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

Virtual Consultation Available

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 26 - 30 of 63 reviews

Posted by anonymous | March 09, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great Lawyer and Great Results

When I was going through my divorce, Karen was recommended to me and was an excellent recommendation. She always had the best interest in mind for my children and I while her experience of the legal system provide the best outcome based on my situation. Kare is calm, knowledgeable and has a pres...ence in a court setting that reassured she was the right lawyer in my case. I would highly recommend her without hesitation.

Posted by anonymous | July 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Simply the best

Looking for a a heavy hitter Karen is your choice !!. Way to many good things to list about Karen. Went through child custody battle with my Ex. Ex was offering little to no time with our child had no choice but to get a lawyer and thank god I was recommended Karen. Karen does not buckle under press...ure she is a shark when it comes for fighting for you. She knows what she is doing very very well. Never felt uncomfortable with her fighting for me. She takes control of the room when she is in there and always had our sons best intrest in mind. Would use her again and again in a heart beat!!! Thank you so much Karen for having my son in my life

Karen Gersten

Replied last July 21, 2020

Thank you for the very nice review. So glad we met and that I could help you. Karen

Posted by Lorraine | February 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Best Divorce Lawyer Ever

In 1994 Karen was a brand new lawyer. I had a difficult case. She fought hard for me and my ex finally gave in. She was always available for any questions I had. She's the best!

Posted by Audrey | January 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce

Karen represented me during my recent complicated divorce. She was extremely professional, knowledgeable, patient and supportive throughout the whole process. Due to Karen's tenacity, integrity, experience and hard work, I received a settlement much greater than I had expected or anticipated. Without... any reservations, I would highly recommend Karen to represent you.

Posted by anonymous | November 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Exceptional attorney

It has been quite difficult for me to articulate in words what to write for this review. I was fed up with my previous divorce attorney, I did not quite understand legal matters and implications, I have no legal background at all. My first impression of Karen was calm, controlled and extremely knowle...dgeable. She listened to everything I had to say, was honest, did not provide false hope. She helped me see the big picture and not fight for low hanging fruit. She heard everything I said and much more what I did not or could not articulate. She laid out the plan for me and told me what to expect. She was never in a hurry and did not make me feel compelled to make any particular decision, while given her astute legal counsel. She was excellent in communication. She asked how I was faring through the divorce process, she was genuinely interested in my case, and to her it was not just another case. I believe we were divinely meant to work together. I was never at loss about what step in the process we were in, nor was I ever surprised by anything. I could rest and worry less because I had a caring, smart exceptionally knowledgeable attorney. I remember thinking, I met Wonder woman in the flesh! This I know to be true. Divorce is never pleasant, but when you have an attorney like Karen, the hurt is so much less and you have confidence that it will all be well. Truly the best- inside and out. She is my Wonder woman!

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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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