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Karen A. Connolly, J.D. obtained a bachelors degree in economics from the University of Arizona in 1988 and her juris doctorate in law in 1991. Ms Connolly’s primary areas of practice are family law and criminal defense. She has proven her exceptional trial skills by winning felony jury trials in both federal and state court.
Her acquittals have included Murder, Kidnaping, Sexual Assault and Drug cases. She recently obtained the reversal of an improper murder conviction and secured the freedom of a man wrongly convicted of murder. Through her perseverance and legal skills, Ms. Connolly saved a man’s life by convincing the District Attorney to remove him from death row. She has argued before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals and before the Nevada Supreme Court where she convinced the court to reverse another murder conviction.
Additionally, Ms. Connolly has vigorously represented many, many people in family court where her proven trial skills and legal acumen place her a cut above the rest.
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6600 West Charleston Boulevard, #124, Las Vegas, NV, 89146
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Posted by Angela | March 1, 2018 | Hired Attorney
My specific legal needs (family law/divorce) required aggressive well-organized representation. The marriage was long and invested with children involved. My divorce required a tough attorney. Karen Connolly listened to my case, advised me of my rights, clearly outlined her expectations, and worke...
Posted by Michelle | March 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney
I am so glad I made the decision to fire my previous attorney and enlist the representation of Karen. I am confident in stating without her by my side, I would not have fully be capable of protecting my family and standing up for what was true and fair. I definitely recommend Ms. Connolly and would...
Posted by anonymous | May 3, 2013
I have used Karen Connolly for years. She is an excellent lawyer. She is forthright--with the good and the bad, which is what I wanted. You need to hear the strengths and weaknesses of your case before you go in. You do not always get what you want in divorce or custody court. She was real...
Posted by Cami | January 9, 2012
It is not difficult to describe this attorney. She is unbeatable. Her knowledge, work ethic, and aggressiveness make her beyond exceptional. In the courtroom, Karen is always prepared for anything. She knows what she is fighting for and is relentless in attaining it. Karen Connolly has been my att...
Posted by Rebecca | November 20, 2009
If you would like the best representation possible she is your women. I have read other reviews and it strikes me that they are mixed -her fault, if indeed it is one is that she tells the truth, a rare quality in a lawyer. So if you want a lawyer to tell you what you want to hear and waste your mo...
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"I endorse this lawyer. Karen is a fantastic, passionate attorney who always advocates for the best interest of her clients. She is knowledgeable, and works well with her brethren to resolve cases in a fair manner."
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Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Top Contributor, IsThatLegal.org
1994 - Present
Founder, Law Offices of Karen A. Connolly, LTD
2015 - Present
NORML Legal CommitteeMember
1994 - Present
State Bar of Nevada, Family Law SectionMember
1994 - Present
Nevada Attorneys for Criminal JusticeMember
1994 - Present
Nevada Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1994 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1994 - Present
Amnesty InternationalMember
1991 - Present
Clark County Bar AssociationMember
Conviction Reversed
1991
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
BS - Bachelor of Science
2016
2015
English
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