Ann-Kathryn So

Ann-Kathryn So is a Washington, DC attorney and partner at Crowley So, LLP, who focuses on labor and employment law for public employees. Her work supports federal, state, and local government workers facing workplace disputes, disciplinary concerns, retaliation claims, discrimination issues, security clearance matters, and investigations. She brings practical insight, careful preparation, and a strong understanding of government employment systems to clients facing serious career and workplace challenges.

Ann-Kathryn graduated from The George Washington University before earning her J.D. from The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law. During law school, she was active in the Moot Court Association, Black Law Students Association, and Alternative Dispute Resolution Society. She also competed in the NBLSA Thurgood Marshall Mock Trial Competition, where her team advanced to the quarterfinals.

Ann-Kathryn began her legal career in 2006 before later serving nine years with the federal government in the Naval Criminal Investigative Service. In that role, she managed significant and classified matters while working with the Department of the Navy, Department of Homeland Security, and other US intelligence agencies. In 2018, she received recognition as NCIS Civilian of the Year for her intelligence analysis work.

Ann-Kathryn So returned to private practice in 2020 and became a partner in 2021. Her background gives her valuable perspective when representing employees in workplace investigations, discipline and termination matters, whistleblower cases, discrimination and retaliation claims, union-related issues, employment contracts, and security clearance concerns. She helps clients understand the process, protect their rights, and prepare for decisions that may affect their careers, reputations, and long-term professional stability.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Crowley So, LLP
• Member, Bar Association of the District of Columbia

Licensed State

• District of Columbia

Education

• Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• George Washington University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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