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Kathleen Grace Walsh, a distinguished attorney based in Occoquan, Virginia, has built a robust legal career that spans several decades. Born in Elizabeth, New Jersey, she pursued her academic interests at George Washington University in Washington, D.C., where she earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science in 1976. Following her passion for law, Ms. Walsh began her career as a legal journalist at Commerce Clearing House, specializing in consumer product safety issues. This experience laid a strong foundation for her legal education at The Columbus School of Law at Catholic University, where she obtained her Juris Doctor degree in 1986. Ms. Walsh was admitted to the Virginia Bar in the same year and later to the New Jersey Bar in 1989, further enhancing her credentials with admissions to the U.S. District Court and the U.S. Supreme Court. From 1986 to 2000, she honed her expertise at Ashcraft & Gerel, focusing on workers’ compensation and personal injury law. In March 2000, she established the Law Offices of Kathleen Grace Walsh, expanding her practice to include social security disability cases, demonstrating her commitment to comprehensive client service. An active member of the legal community, Ms. Walsh has served as an editorial editor for the Virginia Trial Lawyers Journal and contributed to the Virginia Trial Lawyers Workers' Compensation Legislative Committee. Her professional affiliations include the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association and the National Organization of Social Security Representatives. Beyond her legal practice, Kathleen is dedicated to her community, serving as a summer swim coach and an active reader at her local church. With her extensive knowledge and compassionate approach, Ms. Walsh is dedicated to advocating for her clients and ensuring they receive the justice they deserve.

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