Kelly Uebel
Founder, Background Legal Advisory
Kelly Uebel is the founder of Background Legal Advisory, where she provides strategic legal consulting to consumer reporting agencies and employers navigating the complexities of background screening compliance.
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Kelly focuses her practice on Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) compliance, program audits, contract review and risk management for regulated screening operations. She works closely with clients to design practical compliance programs that align legal requirements with real world business operations.
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Kelly is deeply familiar with the background screening industry, having worked for a variety of consumer reporting agencies in a legal and compliance capacity. She remains actively engaged in the Professional Background Screening Association (PBSA), including previously serving on the PBSA Board of Directors and as Chair. Kelly has helped several CRAs move through the PBSA Accreditation process, while providing guidance that reflects both regulatory requirements and evolving industry expectations.
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Her approach is business-first and solutions-oriented. Rather than offering theoretical legal advice, Kelly partners with clients to identify risk, strengthen policies and support sustainable growth in highly regulated environments. She is particularly experienced in advising consumer reporting agencies on operational compliance, audit readiness and accreditation-related requirements. Kelly also has deep experience partnering with employers providing guidance on complex processes and legislative trends, including fair chance laws.
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Kelly founded Background Legal Advisory to serve organizations that need clear, actionable guidance – not traditional law firm formality. Clients value her ability to translate complex regulatory obligations into practical steps that support both compliance and efficiency.
Who We Serve
Consumer Reporting Agencies
Operating a CRA means balancing growth with constant regulatory pressure. We partner with CRAs to help design compliant screening programs that stand up to scrutiny, strengthening compliance practices that scale with your business.
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Employers
Hiring decisions carry legal risk when screening processes fall out of alignment with Fair Credit Reporting Act, state and local requirements. We help employers implement compliant, consistent background screening practices without slowing down hiring.
Why Background Legal Advisory
Focused Expertise
We focus exclusively on compliance and risk in background screening – so our guidance is precise, relevant and current.
Practical,
Not Academic
You get clear answers and workable solutions, not dense legal theory.
Business- First Approach
We understand operational realities and tailor advice to how your business actually functions in addition to your risk tolerance.
Proactive Risk Management
We help you identify and address risk early-not just respond to the issues when they become a problem.
Start the Conversation
Whether you need a focused contract review, a full compliance audit, or ongoing compliance consulting and support, Background Legal Advisory is here to help.
Schedule a consultation to discuss your needs and next steps.