Education & Admissions
Activities
- Real Estate, Housing, and Land Use Section of the D.C. Bar Association
- D.C. Bar Association
- Treasurer, National Black Prosecutors Association Foundation
Jennifer Friend-Kelly
Contact
PRACTICE FOCUS
Jennifer Friend-Kelly’s practice in real estate law emphasizes resolving landlord-tenant disputes, specifically, representing landlords of all sizes in residential and commercial litigation. Her representation also includes lease drafting, resolving Fair Housing disputes, and prosecuting breach of lease actions. In addition, Ms. Friend-Kelly spent several years managing affordable housing sites. She has experience with Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) properties, recertifications, and lease disputes.
"I became a lawyer to be an advocate and that is exactly what our clients need – someone who will advance their position, work to resolve their issues within the confines of the law, and ensure they are fully informed every step of the way."
— Jennifer Friend-Kelly
PREVIOUS WORK
Prior to joining Offit Kurman, Ms. Friend-Kelly worked as a prosecutor at both the Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia and the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office. She has tried numerous cases including both bench and jury trials.
PRESENTATIONS
- “How to be a Residential Landlord in 2021: Facing the New Reality – Part II” - D.C. Bar Speaker Series, February 22, 2021
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