Hi! I'm Amanda Jelks (formerly known as Amanda Ray). Thanks for taking the time to learn more about me and my firm.
As a Chattanooga native, I pursued my undergraduate studies at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga at Chattanooga and my law degree at the University of Memphis, both on academic scholarships. During my final year of law school, I had the distinct pleasure of working with the corporate legal department of an airline. Following my graduation, I spent five formative years at a prominent regional firm where I handled complex business matters.
Leslie A. Starritt joined the firm in 2020 bringing seven years of estate planning, elder law, and Medicaid planning experience to the firm. As a Tennessee native, Leslie attended the University of Tennessee College of Law near her hometown of Maryville, TN. After her first year of practicing law, she relocated to London, England and later to Gloucester, Massachusetts where she lived and practiced law for seven years. Leslie has extensive experience in developing estate plans that look at the entire family and ensure that no stone goes unturned.
Hello! I’m Eva Brunk, and I bring a wealth of experience to my role as Intake Coordinator at Jelks Law. Since joining the team in 2019, I have leveraged my diverse background in banking, advertising, and trade association management to effectively coordinate client intake processes with precision and care.
Hello! I’m Kelly Costa, and I proudly serve as the Office Manager at Jelks Law, a role I stepped into following my promotion from paralegal. I have been part of the Jelks Law team since October 2019, dedicating myself to supporting our team and ensuring our office runs seamlessly.
As the administrative assistant at Jelks Law, Erin is one of the friendly faces clients meet when they walk through the door. She brings a sharp eye for detail and a natural knack for organization to every part of the firm’s day-to-day operations, helping things run smoothly behind the scenes.
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Hi, I’m Ali Williams, and I’m the Estate Planning Paralegal at Jelks Law. I joined the legal field in 2022, and I’ve found a true passion in helping clients navigate some of the most personal and important decisions of their lives. I pride myself on being approachable, adaptable, and supportive—strong client communication is at the heart of everything I do.
Hello! I’m Avery Blanchard, the Probate Paralegal at Jelks Law. I joined this incredible team in September of 2024 and couldn’t be happier to contribute to our mission: providing peace of mind and supporting our clients through some of the challenges life can throw at us. I’m proud to play a role in making that journey a little easier.