Atty. Karen Chalmers Coe

Atty. Karen Chalmers Coe

Ms. Karen Chalmers Coe is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, corporate law.

Washington Washington 31 yrs experience 31 year
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About Karen Chalmers Coe at a glance

Karen Chalmers Coe is a business and litigation attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1995) and District of Columbia (1996). Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 1995) and Smith College (B.A., 1976). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ms. Karen Chalmers Coe is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, corporate law
  • Karen received a B.A. degree from Smith College in 1976, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Karen practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Karen Chalmers Coe's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

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 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 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 Karen Chalmers Coe

Where is Karen Chalmers Coe's law office located?
Karen Chalmers Coe's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Karen Chalmers Coe handle?
Karen Chalmers Coe focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Karen Chalmers Coe practiced law?
Karen Chalmers Coe has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Karen Chalmers Coe go to law school?
Karen Chalmers Coe earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact Karen Chalmers Coe for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
George Washington University
- 1995
B.A.
Smith College
- 1976

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1995
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1996

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