Atty. Krista Cooley

Atty. Krista Cooley

Krista Cooley is a lawyer practicing consumer financial services. Krista received a B.S. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1998, and has been licensed for 25 years.

Washington Washington 25 Years Experience 25 year
Call (202) 641-2293

Profile Summary

About Krista Cooley at a glance

Krista Cooley is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at K&L Gates LLP. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on business and consumer. Admitted to practice in Virginia (2001) and District of Columbia (2002). Educated at American University Washington College of Law (J.D., 2001) and Pennsylvania State University (B.S., 1998). Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Krista Cooley is a lawyer practicing consumer financial services
  • Krista received a B.S. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1998, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • Krista practices at K&L Gates LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Krista Cooley's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Consumer Protection

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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 venue, 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 Krista Cooley

Where is Krista Cooley's law office located?
Krista Cooley's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is K&L Gates LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Krista Cooley handle?
Krista Cooley focuses on business, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Krista Cooley practiced law?
Krista Cooley has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Krista Cooley go to law school?
Krista Cooley earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.S., 1998).
How can I contact Krista Cooley for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
American University Washington College of Law
- 2001
B.S.
Pennsylvania State University
- 1998

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 2001
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2002

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