Atty. Ellen Kohn
Ellen Kohn is a lawyer practicing employee benefits/erisa and executive compensation, erisa, labor & employment, erisa/employee benefits/litigation/executive compensation and 3 other areas of law. Ellen received a B.A. degree from Brown University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years.
Employee Benefits/ERISA and Executive Compensation & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 47+ Years Experience
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About Ellen Kohn at a Glance
Ellen Kohn is an Of Counsel based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Steptoe Llp. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on employment, tax, employment contracts, and litigation. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1979). Educated at University of Pennsylvania Law School (J.D., 1979) and Brown University (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Ellen Kohn
- Ellen Kohn is a lawyer practicing employee benefits/erisa and executive compensation, erisa, labor & employment, erisa/employee benefits/litigation/executive compensation and 3 other areas of law
- Ellen received a B.A. degree from Brown University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
- Ellen practices at Steptoe LLP in Washington, DC
Practice Areas Explained
Ellen Kohn's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ellen Kohn handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
Employment Law in Washington
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Tax Law in Washington
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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Employment Contracts in Washington
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Civil Litigation in Washington
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Washington
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 venue, 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.
Washington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Washington-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Washington Choose Ellen Kohn
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Ellen Kohn's practice in the field of employment, tax, employment contracts, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Ellen Kohn brings 47+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, tax, and employment contracts, Ellen Kohn can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means Ellen Kohn attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Ellen Kohn Handles in Washington
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