Kaitlyn Clarkson

Kaitlyn Clarkson is a seasoned attorney based in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, with a primary focus on criminal defense, including trials, appeals, and post-conviction remedies. After years of concentrating on appeals and post-conviction relief, Kaitlyn realized that providing effective trial counsel is crucial to safeguarding clients from ineffective assistance. She is dedicated to fighting for her clients' rights, exploring every legal avenue to achieve the best possible outcomes.

While Kaitlyn now emphasizes trial work, she continues to handle appeals, post-conviction remedies, and mental health expungements, ensuring compliance with the law and protection of constitutional rights. Her expertise ranges from managing summary speeding violations to defending serious charges like murder.

Kaitlyn's legal philosophy is guided by the principle, "latius est impunitum relinqui facinus nocentis quam innocentem damnari," meaning it is preferable to let a guilty person go unpunished than to condemn an innocent one. She tailors her approach to each client's unique circumstances, striving to achieve what is best for every individual case.

Academically, Kaitlyn earned an Associates Degree from Lehigh Carbon Community College and a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Temple University. She then attended Widener University School of Law, where she excelled, earning CALI awards in two classes. During law school, she gained practical experience as a law clerk at The McShane Firm and participated in Widener’s Civil Law Clinic.

Outside her professional endeavors, Kaitlyn cherishes time with her family and her three rescued cats, Penelope, Pumpkin, and Purrl. Her weekends are often spent enjoying football and Formula 1.