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Karen J. Malachi

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Education

  • Emory University School of Law (J.D., 1984) – Atlanta, GA

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  • Oglethorpe University (B.A. in Political Science, 1981) – Atlanta, GA

    • Recipient of the President's Leadership Prize, 1981

Practice Areas

Karen specializes in:​

  • Employment and Labor Law

  • Personal Injury

  • Trust & Estates

  • Entertainment Law

  • Business Disputes

  • Creative Property Disputes – Intellectual Property Protections

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As a boutique firm, Malachi Legal Services values each client as an individual, dedicated to providing peace of mind through tailored legal solutions.

Professional Overview

Karen J. Malachi is the founding attorney of Malachi Legal Services LLC, bringing over 3 decades of legal expertise to clients in Georgia, the District of Columbia and throughout the continental U.S.A. Known for her dedication to empowering the community through justice and economic development, Karen provides personalized legal representation, prioritizing the unique needs of each client.

Professional Background

State Bar Admissions:

  • District of Columbia – Admitted 1988, Bar #413473

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  • Georgia – Admitted 2002, Bar #466966

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Court Admissions:
Karen is admitted to practice before numerous prestigious courts, including:

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  • U.S. Supreme Court

  • District of Columbia Court of Appeals

  • United States Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit

  • Supreme Court of Georgia

  • Georgia Court of Appeals

  • U.S. District Court for the Middle and Northern Districts of Georgia

  • Superior and State Courts of Georgia

  • Superior Court of the District of Columbia

Experience & Past Roles

With a distinguished background, Karen has held numerous roles before establishing Malachi Legal Services:

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  • General Counsel – Office of Labor Relations, National Baptist Convention, USA

  • General Counsel – D.C. Council Member Sandy Allen Campaign

  • Board Policy Advisor – Howard University

  • Director of Advocacy – Washington Council of Agency

  • Adjunct Professor of Administrative Law – Savannah State University

Representative Clients

Karen works with clients facing a variety of legal challenges, including:

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  • Employment Rights – Representing individuals whose rights have been infringed upon or who have faced wrongful termination.

  • Criminal Defense – Representing clients facing charges such as assault, battery, traffic violations, misdemeanors, and felonies.

  • Contract Disputes – Assisting clients in cases of breach of contract.

  • Personal Injury – Fighting for clients injured due to negligence.

Notable Cases and Success Stories

  • Georgia Court of Appeals – Successfully overturned a lower court decision for a client injured due to hospital negligence.

  • State Criminal Defense – Achieved a full acquittal for a client facing charges of assault, battery, and family violence through a compelling jury trial.

  • Federal Criminal Defense – Represented an 18-year-old client facing severe charges. Through intensive plea negotiations, secured a significantly reduced sentence of 18 months with time served.

  • Employment Law – Won cases for clients wrongfully terminated or underpaid, often securing reinstatement or financial settlements.

  • Breach of Contract Defense – Stopped Bank Foreclosures upon Church Properties. 

  • Wrongful Death – Won substantial recoveries for injuries and loss of a love ones due to negligence 

Client-Centered Approach

Appointments and Accessibility

  • After-hours and weekend appointments available upon request.

  • Translator services provided as needed.

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Contact Information

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