Atty. Karen Dever

Atty. Karen Dever

Karen Dever is a lawyer practicing criminal law, family law, domestic relations and 1 other area of law. Karen received a B.S.J. degree from Suffolk University in 1988, and has been licensed for 33 years.

Boston Boston 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About Karen Dever at a glance

Karen Dever is a Member based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Dever & Dever. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and family law. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1993). Educated at Suffolk University (J.D., 1993) and Suffolk University (B.S.J., 1988). Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Karen Dever is a lawyer practicing criminal law, family law, domestic relations and 1 other area of law
  • Karen received a B.S.J. degree from Suffolk University in 1988, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Karen practices at Dever & Dever in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Karen Dever's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Karen Dever

Where is Karen Dever's law office located?
Karen Dever's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Dever & Dever. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Karen Dever handle?
Karen Dever focuses on criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Karen Dever practiced law?
Karen Dever has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Karen Dever go to law school?
Karen Dever earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.S.J., 1988).
How can I contact Karen Dever for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Suffolk University
- 1993
B.S.J.
Suffolk University
- 1988

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1993

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