Communications Strategist: Law, Policy, & Politics

About

Hi, I’m Kellye!

 

As a Communications professional with a Law degree,

I admit that it’s sometimes hard for my clients to figure me out. The #1 question I’m asked is “Why did you leave the law profession?” My answer is always “Oh, but I didn’t!”

A good legal professional must master many creative forms of communication. Just like a communications/marketing professional, one must develop thorough research skills, creative problem solving, and a deliverable that makes sense to the client—regardless of whether they’re an expert in the field or the average person.

That’s exactly what I do. I just use my creative mind in a very analytical space to deliver practical results.

From developing communications initiatives and marketing collateral for law firms and other corporate spaces, to drafting articles on policy changes for nonprofits, it is my job to turn dense, industry-specific jargon into reader-friendly content.

With the capacity to effectively influence public perceptions—along with my proven history of developing trusting and lasting key relationships—I am prepared to substantially impact the success of your business.

 

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Kellye E. Beathea, J.D.

Kellye considers the worlds of both communications and law to be essential parts of an institution’s promotional and awareness strategy. With degrees in both fields, Kellye has developed the habit of catering her services to what an organization or individual needs from her, making her uniquely equipped to help you in your business endeavors.

The Communications Strategist

As an experienced Communications Strategist, Kellye has enjoyed over 10 years of providing creative and legal writing services to various employers in the Washington, D.C/Baltimore area. She has an extensive background in working for the nonprofit/public sector, as well as the corporate setting. She is highly skilled in creating materials that are in sync with meeting the goals of internal and external communications strategies.

Highlights include the following:

  • Leading a team of marketing researchers in updating the profile of a top litigation partner recognized in The Best Lawyers in America

  • Managing the social media accounts of New York Times Best Selling author, Wes Moore

  • Completing a congressional internship under the late Rep. Elijah E. Cummings (MD-07)

  • Part of the research/writing team for the first edition of Professor Emeritus Byron L. Warnken’s Maryland Criminal Procedure treatise

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The Commentator and speaker

Kellye is a proud [DM]V native who prides herself in being a full-bodied sommelier of wine and sensibility, a die-hard lover of law, politics & culture, a ravenous connoisseur of common sense, and a bastion of #BlackGirlMagic. Her personal speaking and writing style aims to make things make sense—from being practical about politics, to thinking critically about our culture.

Media appearances include the following:

  • Roland Martin Unfiltered (daily digital news show)

  • Hip Politics Podcast

  • BlackWithNoChaser.com (online magazine)

  • The Mike and Donny Show (Fox Soul Network)

  • The Maryland Daily Record (legal newspaper)

  • Diverse: Issues In Higher Education (online magazine)

 

Education

UNIVERSITY OF BALTIMORE SCHOOL OF LAW
Juris Doctor

BOWIE STATE UNIVERSITY
B.S., Communications

 

Activities & Affiliations

  • National Council of Negro Women, Member

  • Black Law Student Association, Past Regional Marketing & Communications Specialist

  • Young Democrats, Member