Karen
Corbett
Partner
Karen has earned a reputation as one of the most respected defense attorneys in her field, a reputation reflected in the numerous accolades she has received from peers and colleagues describing her as “a masterful and brilliant counselor” with “impeccable judgment” and among “the brightest, most articulate and astute attorneys” they have worked with.
A seasoned defense attorney with over two decades of experience, Karen is recognized both as an aggressive advocate for her clients and a consummate professional in the courtroom. She has developed particular expertise in medical malpractice litigation and nursing home negligence, and she brings genuine enthusiasm to the work, drawn in part by the opportunity it affords to continually deepen her knowledge of medicine.
Karen’s experience includes:
Medical malpractice litigation on behalf of a diverse client base; defense of nursing homes against a range of negligence claims; representation of major Long Island hospitals and a prominent New York dental school in complex matters requiring sophisticated legal strategy; and extensive work representing dentists, oral surgeons, podiatrists, chiropractors, and nurses against a wide variety of claims, including medical malpractice.
In recognition of her record, Karen is rated AV Preeminent® by Martindale-Hubbell®, the organization’s highest distinction.
A recognized authority on risk management, Karen develops CLE presentations for clients on containing and challenging damages in high-exposure cases, as well as legal education programs on nursing home litigation.