Karen Beth Rosenthal

Karen Beth Rosenthal

4.4
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 36 years

Marriage and prenuptials Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Marriage & Prenuptials, Family, Divorce & Separation ... +2 more

451 Park Avenue South, 8th Floor, New York, NY

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 36 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1989

Due to Reregister within 30 days of Birthday

No misconduct found

Location

Bender & Rosenthal LLP

451 Park Avenue South, 8th Floor, New York, NY, 10016

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Karen Beth Rosenthal's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | July 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great Lawyer

I was fortunate to have Karen as my child's attorney. She consistently advocated for my child's best interest and was a steady force in court during a high-conflict divorce. Karen has a unique combination of professionalism, directness, honesty, clarity, and humor. Karen's legal arguments were well w...ritten, and she was also great at resolving sticking points in the settlement negotiations, which had been dragging on for months. Karen, as a parent herself, understood my child needed healthy parental relationships and worked hard to make sure that happened.

Posted by anonymous | September 27, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Double charges

Karen was assigned as the attorney for the child in my case, and it was a nightmare. She is supposed to tell the judge what the children want, but she does not do this. I think she lies to the judge regarding what the children tell her to suit her own agenda, which is usually in favor of the wealthie...r parent. She will say the children are confused or not sure what they want even when the children are begging to see the other parent more. I think she is not representing the child’s best interests. She becomes more powerful than the other side’s attorney against you, and then she bills and bills and bills to leave you with no money to defend yourself. If she is assigned to your case, do whatever you can to object or have her removed. She is the worst thing that happened to my divorce case.

Posted by anonymous | February 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Attorney, Top-Rate Representation

Karen Rosenthal represented me in my divorce case, which today settled. She is undoubtedly a top-rate attorney in every sense of the word. My ex-husband sought relief to which he was not entitled, and Ms. Rosenthal made that clear to him from the outset, making resolution of this matter as quick an...d painless as possible. She walked me through this stressful experience with tremendous skill, intelligence, and strength. She kept me together and treated me at all times with patience and kindness. Highly recommended. Full five stars.

Posted by anonymous | August 04, 2015

Outstanding attorney !

Karen is hands down the most professional, compassionate, knowledgable , responsive and brilliant attorney I have worked with. During such a difficult time it is imperative to have an attorney whom you can trust with all aspects of your case - Karen is that attorney. . Karen is absolutely super and I... couldn't imagine using anyone else.

Posted by anonymous | July 30, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

So grateful to Karen Rosenthal!!

Karen was a tremendous source of wisdom and advocacy during a very difficult time in my life. My goal was to have a divorce that was not acrimonious, but protected my children and me financially. She thoughtfully and tactfully found an "out-of-the-box" solution to some financial problems that prove...d to be an absolute life-saver. Her knowledge, wisdom and foresight protected me financially. Her great sense of humor lifted my spirits, kept me smiling, and made a very difficult situation a blessing in disguise. I highly recommend Karen to my friends, and, someday, when I remarry, I will use her to prepare a pre-nip!

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Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Honors

2015

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2015

NEW YORK'S TOP ATTORNEY, Best Lawyers

1997

Founder Business & Professional Division, Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America

Work Experience

2001 - Present

OWNER, PARTNER, BENDER ROSENTHAL & RICHTER LLP

Associations

2016 - Present

New York City Bar Association, Matrimonial Law Committee

Member

2015 - Present

United Jewish Appeal

Women's Executive Circle

1989 - Present

Women's Bar Association of the State of New York

Member

1989 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

2014 - 2016

Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (New York Chapter)

Co-President

2010 - 2012

New York County Lawyers' Association

Member

Education

1987

Yeshiva University, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

George Washington University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

The Legal Ramifications of Failing to Give the Get

The Get

Languages

English

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