Kelsey Duckett
Awarded Practice Areas
Biography
Kelsey B. Duckett is an attorney with Harris Shelton PLLC in Memphis, Tennessee. Her practice includes Health Care Law, Nonprofit / Charities Law, and Trusts and Estates. She has been recognized by Best Lawyers for her work in these areas.
Kelsey advises individuals, health care organizations, and nonprofit entities on a range of legal matters, including business formation, governance considerations, and planning for the future. She works with clients to address practical legal issues and help them navigate regulatory and organizational requirements.
Kelsey’s interest in the legal field began during her undergraduate studies when she took Constitutional Law as an elective course. Studying how courts interpret and apply the Constitution sparked her interest in pursuing a legal career. She later gained valuable experience working at AutoZone, Inc., where she assisted with drafting and reviewing contracts and vendor agreements and helped monitor trademark registrations.
During an externship with Regional One Health, Kelsey conducted research related to medical malpractice claims and prepared case and deposition summaries. These experiences contributed to her understanding of the legal and regulatory issues that can affect health care organizations and businesses.
Overview
- Spelman College, B.A., graduated 2014
- The University of Memphis, J.D., graduated 2018
- Tennessee, Tennessee Bar Association, 2019
- Association for Women Attorneys - Board Member 2022-2024
- Greater Memphis Chamber Young Professionals Council - Member
- Memphis Area Legal Services - Member
- Memphis Bar Association - Young Lawyers Division Board Member 2023
- Memphis Professional Development Program - Member
- Memphis Urban League Young Professionals - Member
- National Bar Association – Ben F. Jones Chapter - Member
- Tennessee Bar Association - Member
- Tennessee, Tennessee Bar Association, 2019
- Association for Women Attorneys - Board Member 2022-2024
- Greater Memphis Chamber Young Professionals Council - Member
- Memphis Area Legal Services - Member
- Memphis Bar Association - Young Lawyers Division Board Member 2023
- Memphis Professional Development Program - Member
- Memphis Urban League Young Professionals - Member
- National Bar Association – Ben F. Jones Chapter - Member
- Tennessee Bar Association - Member
- Spelman College, B.A., graduated 2014
- The University of Memphis, J.D., graduated 2018
Client Testimonials
Awards & Focus
- Health Care Law
- Nonprofit / Charities Law
- Trusts and Estates
Additional Information
- Civic and Community Involvement
Junior Achievement, Volunteer
- Publicity
Greater Memphis Chamber Young Memphis Class of 2020
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