Atty. Karin Klapper Orenstein

Atty. Karin Klapper Orenstein

Karin Klapper Orenstein is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, civil litigation. Karin received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 1996, and has been licensed for 25 years.

Brooklyn Brooklyn 25 yrs experience 25 year
Call (845) 493-2194 Book Appointment

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About Karin Klapper Orenstein at a glance

Karin Klapper Orenstein is an U.S. Attorney's Off., Eastern Dist. of NY based in Brooklyn, New York. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (2001). Educated at University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 2000) and Cornell University (B.S., 1996). Serands clients in Brooklyn, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Karin Klapper Orenstein is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, civil litigation
  • Karin received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 1996, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • Karin practices in Brooklyn, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Karin Klapper Orenstein's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Karin Klapper Orenstein 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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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

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

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Where is Karin Klapper Orenstein's law office located?
Karin Klapper Orenstein's law practice is located in Brooklyn, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Karin Klapper Orenstein handle?
Karin Klapper Orenstein focuses on criminal defense, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Karin Klapper Orenstein practiced law?
Karin Klapper Orenstein has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Karin Klapper Orenstein go to law school?
Karin Klapper Orenstein earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.S., 1996).
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Education

J.D.
University of Michigan Law School
- 2000
B.S.
Cornell University
- 1996

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2001

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