Kelly Turner
About Kelly Turner
Kelly Turner is a Senior Counsel at the American Arbitration Association, where she has worked since 2019. She holds a JD from Boston University School of Law and an AB in International Relations from Brown University, and has extensive experience in complex class action lawsuits, consumer fraud cases, and financial services litigation.
Work at American Arbitration Association
Kelly Turner has been serving as Senior Counsel at the American Arbitration Association since 2019. In this role, she is involved in arbitration and mediation processes, providing legal expertise in complex disputes. Prior to her current position, she held the role of Vice President at the same organization from 2013 to 2019. During her tenure, she contributed to the development of arbitration policies and practices, enhancing the organization’s reputation in the field of alternative dispute resolution.
Education and Expertise
Kelly Turner earned her Juris Doctor (JD) from Boston University School of Law, where she studied from 1990 to 1993. She also holds an A.B. in International Relations from Brown University, completed from 1984 to 1988. Her educational background supports her extensive expertise in handling complex class action lawsuits, consumer fraud cases, and antitrust disputes across various court systems.
Background
Kelly Turner began her education at Ransom Everglades School, where she completed high school from 1980 to 1984. Following her undergraduate studies at Brown University, she pursued her law degree at Boston University. Her professional career includes significant roles at Locke Lord LLP, where she served as Of Counsel and previously as Partner at Locke Lord Bissell & Liddell LLP. Her background includes substantial experience in litigation related to the payment card industry and financial services.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Kelly Turner has developed a comprehensive background in handling complex legal matters, particularly in class action lawsuits and consumer fraud. She has also dealt with antitrust and business tort disputes in various court settings, including state, federal, and bankruptcy courts. Her involvement in litigation related to the payment card industry and her experience with financial services, including insurance and mortgage loan servicing, highlight her legal acumen.