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Kathleen A Dolan

also known as Kathleen Dolan

4.5
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 36 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Rockville, MD
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury

200A Monroe St., Suite 305, Rockville, MD

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023
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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 34 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1991

Good Standing

Licensed in Maryland for 36 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1989

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2022

Licensed in Virginia for 32 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1993

Former Member

Licensed in Massachusetts for 35 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1990

Suspended

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2023

Licensed in Colorado for 35 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 1990

Disbarred

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2023

Location

Kennedy & Dolan

200A Monroe St., Suite 305, Rockville, MD, 20850

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Kathleen A Dolan's Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

31 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Staff & Support

Posted by anonymous | April 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

DO NOT HIRE Kathleen Dolan as your attorney

Do not hire Kathleen Dolan for any legal issues. She misrepresents the facts and cost me my case. My case & the facts: I received a DUI last year and hired Kathleen as my attorney. I regret that decision. From the very beginning, she was rude. She neglected to inform me of the DUI process and the...n on the day before I had my first court appearance, rudely asked why I didn't complete my educational classes. I told her I was never informed of the process (classes I needed to take). During our discussion, she agreed that her receptionist failed to follow through and that it was her firm's fault for not informing me of the process. She agreed to move the court date only if I paid her an extra $750. Even though this felt like extortion, I paid her as I wanted a favorable outcome from the judge. A few months later, she claimed that she had a family issue and was unable to attend the day of the sentencing. She sent a junior level replacement, who wasn't informed of the case until I briefed him what had happened. After the sentencing date, I had to complete some paperwork which required Kathleen's signature. She refused to sign the document until I paid her an extra $750 again. Now, I can't move ahead without her signature. I refused to pay her another $750 just so that she can sign the document. Her fees for this case was upwards of $5,000, while she (and her firm) didn't do anything. Her business practices are highly unethical.She will lie and put all the blame on you, even though you hired her to represent you in court. Please, please, please do not hire her as an attorney, unless you want the worst possible outcome.

Posted by Carrie | June 03, 2015

Kathleen Dolan - An Excellent Attorney

Last year I was in search of a good attorney. I received numerous letters in the mail from attorneys stating they could meet my needs. After several phone calls and interviewing a few attorneys, upon meeting with Ms. Dolan I knew she was exactly who I was looking for. I left my meeting with her fe...eling relieved that the results would be what I was looking for. The results more than turned out this way. Ms. Dolan is an exemplary attorney. She is extremely knowledgeable of laws and well versed in all areas of the judicial system. In addition, she is professional, detail orientated, compassionate, and will only seek the best for her clients. She is direct and honest with her opinions and suggestion of how she would handle the situation; putting herself in your shoes. Ms. Dolan was always available via phone, e-mail, and text. This included after hours and on weekends and holidays! She also has a hard working professional assistant who is always available to inform you of Ms. Dolan's schedule. I would highly recommended Ms. Kathleen Dolan for any legal advice or assistance

Posted by Mecka | May 29, 2015 | Criminal Defense

get you off but nasty attitude

Ok, so I was charged 500 for a case, which was good. She is all about money and doesn't call you until the day broke your case she doesn't even remember your name or the case. When you call the office, the receptionist sounds friendly but I've had better. I call this lady just to let her know I compl...eted my community service, just for to say who are you?? Cut me off every chance I opened my mouth, then she had a never to say oh, I was looking in my public defender stack?? Really lady is that why youdisrespected me, because you thought I had a pd no I paid you to fight my case. She has no manners at all, I wouldn't recommend her.

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Kathleen A Dolan's Lawyer Endorsements

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Noah Clements

Criminal defense lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I consider Kathleen a mentor. She is a great criminal defense lawyer. She is very knowledgable about all the judges and prosecutors in Montgomery and PG Counties, which can be very important in the Maryland system. She is creative, tenacious, and, in short, who I would call if I were in trouble."

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Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023.

Disbarment issued in CO, 2023

updated on 11/15/2023

This is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the Colorado Supreme Court to understand the reasons for this disbarment.

Suspension issued in MA, 2023

updated on 10/31/2023

This status means that an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a specific period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Reciprocal - Suspension issued in MD, 2022

updated on 08/30/2024

This means that the attorney's misconduct in another state, or jurisdiction, also violated the rules for practicing law in Maryland.

Honors

N/A

2013 - 2015, Superlawyer

Work Experience

1991 - 2015

Partner, Kennedy & Dolan

Education

N/A

Tufts University

B.S.

Languages

English

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