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also known as Karen Svendsen Balzano
Primarily focuses on complex family and matrimonial litigation and appearing on divorce, custody and support matters in the the Supreme Courts and Family Courts on Long Island and New York City. Also experienced in all areas of commercial litigation, business purchases/sales and real estate transactions
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120 4th Ave, Bay Shore, NY, 11706-7938
27 Client Reviews
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Posted by Donna | January 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
A cut above the rest
Karen helped me and my daughters through a very difficult time. Divorce is never easy, but ours got ugly! Karen is extremely knowledgeable in all areas of divorce law and guided me through each step of the way, while helping me maintain my sanity! The opposing attorney was ruthless, although he thoug...
Posted by Kristen | December 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Couldn’t ask for better
Karen was above and beyond what we could have asked for. She and her paralegal Christina were there for me every single step of what was a very difficult process, and answered every question promptly and with care and sensitivity, no matter how insignificant it seemed. Karen made sure I knew what was...
Posted by Kelly | October 09, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Excellent attorney!!
I hired Ms Svendsen in a child custody matter, pursuing residential custody of my child. It was an absolute pleasure to work Ms Svendsen, both during preliminary hearings and during the trial. She is extremely knowledgeable of the law, and was an excellent trial attorney. Her insight and quick thinki...
Posted by J | July 29, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
An advocate for me
I'm currently in the process of a divorce . Like most people , this is something that hopefully doesn't happen every day. I remember having so many questions and I worried a lot about whether or not I missed something or forgot to mention something else. On the day of our initial meeting with the opp...
Posted by anonymous | January 08, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
Professional, Knowledgeable and Responsive
I retained Karen to handle my separation. At a time in my life when I was scared and confused, she made me feel comfortable and secure in my decision. She helped me to understand the legal process and figure out how I could manage in the future as a single mother. She always returned my calls and an...
"Karen is my go to when one of my clients needs a Divorce, and especially so when I know it is going to be a tough fight."
"I endorse this lawyer. Karen Svendsen is an excellent attorney and highly respected litigator. She is wonderful at communicating with her clients throughout the legal process. Karen Svendsen is a powerful advocate for her clients and I highly recommend her for any legal matter."
"I have known Karen for many years in the legal community, and have always known her to have the highest ethical and moral standards, and outstanding character. She is extremely knowledgeable in all of her fields and exhibits excellent legal and trial skills. She is a strong adversary and a tenacious advocate for her clients, while also being kind, understanding and compassionate. I have confidently referred numerous clients to her over the years, including family, and have always received glowing reviews. I give my highest endorsement and recommendation."
"Karen is an experienced and knowledgeable litigator who has established excellent working relationships with her peers. She is attentive to her clients and provides them with exceptional legal representation. I would highly recommend Karen to anyone needing legal representation, whether relating to civil and commercial litigation, business transactions, matrimonial and family law or real estate transactions."
"I endorse this lawyer. Karen Svendsen is highly skilled in family law and litigation. She is very caring of her clients and a wonderful person. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking counsel or representation."
"Karen is a an excellent Attorney and a fine professional. I am an Estate Planning Attorney and we have been able to refer business to each other on several occasions. My clients are always pleased. I refer to Karen first whenever I have a Family Law, Divorce, or pre-nup matter."
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2018
Lawyer of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction
2018
Top 10 Percent, Lawyers of Distinction
2015
Nation's Top One Percent, The National Association of Distinquished Counsel
2014
Top Attorneys in Long Island, Legal Leaders
1987
Excellence in Political Studies, Pi Sigma Alpha Award
2010 - Present
Partner, Long Tuminello LLP.
2005 - 2010
Partner, Ansanelli, Kugler & Svendsen, LLP
2001 - 2005
Attorney, Law Office of Karen S. Svendsen
1992 - 2005
Associate, Law office of Vincent W. Ansanelli
2013 - Present
New York StateLicensed Real Estate Broker
2010 - Present
Matrimonial Bar Association of Suffolk County
2009 - Present
Suffolk County Matrimonial Bar Association
2002 - Present
UNited States Court Appeals Federal Circuit
2002 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces
2002 - Present
United States Court of Federal Claims
1993 - Present
Suffolk County Bar Association
1992 - Present
United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York
1992 - Present
U.S. Supreme Court
2008 - 2014
Huntington Lawyers Club
1991
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2016
RIghts of Privacy
2019
2014
English
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05 Feb 2021
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17 Sep 2019
What does "Certification Conferenece Held" mean as an outcome to my most recent court appearance for my divorce case?
19 Mar 2014