She is licensed to practice law in North Carolina and South Carolina. A North Carolina native, Kelly completed her undergraduate education at Meredith College in Raleigh, where she was President of the Student Government Association, an Honors Scholar, and an active participant in the college’s many traditions. Prior to attending law school, Kelly earned a Masters degree in psychology from Wake Forest University. Kelly attended law school at Wake Forest University where she was Chief Justice of the Moot Court Board and Captain of the National Trial Team. While in law school, Kelly was active with the Junior League of Winston-Salem and was a volunteer coach for Girls on the Run.