Atty. Dena Sloan Kessler

Atty. Dena Sloan Kessler

Dena Sloan Kessler is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, restructuring and creditors' rights. Dena Sloan received a degree from Tufts University in 2001, and has been licensed for 17 years.

Washington Washington 17 yrs experience 17 year
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About Dena Sloan Kessler at a glance

Dena Sloan Kessler is an Associate based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Baker And Hostetler Llp. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Virginia (2009) and District of Columbia U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of Virginia U.S. Bankruptcy Court, West (2011). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 2009) and Tufts University (B.A Tufts, 2001). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Dena Sloan Kessler is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, restructuring and creditors' rights
  • Dena Sloan received a degree from Tufts University in 2001, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • Dena Sloan practices at Baker & Hostetler LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Dena Sloan Kessler's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dena Sloan Kessler 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

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Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Dena Sloan Kessler

Where is Dena Sloan Kessler's law office located?
Dena Sloan Kessler's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Baker And Hostetler Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dena Sloan Kessler handle?
Dena Sloan Kessler focuses on bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Dena Sloan Kessler practiced law?
Dena Sloan Kessler has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Dena Sloan Kessler go to law school?
Dena Sloan Kessler earned their education at (J.D., 2009); (B.A Tufts, 2001).
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Education

J.D.
University of Virginia School of Law
- 2009
B.A Tufts
Tufts University
- 2001

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 2009
District of Columbia U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of Virginia U.S. Bankruptcy Court, West
Admitted: 2011

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