Kelly A. Burgy
Partner
Kelly A. Burgy focuses her practice on estate and trust planning and administration. She thoughtfully drafts essential estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, advance medical directives, and financial powers of attorney, ensuring that every client’s unique goals and needs are met. With a compassionate approach, Kelly guides individuals and families through the estate and trust administration process, alleviating the legal and administrative burdens so they can concentrate on healing after the loss of a loved one.
A Howard County, Maryland native, Kelly earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Miami before graduating from Georgetown University Law Center. Early in her career, she represented employees in federal class action lawsuits over wage and hour disputes. Seeking a more personal connection with clients, she transitioned to estates and trusts to provide individualized attention and build meaningful, ongoing relationships.
Kelly finds great fulfillment in tailoring estate plans to meet her clients’ unique wishes while maximizing tax efficiency. She values staying up to date on the latest legal developments and techniques to better serve clients. Kelly’s passion for her work and dedication to her clients make her a trusted advisor for planning and navigating life’s most important transitions.
Practice Areas
Bar / Court Admissions
- Maryland
- District of Columbia
Professional Associations
- Anne Arundel Bar Association
- Maryland State Bar Association
- District of Columbia Bar Association
- National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
- Women’s Bar Association
- Anne Arundel Estate Planning Council
- Wealth Counsel
Education
- Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 2018)
- University of Miami (B.S.E., 2015)
Honors / Awards
- Super Lawyers – 2024
- What’s Up? Annapolis Magazine Leading Lawyer 2024-2025
Community Involvement
- Homeless Persons Representation Project, Inc. – Pro bono criminal record expungements
- Kids In Need of Defense – Pro bono representation of minors seeking asylum in the United States
“Supporting clients through the estate planning process is so much more than just drafting documents; it’s about helping them make informed decisions that protect their loved ones and their legacy. Guiding them on that collaborative journey with understanding is what it’s all about.”