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Karen Kenner Scott
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Biography
Attorney Karen Kenner Scott is a legal professional with a concentration in the fields of real estate transactions and litigation in addition to business and corporate matters. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree in English from the esteemed University of Georgia in 2009, followed by her Juris Doctor from Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School in 2012. Prior to joining the law firm Williams Teusink, attorney Scott garnered invaluable experience as an Assistant Solicitor General in both Fulton and DeKalb County. In DeKalb, she served as a Deputy Chief Assistant Solicitor General, where she skillfully led her unit to achieve successful prosecutions in numerous land use, zoning, and code enforcement cases.
Attorney Scott’s exceptional legal prowess has earned her several notable accolades. She was honored as a recipient of the Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys Scholarship and the National Black Law Students Association Rodney Pulliam Scholarship. Additionally, attorney Scott’s outstanding contributions to the legal field were recognized through the Rising Star award from the New Rock Legal Society and the prestigious Michael Hancock award from the DeKalb Lawyers Association. Her unwavering dedication to community service has been acknowledged through her receipt of the Deans Award on five separate occasions.
In her professional capacity, attorney Scott is dedicated to galvanizing women in the legal profession. Attorney such as the Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys and the Georgia Association of Women Lawyers. In 2018, attorney Scott was selected to serve as a member of the Emerging Leaders of DeKalb. In 2023 she was selected to GABWA’s Judicial Public Official Academy. Most recently she was selected to participate in the 2024 GAWL Leadership Academy.
Beyond her professional endeavors, attorney Scott is deeply committed to serving her community. She actively engages in various roles at her children’s school, including serving on the School Council. Additionally, she takes great pride in her membership in Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated. She also serves as a board member for the non-profit organization More than Conquerors Incorporated.
Attorney Scott finds equal fulfillment in her personal life, as she is happily married to Roderick Scott and takes immense pride in being the mother of two exceptional young girls.
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Licensed in Georgia for 13 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2012
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Location
Williams Teusink, LLC
2310 Parklake Drive Suite 370, Atlanta, GA, 30345
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Posted by Jasmine | July 17, 2025 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
There's still some good people out there.
I'd like to take this time to shine a light on attorney Karen scott. While she was not representing me, I saw her do something that was genuinely kind today. A man who she was not representing spoke to her while in Court today. He wa just being courteous. She just randomly asked the man what he was c...
Posted by anonymous | January 03, 2013 | DUI & DWI
Did not even go to jail!!
I got a DUI in Atlanta...my second one. I contacted Ms. Kenner and the case came out well. I highly recommend her for representation. Dont go in alone. Use an attorney.
Posted by anonymous | December 21, 2012 | Debt Collection
Excellent Attorney
I felt so trapped with the creditors calling me all day. I went to Ms. Kenner and she was able to stop the calls and reduce my 10,000.00 debt to almost nothing. She was very knowledgeable and kept me informed every step of the way. Great attorney.
Karen Kenner Scott's Lawyer Endorsements
"Karen is an excellent advocate. She is always prepared and she really has an understanding of the law. I fully endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Karen is the type of person who makes sure she does everything correctly and represents her state like no other attorney I know. When she was representing defendants she did the same for them. Equality and fair chances, she works hard no matter what."
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"I endorse Karen Kenner. She is building a criminal defense practice in Metro Atlanta. Karen began representing clients accused of criminal conduct after her second year of law school under the Third Year Practice Act. A year after passing the bar, you would think she has been representing those accused of criminal conduct for over ten years. She is excellent in the courtroom with exceptional presentation."
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"Karen is a caring and compassionate attorney that knows the law. I would highly recommend her. Her attention to detail and compassion make her a great attorney."
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"Karen is a great young lawyer on the rise. I recommend her in the area of debt relief and bankruptcy."
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"Attorney Kenner is an outstanding attorney who will work extremely hard for her clients. I am proud to endorse her."
"Karen is a talented attorney that knows the law. She is zealous in her representation and is diligent in searching for favorable resolutions in matters for her clients."
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Experience
Honors
2012
Rising Star Award, New Rock Legal Society
2012
Michael Hancock Award, Dekalb Lawyers Association
2012
Rodney Pulliam Scholarship Recipient, National Black Law Students Association
2012
Foundation Scholarship Recipient, Georgia Association of Women Lawyers
2012
Foundation Award, Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Assistant Soliticor General, Fulton County Solicitor's Office
2012 - 2012
Apprentice, Dekalb County Solicitor General's Office
2012 - 2013
Managing Attorney, Kenner Law Firm
2011 - 2012
Legal Intern, Metro Area Conflict Defender's Office
2010 - 2011
Legal Intern, Fulton County District Attorney Office
Associations
2012 - Present
State Bar of Georgia, Criminal Law Section
2012 - Present
Georgia State Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section
2010 - Present
Georgia Association for Women Lawyers
2009 - Present
University of Georgia Alumni Association
2009 - Present
Georgia Association of Black Women AttorneysStudent Programming Committe
Education
2012
John Marshall Law School, Atlanta
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
University of Georgia
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
Women's Empowerment Luncheon
Advising females in the legal profession
2012
Joint Law Enforcement and Prosecutor DUI Training
Presented Case on Updated Law
Publications
2010
Fulton County District Attorneys Office
The Non-Prosecution of Mothers in Child Abuse cases
Languages
English
Activity
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Q&A
Can I file a defamation law suite in GA magistrate court; and if not can one represent themselves pro se at another level.
02 Jan 2013
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Can you leave home to live with a friend at 16 without parental consent?
02 Jan 2013
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Me and two co-defendants have to pay restitution and now im neing told i have to pay it all myself
01 Jan 2013