Karen S. Gersten

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Karen S. Gersten

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 35 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at West Hartford, CT
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Mediation ... +2 more

818 Farmington Avenue, West Hartford, CT

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About Karen

Biography

I'm here to help you get the results you are seeking.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

35 years

50%
Child Custody 20%

20%
Child Support 10%

10%
Family 10%

10%
Mediation 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2022 2021 2019
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+ 3
Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Connecticut for 35 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 1990

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Gersten & Gersten, LLP

818 Farmington Avenue, West Hartford, CT, 06119

gerstenandgersten.com/attorneys/

Karen S. Gersten's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

63 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 7 of 7 reviews | Family

Posted by Andrew | April 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family

Meticulous, Strategic & Superhero!

We knew Karen was the one from the moment we met her. My wife and I were exhausted from the stress of dealing with a deceitful and manipulative ex wife for 10 years and now we needed help more than ever. Our first meeting with Karen, we dumped a pile of information on her desk and she immediately beg...an to assemble the puzzle and plan our defense. She asked us smart and calculating questions that let us know she was on the right track. Throughout the process she and Blake were communicative and timely, making us feel like we were important. Karen is extremely knowledgeable and presented strategic options that gave us confidence with her at the helm. She took the weight of the world off our shoulders and gave us relief. We never felt like we were being over charged or taken advantage of, just the opposite in fact, she was mindful and efficient. Karen is worth every penny! But it was the long awaited day in court that Karen really got a chance to shine! She came very prepared with all of our documentation, facts, and game plan meticulously organized. Karen took charge of the courtroom and presented our case with a strong and respectful presence. She was quick to react and change course when necessary. It was truly impressive to see how she took all of the bits of info we gave her and wove them together to present such a strong case. We won by a landslide and still can't believe that after all of these years, we can finally relax! Karen has given us freedom and peace of mind. We highly recommend getting her on your team before your adversary snaps her up!

Posted by Chris A | March 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

Integrity, Results and Trustworthy

I started my Journey I’m sure like most soon to be divorcees. Unsure of what to expect, worried about the end result, and frankly scared about my future. Karen’s calming mannerism, confidence and her knowledge and understanding how the process works gave me great relief and support. Her constant a...ssurance she had everything under control allowed me the peace of mind to focus on my kids and help them through the process. She never wavered from what was most important to me and the end result was much better than I ever expected. Her ability to understand all the detail and negotiate in my favor has given me my life back. Karen truly navigated an incredibly complicated and challenging divorce with amazing skills, integrity and professionalism. Not only did she represent me better than I could have imaging, she became my friend. I would high recommend Karen for any family matter. Amazing!

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Karen S. Gersten's Lawyer Endorsements

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Angela Green

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Attorney Karen Gersten for her professional expertise, knowledge and dedication to practice of family law. Her attention to this demanding area of law, excellent reputation and genuine dedication to the client's needs would be greatly appreciated by any prospective client."

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Kate Haakonsen

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Karen is a very experience and thorough lawyer who supports her clients and works reasonably with opposing counsel to find solutions whenever possible."

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Scott Birrell

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Barbara Aaron

Family lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kate Haakonsen

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2023

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2023

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2023

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2023

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

CT Top Lawyer, Top Lawyers of America

2016

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1990 - 2018

Partner, Gersten & Gersten, LLP

Associations

1995 - Present

Hartford County Bar Association

Member

1990 - Present

Connecticut Bar Association

Member

Education

1990

Suffolk University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

Clark University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2000

Divorce in Connecticut

Teacher

Languages

English

Activity

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