Kelsey Pelagalli

Banking and Finance Law

5.0 (1 reviews)

Washington, District of Columbia

7+ years experience

Goodwin

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

202-346-4000

https://www.goodwinlaw.com/en/people/p/pelagalli-kelsey

1900 N Street, NW, Washington, DC 20036

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Bio

Kelsey Pelagalli is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law, Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law, Financial Services Regulation Law and Litigation - Banking and Finance.Kelsey, 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 Kelsey is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Kelsey Pelagalli is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law, Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law, Financial Services Regulation Law and Litigation - Banking and Finance.Kelsey, 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 Kelsey is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Kelsey Pelagalli is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law, Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law, Financial Services Regulation Law and Litigation - Banking and Finance. Kelsey, 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 Kelsey is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Practice Areas

Banking and Finance Law

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Banking and Finance Law
Recognized: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
Recognized: Financial Services Regulation Law
Recognized: Litigation - Banking and Finance

Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2026

Education

The George Washington University, J.D., graduated 2018

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Reviews

Barbara Allen

2 weeks ago

Expert Guidance Through a Complex ERISA Fiduciary Review

Our company faced a daunting Department of Labor inquiry regarding our employee benefit plan's fiduciary compliance. We engaged Kelsey Pelagalli at Goodwin, and her counsel was nothing short of exceptional. Her deep, practical knowledge of ERISA law, honed over seven years and recognized by Best Lawyers, was immediately apparent. Kelsey didn't just recite regulations; she translated complex financial services and employee benefits concepts into clear, actionable strategies for our leadership team. She expertly navigated the intersection of banking regulations and our plan's investment structure, anticipating regulatory concerns we hadn't even identified. Her professionalism and meticulous preparation instilled confidence during every interaction. Thanks to Kelsey's strategic guidance, we achieved a highly favorable resolution without litigation. For any matter touching financial services regulation or employee benefits in D.C., she is an invaluable asset.