Atty. Karen Walny

Atty. Karen Walny

Karen Walny is a lawyer. Karen received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1993, and has been licensed for 26 years.

Washington Washington 26 yrs experience 26 year
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About Karen Walny at a glance

Karen Walny is an attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2000) and New York (2005). Educated at University of Chicago (J.D., 2000) and University of Illinois (B.S. Electrical, 1993). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Karen Walny is a lawyer
  • Karen received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1993, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • Karen practices in Washington, DC

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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Karen Walny's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Karen Walny practiced law?
Karen Walny has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did Karen Walny go to law school?
Karen Walny earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.S. Electrical, 1993).
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Education

J.D.
University of Chicago
- 2000
B.S. Electrical
University of Illinois
- 1993

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2000
New York
Admitted: 2005

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