Attorneys Profile
Michelle Thomas-Nelson
Michelle Thomas-Nelson is the Founder and Principal Attorney of Michelle Thomas & Associates, a full-service law firm dedicated to providing ethical, strategic, and client-focused legal services across Jamaica.
She was called to the Jamaican Bar in December 2015 and holds an Honours degree from the University of the West Indies, Cave Hill. Michelle is a graduate of the Norman Manley Law School and earned a Master of Laws (LLM)from the University of East London in 2025. Her legal practice spans Criminal and Civil Litigation, Real Estate, Personal Injury, Family Law, Estate Management and Administration, and Commercial Litigation.
Beyond her legal practice, Michelle has demonstrated a longstanding commitment to youth advocacy and civic leadership. She previously served on Jamaica’s first Youth Advisory Council and held leadership roles within both the Caribbean Regional Youth Council and the Commonwealth Youth Council.
Michelle’s contributions have been recognized locally and internationally. She is a recipient of the Prime Minister’s Youth Award for Volunteerism (2017) and was named a finalist for the Commonwealth Youth Awards for Excellence in Development Work (2017). In 2025, she was featured in World Women Leaders Magazine for her work in bringing clarity and justice to complex real estate matters in Jamaica.
Michelle currently serves as the Councillor for the Duhaney Park Division, St. Andrew Western, where she is committed to principled leadership, community development, and responsive local governance. In public office, she continues to advocate for access to justice, social equity, and meaningful community engagement.
Jezelle Hickling
Jezelle Hickling is a dedicated and results-driven attorney at Michelle Thomas & Associates. She obtained her Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from the University of the West Indies, where she built a strong foundation in legal principles and advocacy. She then pursued her legal education at the Norman Manley Law School, earning her certification as an attorney.
During her time at law school, Jezelle interned at Michelle Thomas & Associates, where she gained invaluable hands-on experience and honed her skills in legal research, client advocacy, and case management. Her commitment and aptitude led to her official call to the Bar in January 2024, after which she joined the firm as a full-time attorney.
Beyond her legal career, Jezelle has a passion for dancing, event planning, and fostering strong workplace engagement. She believes in the power of teamwork and actively contributes to creating a positive and collaborative work environment. Jezelle is committed to delivering exceptional legal representation and continuously expanding her expertise to better serve her clients.
Fisayo Otokola
Fisayo Otokola Esq. is a Nigerian born legal practitioner, licensed to practice law in Nigeria and in Jamaica. Mr. Otokola has over 13 years of experience at the Ekiti State Judiciary, Nigeria, where he advanced from the position of a Clerical Officer to Senior Registrar. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in History and International Studies, a Bachelor of Laws and Council of Legal Education Certificate from the Nigerian Law School, Legal Education Certificate from Eugene Dupuch Law School, Bahamas.
He did his Six-Months Transitional Programme’s Law Office Placement at Michelle Thomas and Associates and thereafter became an Associate Attorney. Fisayo Otokola was recently admitted to the bar in Jamaica on the 17th of October, 2024. His practice areas include: Criminal, Civil, Corporate and Commercial, Probate, Conveyancing and Personal Injury. He’s an associate member of the Institute of Chartered Mediators and Conciliators (ICMC ) Nigeria, member of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA)and member of the Jamaica Bar Association.(JAMBAR).
Ashley Kelly
Ashley Kelly is an Attorney-at-Law who was called to the Bar in December 2024. She pursued her legal studies at the University of the West Indies, Mona, where she obtained a Bachelor of Laws (Honours), and subsequently completed her professional legal training at the Norman Manley Law School, earning her Legal Education Certificate.
Ashley’s areas of practice include Family Law, Conveyancing and Real Property, Personal Injury, and Probate. She is committed to providing practical, client-focused legal solutions and approaches each matter with professionalism, diligence, and attention to detail.
Ketra-Loy Kennedy
Ketra-Loy Kennedy is a graduate of the University of the West Indies Mona where she earned her Bachelor of Laws Degree (with Honours). She was called to the Jamaican Bar in December 2024 after successfully obtaining her Legal Education Certificate from the Norman Manley Law School. She is also a member of the Jamaican Bar Association.
Ketra-Loy maintains a diverse practice, offering representation across several key areas including Civil and Criminal Litigation, Conveyance/ Real Estate and Labour Relations, Administration & settlement of Estate and Personal Injury. She also has experience with Commercial transactions and Data Privacy matters. She is an alumna of the Montego Bay High School (for Girls) where she served as Vice President of the Student’s Council Association.
Beyond the courtroom Ketra-Loy is passionate about professional growth and social responsibility. As an active member of WISE Network Inc., an international organization dedicated to the empowerment of women, children and the wider community, she contributes to a global sisterhood that promotes personal and professional growth, entrepreneurship, wellness, and meaningful community engagement.
Ketra-Loy is committed to handling every client’s case with care, precision and integrity, delivering effective and reliable representation.