About Karen Ann

Karen Ann Connolly is a attorney based in Las Vegas, Nevada, specializing in criminal defense and family law. She has been a member of the Nevada State Bar since 1991, holding. Her firm, the Law Offices of Karen A. Connolly, Ltd., is located at 6600 W — Charleston Blvd, Suite 124, Las Vegas, NV 89146. She can be reached at (702) 678-6700 or via email at advocate@kconnollylawyers.com. Ms.

Connolly earned her Bachelor of Science in Economics from the University of Arizona in 1988 and her Juris Doctor from the James E. Rogers College of Law at the University of Arizona in 1991. She has over 30 years of experience in the legal field, handling a diverse range of cases in both state and federal courts. In her criminal defense practice, Ms. Connolly has successfully represented clients in serious felony cases, including murder, kidnapping, sexual assault, and drug offenses. Notably, she secured the reversal of a wrongful murder conviction, leading to the release of an innocent man.

She has also argued before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals and the Nevada Supreme Court, achieving favorable outcomes for her clients. In family law, Ms. Connolly provides comprehensive services, including divorce, child custody and support, alimony, property division, and domestic violence cases. She aims to resolve family disputes amicably but is prepared to litigate when necessary. Ms. Connolly is an active member of several professional organizations, including the Clark County Bar Association, Nevada Trial Lawyers Association.

The National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. She has been recognized for her legal expertise and client service, earning a Distinguished rating from Martindale-Hubbell in 2025. Fluent in English, Ms. Connolly is dedicated to providing aggressive and competent representation to her clients, with a focus on protecting client rights.

Education

James E. Rogers College of Law, University of Arizona

J.D. (1991) | Law

1989

University of Arizona

B.S. (1998) | Economics

1985

Languages

English (Spoken, Written)

Accepted Jurisdictions

Nevada

Court Admissions

Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals U.S. Circuit Court
Nevada Supreme Court State Supreme Court

Types of Cases Handled

Criminal Defense Family Law

Legal Services Scope

Trial Appellate Post-Conviction Relief

Professional Associations

Clark County Bar Association

has membership Current

Nevada Trial Lawyers Association

has membership Current

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

has membership Current

Office Locations

Main Office

 6600 W Charleston Blvd #124 Las Vegas NV 89146