Atty. Karen Kotecki

Atty. Karen Kotecki

Atty. Karen Kotecki is a lawyer practicing corporate law, criminal law, civil rights law.

Milwaukee Milwaukee 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Karen Kotecki at a glance

Karen Kotecki is a criminal defense, business, and civil rights attorney based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1985), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin (1985), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin (1985). Educated at Marquette University (J.D., 1984) and Alverno College (B.A., 1980). Serands clients in Milwaukee, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Atty. Karen Kotecki is a lawyer practicing corporate law, criminal law, civil rights law
  • Karen received a B.A. degree from Alverno College in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Karen practices in Milwaukee, WI

Practice Areas Explained

Karen Kotecki's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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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 Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Wisconsin

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Karen Kotecki

Where is Karen Kotecki's law office located?
Karen Kotecki's law practice is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Karen Kotecki handle?
Karen Kotecki focuses on criminal defense, business, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has Karen Kotecki practiced law?
Karen Kotecki has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Karen Kotecki go to law school?
Karen Kotecki earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Karen Kotecki for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Marquette University
- 1984
B.A.
Alverno College
- 1980

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1985

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