Atty. Kara M. Ariail

Atty. Kara M. Ariail

Kara M. Ariail is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment.

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Profile Summary

About Kara M. Ariail at a glance

Kara M. Ariail is a employment and litigation attorney based in Tysons, Virginia, practicing at Holland & Knight LLP. Educated at William & Mary Law School (J.D., 2001). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Serands clients in Tysons, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Kara M. Ariail is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment
  • Kara M., who practices law in Tysons, Virginia, has been recognized since 2024
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kara M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Kara M. Ariail's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kara M. Ariail 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.

Kara M. Ariail is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Virginia →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Kara M. Ariail is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Virginia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Kara M. Ariail

Where is Kara M. Ariail's law office located?
Kara M. Ariail's law practice is located in Tysons, Virginia. The firm is Holland & Knight LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kara M. Ariail handle?
Kara M. Ariail focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
Where did Kara M. Ariail go to law school?
Kara M. Ariail earned their education at (J.D., 2001).
How can I contact Kara M. Ariail for a consultation?
You can contact Kara M. Ariail directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Kara M. Ariail received?
Kara M. Ariail's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment.

Education

J.D.
William & Mary Law School
- 2001

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026

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