Atty. Karen Ostrow Stempel

Atty. Karen Ostrow Stempel

Karen Ostrow Stempel is a lawyer practicing customs, export control, international trade regulation. Karen received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Washington Washington 44 yrs experience 44 year
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About Karen Ostrow Stempel at a glance

Karen Ostrow Stempel is a international attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1982). Educated at The National Law Center, George Washington University (J.D., 1982) and University of Pennsylvania (B.A., 1978). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Karen Ostrow Stempel is a lawyer practicing customs, export control, international trade regulation
  • Karen received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Karen practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Karen Ostrow Stempel's Areas of Practice

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

International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

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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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Where is Karen Ostrow Stempel's law office located?
Karen Ostrow Stempel'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 Ostrow Stempel handle?
Karen Ostrow Stempel focuses on international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Karen Ostrow Stempel practiced law?
Karen Ostrow Stempel has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Karen Ostrow Stempel go to law school?
Karen Ostrow Stempel earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1978).
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Education

J.D.
The National Law Center, George Washington University
- 1982
B.A.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1978

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1982

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