Kelly Ransom

Kelly Ransom: Experienced Intellectual Property Litigator in New Orleans, Louisiana

Based in New Orleans, Louisiana, Kelly Ransom is a seasoned attorney with over two decades of experience focusing on intellectual property litigation, energy and environmental law, and complex high-stakes litigation. With an impressive track record spanning from defending global financial technology providers to oil and gas companies in legacy litigation cases, Kelly stands out as one of the top performers in her field.

Primary Practice Areas

• Litigation - Patent
• Energy Law
• Oil and Gas Law
• Environmental Law
• Intellectual Property Litigation
• Energy and Environmental Litigation
• Complex High-Stakes Litigation

Educational Background

Kelly holds a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from Cumberland University, where she was actively involved in student organizations. Prior to her legal career, Kelly pursued an undergraduate degree at Rhodes College.

Professional Affiliations and Recognitions

• Maintains membership with the American Bar Association (ABA)
• Serves as a Member of the Executive Committee for the Center for American and International Law's Institute for Energy Law
• Served as Managing Editor for the longest-running publication, the Energy Law Advisor, from 2019 to 2023
• Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2026
• Awarded with multiple recognitions including Top Performing Patent Litigators representing defendants by Patexia's Intelligence Reports (e.g., 2024, 2025)
• Mentioned as a Rising Star by Thomson Reuters for Energy & Resources Law in 2021
• Named Woman of the Year by New Orleans CityBusiness twice—2016 and 2020
• Served on the Board of Directors for New Harmony High, a state-chartered public high school focused on coastal restoration education and preservation in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Current Affiliations

Kelly Ransom is affiliated with Kelly Hart & Hallman LLP, where she continues to deliver exceptional legal services. She actively participates in various committees and initiatives aimed at furthering the expertise within the firm.

Throughout her career, Kelly has maintained a strong commitment to community service and education, particularly focusing on coastal restoration and preservation through her involvement with New Harmony High School.