Atty. Karen Walker Runnels

Atty. Karen Walker Runnels

Karen Walker Runnels is a lawyer practicing family law. Karen received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University and A. and M.

Baton Rouge Baton Rouge 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Karen Walker Runnels at a glance

Karen Walker Runnels is a family law attorney based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1985) and New York (1987). Educated at Louisiana State University and A. and M. College (J.D., 1985) and Louisiana State University and A. and M. College (B.S., 1982). Serands clients in Baton Rouge, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Karen Walker Runnels is a lawyer practicing family law
  • Karen received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University and A. and M. College in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Karen practices in Baton Rouge, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Karen Walker Runnels's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Louisiana

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

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Common questions about Karen Walker Runnels

Where is Karen Walker Runnels's law office located?
Karen Walker Runnels's law practice is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Karen Walker Runnels handle?
Karen Walker Runnels focuses on family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Karen Walker Runnels practiced law?
Karen Walker Runnels has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Karen Walker Runnels go to law school?
Karen Walker Runnels earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.S., 1982).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University and A. and M. College
- 1985
B.S.
Louisiana State University and A. and M. College
- 1982

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1985
New York
Admitted: 1987

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