KELLI HOLMES
Adams
Summary
Dynamic attorney with extensive experience at Tarpy, Cox, Fleishman & Leveille, P.L.L.C., specializing in financial analysis and contract restructuring. Proven track record in resolving disputes and enhancing operational viability for distressed businesses. Adept at legal research and case management, delivering impactful results through strategic oversight and effective communication.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Attorney
TARPY, COX, FLEISHMAN & LEVEILLE, P.L.L.C.
Knoxville
11.2024 - Current
- Facilitated mediation between distressed local business owners and creditors to broker consensual reorganization plans, promoting sustainable business recovery.
- Contract Restructuring: Renegotiate problematic vendor agreements and supply contracts to immediately reduce overhead and preserve cash flow.
- Asset & Lease Management: Resolve commercial lease defaults, landlord disputes, and real estate encumbrances to protect critical business locations.
- Monitored daily debtor operations, reviewed proofs of claim, and submitted status reports to the Bankruptcy Court, ensuring compliance and transparency in bankruptcy proceedings.
- Financial Analysis: Audit accounting, tax filings, and cash-flow projections to evaluate the long-term operational viability of main-street enterprises.
Legal Assistant
THE LAW OFFICES OF MAYER & NEWTON
Knoxville
03.2023 - Current
- Navigated intake management system for high volume consumer bankruptcy practice (Clio Grow), conducted legal research, and drafted legal documents for Chapters 7 and 13 to support clients' legal needs.
- Managed case files and organized legal documents for attorneys.
- Assisted in preparing legal briefs and court filings for litigation.
- Coordinated client communications and scheduled appointments for consultations.
Teacher's Assistant for Torts
LINCOLN MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY DUNCAN SCHOOL OF LAW
Knoxville
08.2022 - Current
- Conducted instructional meetings with law students for the subject of torts, graded and provided feedback for practice hypothetical scenarios.
Legal Clerk
TARPY, COX, FLEISHMAN & LEVEILLE, P.L.L.C.
Knoxville
03.2023 - 11.2024
- Bankruptcy: Drafted and filed Chapters 7, 11, and 13 petitions, facilitated 341 meetings, and litigated related motions to support clients' financial recovery.
- Civil Litigation: Managed breach of contract, conversion, civil conspiracy, and FLSA default judgment cases to achieve favorable outcomes for clients.
- Estate Planning: Researched and drafted wills and trust amendments, and developed fiduciary duty briefs to ensure compliance and protect client interests.
Judicial Intern to the Hon. Suzanne H. Bauknight
UNITED STATES BANKRUPTCY COURT, EASTERN DISTRICT OF TENNESSEE
Knoxville
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Legal research to assess cases for probable outcomes for discussion with Judge Bauknight and her law clerk; assembled and organized submissions by parties and preparation of bench memoranda for reaffirmation agreements, plan confirmations, stay relief motions, and dischargeability of tax debts; drafted judicial decisions for Chapter 7 adversarial proceeding of nondischargeable debt; prepared for and attended Chapter 7, 11, and 13 hearings with follow-up chambers discussions
- Researched case law to support judicial opinions and rulings.
- Drafted legal memoranda for ongoing bankruptcy cases and proceedings.
- Assisted in preparing courtroom materials for hearings and trials.
Geolocation Operator/Trainer
MISSION ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL, LLC
Augusta
07.2018 - 05.2020
- Supported overseas contingency operations in two theatres during CONUS deployment; mentored trainees in geolocation under time-sensitive, high-ops-tempo conditions.
- Developed training materials for operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Facilitated hands-on training sessions for new operators on equipment usage.
- Evaluated trainee performance and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
Training Program Manager
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
Anchorage
11.2016 - 08.2018
- Managed target and language-specific databases and working aids for mission exploitation and knowledge sharing; trained and mentored military members from diverse backgrounds in multiple certifications.
Operations Supervisor
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
Anchorage
11.2016 - 08.2018
- Provided mission guidance for linguists, imagery analysts, and reporters, ensuring effective daily operations and production of specialized language analysis products.
Russian Linguist
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
Anchorage
07.2012 - 08.2018
- Exploited thousands of hours of target intelligence data and relayed adversary threat intelligence to the President of the United States and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
Education
Juris Doctor -
LINCOLN MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY DUNCAN SCHOOL OF LAW
Knoxville, Tennessee05-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND GC
Largo, Maryland05-2019
Associate of Liberal Arts - Russian
DEFENSE LANGUAGE INSTITUTE
Monterey, California05-2014
Associate of Arts - Intelligence Studies and Technology
COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF THE AIR FORCE
San Antonio, Texas05-2014
Skills
- Litigation strategy
- Commercial litigation
- Case management
- Financial analysis
- Financial analysis
- Asset management
- Case management
References
- Shanna Veach, Clerk for Chief United States Bankruptcy Judge, 865.335.1273, Suzanne_bauknight@tneb.uscourts.gov
- Tiffany DiIorio, Trial Attorney for Office of the United States Trustee, U.S. Department of Justice, 865.545.4754, Tiffany.diiorio@usdoj.gov
- Lynn Tarpy, Founding Member Tarpy, Cox, Fleishman, & Leveille, 865.588.1096, ltarpy@tcflattorneys.com
Awards
- Outstanding Brief Award, Duberstein Bankruptcy Moot Court Competition, 05/24
- CALI Excellence for the Future Award in Bankruptcy Law, 05/23
- CALI Excellence for the Future Award in Domestic Relations, 12/23
- Nominee, American College of Bankruptcy, Distinguished Law Student for the Sixth Circuit, 01/24
- Air Force Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance Agency Airman of the Year, 2017
Timeline
Attorney
TARPY, COX, FLEISHMAN & LEVEILLE, P.L.L.C.
11.2024 - Current
Legal Assistant
THE LAW OFFICES OF MAYER & NEWTON
03.2023 - Current
Legal Clerk
TARPY, COX, FLEISHMAN & LEVEILLE, P.L.L.C.
03.2023 - 11.2024
Teacher's Assistant for Torts
LINCOLN MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY DUNCAN SCHOOL OF LAW
08.2022 - Current
Judicial Intern to the Hon. Suzanne H. Bauknight
UNITED STATES BANKRUPTCY COURT, EASTERN DISTRICT OF TENNESSEE
05.2022 - 07.2022
Geolocation Operator/Trainer
MISSION ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL, LLC
07.2018 - 05.2020
Training Program Manager
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
11.2016 - 08.2018
Operations Supervisor
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
11.2016 - 08.2018
Russian Linguist
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
07.2012 - 08.2018
Juris Doctor -
LINCOLN MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY DUNCAN SCHOOL OF LAW
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND GC
Associate of Liberal Arts - Russian
DEFENSE LANGUAGE INSTITUTE
Associate of Arts - Intelligence Studies and Technology
COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF THE AIR FORCE