Karen R. Sanders is an Associate in Abrams Fensterman’s Rochester office, focusing her practice on Civil Litigation (Personal Injury, Civil Rights, Contract and Whistleblower Actions) and Employment Law.
Prior to joining Abrams Fensterman, LLP, Karen practiced with the law firms of Tully Rinckey PLLC (2018-2024), Harris, Chesworth, Johnstone & Welch, LLP (2015-2018); Harris, Chesworth, O’Brien, Johnstone & Welch, LLP (2009-2015); Alexander & Catalano, LLC. (2006-2008); Cegelski Legal Associates, PPLC (1996-2006); Dolin & Associates, P.C. (1995-1996); Marianetti & Kantor (1993-1995); and the Law Office of Emmelyn Logan-Baldwin, Esq., Law Clerk (1991-1993).
Karen graduated from Wellesley College and Buffalo Law School. She is a member of the Monroe County Bar Association and the New York State Bar Association. She is also involved in charitable organizations, including the Special Olympics.
Bar Admissions
- New York, 1994
- U.S. District Court Western District of New York
- U.S. District Court Northern District of New York
- U.S. Bankruptcy Court Western District of New York
- U.S. Court of Appeals 2nd Circuit
Education
- Buffalo Law School, J.D.
- Wellesley College, B.A.
Professional Associations and Memberships
- Monroe County Bar Association
- New York State Bar Association
Representative Matters
- Successful representation in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 2nd Circuit of a long-time agricultural educator who objected to investigation conducted by a Title IX coordinator alleged to be biased.