Karen Hillary Charrington

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Karen Hillary Charrington

5.0
14 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 25 years

Family Lawyer at Rosedale, NY
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Litigation ... +2 more

One Cross Island Plaza, Rosedale, NY

Virtual Consultation Available

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About Karen

Biography

Specializing in Criminal Defense, Family Law, and Civil Litigation.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Child Custody 20%

20%
Criminal Defense 20%

20%
Divorce and Separation 20%

20%
Family 20%

20%
Litigation 20%

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in New York for 25 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2000

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

The Charrington Firm, P.C. Office in Queens

One Cross Island Plaza, Rosedale, NY, 11422

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The Charrington Firm, P.C. Office in New York City

11 Broadway, New York, NY, 10004

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Karen Hillary Charrington's Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Julian | April 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Business

The Absolute Best Law Firm

My experience with Karen Charrington Esq. and the Charrington Firm has been consistently nothing short of Phenomenal! A Top Tier lawyer who simply gets the job done! Karen’s vast knowledge, intellect and experience coupled with her relentless tenacity for problem solving and solutioning is beyond r...eproach. As a very busy physician with multiple practices and business ventures, Karen has handled very complex legal matters for myself and my companies with incredible skill professionalism and know how. I use the Charrington Firm for ALL my legal matters. I must say that it is just so comforting and reassuring to know that whatever issue no matter how intricately complex, I can rest assured that it will be resolved with integrity, careful consideration and exact precision. If you are looking for a highly skilled law firm with an unwavering commitment to excellence, then look no further. Thank you Karen and the Charrington Firm.

Posted by anonymous | May 28, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Exceptional Attorney

Karen Charrington exemplifies professionalism and dedication. She is committed to fiercely advocating for you, always keeping your best interests at heart. If you seek someone who genuinely cares, listens attentively, and provides sound advice, look no further. During my challenging times of divor...ce and job loss, Karen ensured that the divorce outcome was in my favor. Her availability, empathy, and understanding are unmatched. She takes the time to understand your cultural background, especially if you are an immigrant, and integrates this into her approach. Karen expertise and commitment to excellence make her a standout in her field. Karen, thank you for your support during this process.

Posted by L.Lands | August 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Unequivocal Recommendation

Ms. Charrington is a professional attorney with many years of experience under her belt. She has the expertise, temperament and diplomacy to negotiate any transaction, big or small, criminal or civil. I am a professional, who for the first time in my life was now part of the criminal justice sys...tem fighting to save my career and my freedom. From my initial meeting with Ms. Charrington my family and I felt comforted and confident that her office could handle my cases. There was a significant amount of damage control that had to be done while simultaneously handling all of the legal issues of my case. And if my life could not have gotten any worse, I had to face a newly filed divorce case. Ms. Charrington took on that case as well. She was able to analyze my cases and put together a strategy that she followed through with every step of the way. She was very methodical in how she handled my cases. My cases were complex because it involved criminal, family issues, the division of properties and businesses valued in millions of dollars. We had to appear in the criminal and supreme courts throughout my case. She was patient with me and my family, although I knew it was very difficult sometimes. In the courtroom, it was clear that she is very competent, knowledgeable and respected. Ms. Charrington was honest about her expectations for my cases, but she explored every single avenue possible to bring about the best results. She is a dedicated no non-sense litigator who you can trust to fight for you. In the end, ALL of my criminal charges were dismissed and she negotiated an worthy settlement on my behalf in my divorce. My life is finally at peace. I highly recommend Ms. Charrington hands down without hesitation.

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Karen Hillary Charrington's Lawyer Endorsements

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James Medows

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Without hesitation or reservation, I certainly endorse Karen Charrington."

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Irene Vaisman

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Karen is knowledgeable and experienced. Great litigator. It is my pleasure to endorse her."

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Bruce Bozeman

Litigation lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I wholeheartedly endorse Karen Charrington as an excellent crimnal and civil litigator, forceful, insightful, diligent and always prepared."

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Steven Gildin

Marriage and prenuptials lawyer

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James Medows

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

Lawyers of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction

2022

Elite Lawyer in Civil Litigation, Elite Lawyers of America

2022

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2022

Pro bono service in Matrimonial cases, Nassau County Matrimonial Safe Center

2021

Elite Lawyer in Criminal Defense, Elite Lawyers of America

2021

Pro Bono Attorney for divorce cases involving Domestic violence, Nassau County Safe Center

2021

Lawyer of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction

2020

Pro bono service in Matrimonial cases, Nassau County Matrimonial Safe Center

2020

Lawyer of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction

2019

Elite Lawyer, Elite Lawyers of America

2018

Pro Bono Service Award Recipient, Safe Center LI

2018

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2017

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2016

Access to Justice, Nassau County Bar Association

2016

Top 100, National Black Lawyers

2013

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2012

Top 40 under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association

2010

America's who's who of professional women, America's who's who 2008-present

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Partner, The Charrington Firm, P.C.

2014 - 2015

Adjunct Professor, Monroe College

2010 - 2011

Administrative Trial Attorney, New York City Department of Education

1999 - 2004

Assistant District Attorney, Bronx District Attorney's Office

Associations

2013 - Present

Federal Bar Council American Inn of Court

Member

New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers

New York State Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

New York State Appellate Division, Second Department.

United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York

United States District Court for the Southern District of New York

Nassau County Bar Association

United States District Court for the Northern District of New York

Education

1999

City University of New York School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2015

P.E.A.R.L.S symposium

Female empowerment/ group speaker

2007

Color of Justice

Law as a Career

Publications

2019

St. John's UMC The Legal Lane with Karen Charrington

Languages

English

Activity

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