Atty. Kathleen C. Cooperstein

Atty. Kathleen C. Cooperstein

Kathleen C. Cooperstein is a lawyer practicing government investigations & white collar criminal defense, false claims act qui tam litigation.

Washington Washington 12 yrs experience 12 year
Call (771) 223-4661 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Kathleen C. Cooperstein at a glance

Kathleen C. Cooperstein is a Senior Associate based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Vinson And Elkins Llp. They have 12+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2014. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, white collar, and whistleblower. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia Virginia (2014). Educated at Yale Law School (J.D. Managing, 2012) and Virginia Tech (B.A. English, 2009). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Kathleen C. Cooperstein is a lawyer practicing government investigations & white collar criminal defense, false claims act qui tam litigation
  • Kathleen C. received a B.A. degree from Virginia Tech in 2009, and has been licensed for 12 years
  • Kathleen C. practices at Vinson & Elkins LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Kathleen C. Cooperstein's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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White Collar Crimes

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Whistleblower & Retaliation

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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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Kathleen C. Cooperstein

Where is Kathleen C. Cooperstein's law office located?
Kathleen C. Cooperstein's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Vinson And Elkins Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kathleen C. Cooperstein handle?
Kathleen C. Cooperstein focuses on criminal defense, white collar, whistleblower. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Kathleen C. Cooperstein practiced law?
Kathleen C. Cooperstein has 12+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2014.
Where did Kathleen C. Cooperstein go to law school?
Kathleen C. Cooperstein earned their education at (J.D. Managing, 2012); (B.A. English, 2009).
How can I contact Kathleen C. Cooperstein for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. Managing
Yale Law School
- 2012
B.A. English
Virginia Tech
- 2009

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia Virginia
Admitted: 2014

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