Karen Q. Couch, Associate Attorney

Karen Couch was born and raised around Pasadena, California. A competitive golfer from the age of ten, Karen attended Kansas State University on an athletic scholarship. While at K-State, Karen earned her degree in Business Administration, graduating summa cum laude in 2004. Karen continued her education by earning her J.D. from Washburn University School of Law, graduating with honors. Named the Best Oralist at the J. Braxton Craven Jr. Memorial Competition, Karen served as Vice President of Washburn Moot Court and was inducted into the Order of the Barristers.

Karen's practice emphasizes banking law, business and commercial transactions, creditor's rights, estate planning, real estate and agricultural law.  Karen is a member of the American Bar Association, Kansas Bar Association and  the Saline-Ottawa County Bar Association.

Karen supports the economic growth and development of her community through her involvement in the Chamber All American Team. She is also an active member of Christ the King Lutheran Church, The First Tee Organization, and Community Access Television of Salina.

Education:

Preparatory education: Kansas State University, BS, summa cum laude, 2004

Legal education: Washburn University School of Law, JD with honors 2007

Admissions:

Admitted to the Bar, 2007, Kansas

Admitted to practice before the U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit; U.S. District Court for the District of Kansas