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Kelly P. Dunbar

Appellate Practice

5.0 (1 reviews)
Washington, District of Columbia
21+ years experience
Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP
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Contact Information

2100 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20036
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Bio

Kelly P. Dunbar is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Appellate Practice.Kelly P., who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kelly P. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Kelly P. Dunbar is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Appellate Practice.Kelly P., who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kelly P. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Kelly P. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Practice Areas

Appellate Practice

Awards & Recognition

  • Recognized: Appellate Practice

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2026

Education

  • Yale University, J.D., graduated 2004

Reviews

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Nancy Baker

2 weeks ago

Exceptional Appellate Counsel for a Complex Regulatory Challenge

When our technology firm faced a daunting appellate challenge following an adverse regulatory ruling, we turned to Kelly Dunbar. Her deep expertise in appellate practice, honed over two decades, was immediately evident. Kelly possesses a rare ability to distill complex technical and legal arguments into a compelling narrative for the court. Her background from Yale Law School and her recognition by Best Lawyers were not just credentials on paper; they translated directly into a strategic advantage for our case. Kelly and her team at WilmerHale in Washington, D.C., conducted a meticulous review of the administrative record, identified subtle procedural errors, and crafted a masterful brief that focused on core jurisdictional questions. Throughout the process, she maintained a calm, assured presence, keeping us informed and involved without overwhelming us with legalese. The result was a complete reversal of the lower decision, a victory that preserved our operational viability. Kelly’s combination of intellectual rigor, practical judgment, and client-focused professionalism is truly outstanding. For any matter requiring sophisticated appellate advocacy, she is the first attorney I would recommend.

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