FEATURE: KELLY HYMAN

KELLY HYMAN

From child actress to successful lawyer, and from political commentator, and pundit, Kelly Hyman remains a determined changemaker.

Kelly has created a notable name for herself in the worlds of politics and law as a female voice in an often male dominated spaces. Her unconventional and multi-faceted background began in Hollywood and landed in a courtroom. Her strong will has allowed her to break barriers and succeed within each path she takes.

Born in Miami Beach, Florida, Kelly was raised by a single mother where she spent most of her childhood in New York City and Los Angeles. The Australian-American began her career at a very young age, debuting in commercials and Off-Broadway plays in the 80’s. After being nominated for a Youth-in-Film Award, she appeared in television shows, including The Young and the Restless and Gettin’ There, as well as the comedy film Doin’ Time On Planet Earth. Once Kelly arrived at UCLA for college, she decided to switch her career. After a successful internship at the Office of Presidential Inquiries at The White House, she decided to pursue law and politics, where her drive, dedication, and professional abilities fit in most. Kelly graduated with a B.A. in Communications from UCLA and was awarded her Juris Doctor degree cum laude from the University of Florida, Levin College of Law. She then decided to move back to home and begin her career as an attorney in Miami Beach.

As a third-generation lawyer, Kelly has been able to achieve her dreams of advocating for others and making a difference in people’s lives. Hyman worked as an attorney for various law firms, including Kozyak, Tropin, & Throckmorton and Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley, PA. She was also a clerk to former District Court Judge Brian Sandoval and became licensed to practice in Florida, California, Colorado, and Washington D.C. From 2017-18, Hyman also served as President of the Palm Beach Federal Bar Association.

Hyman’s leadership skills and case-winning abilities ultimately led her to start her own firm, The Hyman Law Firm, located in West Palm Beach, Florida. Specializing in mass tort litigation and class-action lawsuits, she has representied hundreds of claimants involving water contamination, tobacco, and transvaginal mesh and bladder slings - including products sold by Bard, Coloplast, Johnson & Johnson/Ethicon, Mentor, Boston Scientific, AMS, and ARIS. She’s been awarded the status of a Martindale-Hubbell AV-rated attorney, and in 2021 became a Lawdragon Leading Plaintiff Lawyer. Using her platform as a successful attorney, Kelly has taken on cases from sex trafficking to police brutality as she continuously advocates for those whose voices are not always heard in and out of the courtroom.

Kelly has also made a name for herself as a legal and political commentator, regularly appearing on Fox News, BBC, ABC, Newsmax, and Court TV. As a lifelong Democrat, she’s volunteered for President Obama’s election and re-election, as well as a poll watcher to protect voters’ rights. She’s continuously used her platform to try to bridge the political divide and lift women’s voices. This led her to be dubbed a “Modern Day Erin Brockovich” by Forbes, which commended her for “her ability to communicate the intricacies of law and politics in an accessible manner to the average American.”

She often uses her acting experience to get through stressful on-camera moments. When giving her expert opinion on issues from the Harvey Weinstein trial, to the 2020 Presidential

Election, Hyman uses her improvisation skills to deliver her message clearly, concisely, and professionally.

In June 2021, Kelly showcased her vast political and legal knowledge and released a book entitled, Build Back Better: The First 100 Days of the Biden Administration, and Beyond. This brief guide reviews the Administration’s actions in comparision with the President’s promises as a candidate, as well as detailing his actions when it comes to healthcare, the COVID-19 pandemic, gun safety, and environmental policy. ing citizens who have been harmed, she continually stands her political ground in front of large television audiences. She continues to fight for others, lift muted voices, and stay mindful and present throughout her journey.

Kelly Hyman has become a strong example for women and girls to stay determined and focus on their dreams, no matter the obstacle. From taking on corporations and banks to represent-