Atty. Ellen Kohn

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.

Washington Washington 47 Years Experience 47 year
Call (443) 909-4791

Profile Summary

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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  • 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 Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Employment Contracts

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Ellen Kohn

Where is Ellen Kohn's law office located?
Ellen Kohn's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Steptoe Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ellen Kohn handle?
Ellen Kohn focuses on employment, tax, employment contracts, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Ellen Kohn practiced law?
Ellen Kohn has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Ellen Kohn go to law school?
Ellen Kohn earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact Ellen Kohn for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Ellen Kohn received?
Ellen Kohn's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Pennsylvania Law School
- 1979
B.A.
Brown University
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1979

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