Atty. Krista Dotson Obrien

Atty. Krista Dotson Obrien

Krista Dotson Obrien is a lawyer practicing employment, labor, civil litigation. Krista received a B.A. degree from University of Vermont in 1991, and has been licensed for 24 years.

Hamden Hamden 24 yrs experience 24 year
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About Krista Dotson Obrien at a glance

Krista Dotson Obrien is a Member based in Hamden, Connecticut, practicing at Krista Dotson O'Brien. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on employment and litigation. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (2002) and U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut (2003). Educated at Quinnipiac University School of Law (J.D., 2002) and University of Vermont (B.A., 1991). Active member of New Haven County, American and Connecticut Bar Associations National and Connecticut Employment Lawyers Associations Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Hamden, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Krista Dotson Obrien is a lawyer practicing employment, labor, civil litigation
  • Krista received a B.A. degree from University of Vermont in 1991, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • Krista practices at Krista Dotson O'Brien in Hamden, CT

Practice Areas Explained

Krista Dotson Obrien's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Connecticut

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Krista Dotson Obrien

Where is Krista Dotson Obrien's law office located?
Krista Dotson Obrien's law practice is located in Hamden, Connecticut. The firm is Krista Dotson O'Brien. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Krista Dotson Obrien handle?
Krista Dotson Obrien focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has Krista Dotson Obrien practiced law?
Krista Dotson Obrien has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Krista Dotson Obrien go to law school?
Krista Dotson Obrien earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (B.A., 1991).
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Education

J.D.
Quinnipiac University School of Law
- 2002
B.A.
University of Vermont
- 1991

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 2002
U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut
Admitted: 2003

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