Portrait of Matthew J. Kelly

Matthew J. Kelly

Partner

Matthew Kelly focuses his practice on providing effective, efficient, and innovative legal healthcare solutions. He has spent his entire career working with providers from independent nonprofit to major healthcare systems, particularly in the area of senior housing and long-term care. Matthew’s clients rely on him to analyze complex healthcare operations matters and develop strategic approaches based on immediate and long-term goals.

To that end, Matthew collaborates closely with other Ice Miller attorneys to advocate for his clients in pre-litigation, litigation, alternative dispute resolution, and post-litigation matters, including circuit court, appellate court, and administrative hearing settings. In addition, Matthew uses his extensive experience navigating these issues to assist clients with implementation of best practices to protect their interests, minimize exposure, and maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of their operations.

Matthew’s practice includes addressing many of the unique issues that arise in the senior housing and long-term care realm, including:

    Education

    • University of Illinois (B.S., 2010)
    • Loyola University Chicago School of Law (J.D., Dean’s List, 2014)

    Admissions

    • Illinois

    Awards & Recognition

    • The Best Lawyers in America®, Health Care Law, 2026
    • The Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch®, Health Care Practice, 2025

    Community Involvement

    • Professional Board Member, PAWS Chicago

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