Atty. David Gerald Karlen

Atty. David Gerald Karlen

David Gerald Karlen is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy. David received a B.A. degree from Southern Methodist University in 1984, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Dallas Dallas 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About David Gerald Karlen at a glance

David Gerald Karlen is a bankruptcy attorney based in Dallas, Texas. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Admitted to practice in Washington (1994) and Texas (1994). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D., 1991) and Southern Methodist University (B.A., 1984). Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • David Gerald Karlen is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy
  • David received a B.A. degree from Southern Methodist University in 1984, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • David practices in Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

David Gerald Karlen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Gerald Karlen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Dallas are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is David Gerald Karlen's law office located?
David Gerald Karlen's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Gerald Karlen handle?
David Gerald Karlen focuses on bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has David Gerald Karlen practiced law?
David Gerald Karlen has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did David Gerald Karlen go to law school?
David Gerald Karlen earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1984).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
- 1991
B.A.
Southern Methodist University
- 1984

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1994
Texas
Admitted: 1994

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