Evan Kelly

Evan Kelly is a distinguished criminal defense attorney located in Downingtown, Pennsylvania. He has successfully represented a wide range of clients, from professional athletes to elected officials, in high-profile criminal cases. Mr. Kelly is highly rated, having achieved a perfect "10" rating on AVVO, and was recognized as one of the top 100 criminal defense attorneys in Pennsylvania by the National Trial Lawyers from 2014 to 2019. Additionally, he ranks among the top 10 Criminal Defense Attorneys in the state as per the American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys.

Named a SUPERLAWYER from 2017 to 2019, Mr. Kelly is certified by the Pennsylvania Bar Association to handle death penalty cases and has managed several significant murder cases. His extensive experience includes representing hundreds of clients facing charges related to political corruption, drug trafficking, violent offenses, federal RICO statutes, Megan's Law violations, and white-collar theft.

Mr. Kelly's career began with prominent roles in public service after graduating from law school. He served as an Assistant District Attorney in the Chester County District Attorney's Office from 2000 to 2003. Later, he was appointed Chief Counsel of Oversight and Investigations in the United States Senate under Republican Chairman Senator Arlen Specter. In 2010, he also served as Treasurer for Senator Specter's campaign.