loves company. And a bad apple hired a rotten tomato in this law firm’s case. I WARN EVERYONE!!! Do NOT waste your time and money and energy! Because all mine was precious and has been spent !! 😡

This is the first review I have ever written, but I believe it’s important to those who are in urgent and vulnerable situations to beware of this attorney. There are several reviews mentioning rude and unprofessional practices. This is true. She is not for you she is for herself. She will take your retainer funds and keep your retainer, then bill for additional services and will not perform services that are paid for in advance until the additional services are paid. 5k to be exact. Not one penny was used for legal representation. Please read all retainer documents, especially if you are in an urgent and vulnerable situation, because she will take advantage of these circumstances. After speaking with several attorneys, keeping a retainer and then billing for additional services is rare. Kelly lacks integrity and is not ethical; however, she is a good manipulator who knows how to take advantage of the most vulnerable. Beware. She is a thief and a liar who will steal thousands of dollars from you without representation. Do your due diligence and seek an ethical attorney who wants to do the right thing. Seek an attorney who is more concerned about representing you rather than taking your money. Kelly is more concerned about taking your money.

Kelly is a great lawyer and honest as the day is long. She will fight for you and treat you right.

Kelly is a fantastic lawyer, very professional and willing to answer all of our questions. We would definitely recommend her to anyone

Highly recommend Kelly and her assistant Alex. They were professional, friendly and got the job done.

Kelly and Alex were very supportive during a difficult time. I appreciate their kindness and patience. Kelly doesn’t back down and will do a great job representing you.

I really like the way you helped me with the divorce process thanks to you and your staff, I will pass this information to my friends and family so that they can have a great lawyer like you. Thanks again.

Respectful and efficient staff. Kelly really knows her stuff and cares about her clients. Would definitely recommend.

I can't say enough good things about this firm. Probate was handled professionally and I was kept informed of how the order of probate was to be handled. All questions and concerns were addressed immediately. The Administrative Asst. (Alex) was such a blessing and easy to work with during this very emotional/stressful responsibility. Attorney Kelly Smith is very detailed oriented and worked well with some difficult situations during probate. I would highly recommend this firm for any legal needs.