$ 200-300 per hour
Karen M. Authement
About Karen
Biography
I opened the KMA Law Office in 2010 as a general practice firm that focuses on: automobile and work injury claims; and wills, trusts, estate planning and probate administration. KMA Law Office is a full service law firm which also assists individuals and business in the areas of foreclosures and debt collections.
I stay on top of the current issues and changes in the law with continuing legal education seminars on a regular basis. I started working in the legal legal profession over 20 years, as a paralegal in 1990, working with attorneys in the areas of criminal law, family law, personal injury and medical malpractice.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Car Accident
25%
22 years | 52 cases
Wills and Living Wills
25%
17 years | 35 cases
Workers Compensation
25%
16 years | 55 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
33%-40%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in District of Columbia for 20 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Licensed in Maryland for 21 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
KMA Law Office
540 Ritchie Highway, Suite 201, Severna Park, MD, 21146
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Karen M. Authement's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 9 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Sean | February 13, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Highly Recommend
Impressed by Karens unwavering commitment to excellence. Their ability to deliver outstanding results time and time again is truly commendable. I have full confidence in recommending Karen
Posted by Joyce | October 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Very Professional and Driven
I had the pleasure of working with Karen and not only is she great at her job but Karen is dedicated and passionate about her client(s). I will always work with her and recommend Karen to others that need legal assistance. Not only did I find a experienced hard working lawyer but I also found a fr...
Posted by anonymous | October 11, 2014
thank u & u welcome :)
The best, most down to earth legal, lawyer.... I have ever known. I am a firm believer,... " you get what you pay for". Thanks Karen. It won't let me put everything you have done for us up there, so everyone, let me just say, "It's a lot more then just child custody". Thanks again... :) J. Carle.
Posted by anonymous | October 11, 2014
Won my security deposit and damages from my landlord
Karen did an excellent job in gathering information from me, and other sources. Her presentation to the court of reason for the dispute was comprehensive. Ms. Authement won the case against a very difficult landlord.
Posted by David | October 5, 2014
Fierce advocate, business advisor and counselor to her clients.
I was very pleased with Ms. Authement and her firms representation of me. She was a fierce advocate for my protection and well being. She stood her ground protecting my assets and fought for the results we wanted to see in the case. Frankly she saved me from myself in the end advising me it was time ...
Karen M. Authement's Lawyer Endorsements
"Karen is one of the most highly capable attorneys that I have worked with or against. She is knowledgeable and is communicative with her clients. I have referred clients to Karen and each person was pleased with the outcome of their situation."
"Karen spent nearly a decade in the profession before becoming a lawyer. As someone who did the same, I understand how valuable that is to a lawyer. She knows how to do everything in every case she handles, and you can be confident that she will not just delegate or "dump off" the tedious tasks to low level employees that may overlook the finer and more important details in your matter. A great client advocate who keeps herself on point with all relevant updates in the law, as a member of several important organizations."
"I worked with Ms. Authement for several years on real property tax matters. During that time, her professionalism, subject matter knowledge, writing and advocacy skills were always on display. I endorse her unhesitatingly to any seeking a skilled, intelligent advocate to represent their interests."
"I endorse this lawyer. Karen is professional and knowledgable"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I know Ms. Authment as an incredibly knowledgeable attorney in the Maryland area. She works tirelessly to ensure every avenue is explored and every source of recovery pursued for her clients. If you have chosen Ms. Authment as your attorney, you will not be disappointed!"
"Ms. Authement is a diligent and detailed oriented lawyer that finds resourceful methods to solve legal problems. As an attorney I have known Ms. Authement for many years, and have observed her work first hand. Without hesitation I would recommend her services to anyone requiring sound legal guidance. In my estimation, there are few lawyers with such discipline and devotion to ensuring value for clients."
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Experience
Honors
2014
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Owner, KMA Law Office
2005 - 2010
Managing Associate, Law Offices of Heidi S. Kenny, LLC
2004 - 2005
Associate, Jerome J. Seidenman, PA
1996 - 2004
Paralegal- law clerk, Jerome J. Seidenman PA
Associations
2004 - Present
Maryland Association for JusticeMember
2004 - Present
Maryland State Bar AssociationMember
2010 - 2011
Maryland Association for Justice, Young Lawyers SectionCo-chair
Education
2003
University of Baltimore School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
University of Baltimore
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
BWI Business Professionals luncheon
Business receivables
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
We have a squirrel in the attic of a town home we are renting. The landlord repairs the holes but won't exterminate.
19 Jan 2013
Q&A
Can I be evicted for not paying rent by the 16th?
10 Oct 2012
Q&A
Can life estate holder let property go to a tax sale and then buy the property back?
08 Jan 2011