Karen B. Rosenthal

Karen B. Rosenthal, Esq. is a distinguished New York City-based divorce attorney and co-founder of Bikel Rosenthal & Schanfield, LLP. A seasoned litigator and prominent authority in matrimonial law, Karen’s practice is dedicated to advocating for families in high-net-worth equitable distribution cases and complex custody disputes. 

Karen’s client-centric approach and strategic foresight have established her as a preeminent authority in family law. As a certified Attorney for the Child, Karen is frequently appointed by New York County judges and selected by colleagues to represent children in high-stakes custody conflicts. Karen’s influence extends to leadership positions in the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC) and the New York State Bar Association Family Law Section-Child Custody Committee, where she addresses proposed legislation amongst other topics such as forensic custody evaluations and discovery practices in child custody matters.

An esteemed speaker and lecturer, Karen has been invited to share her insights on various topics pertinent to high-conflict divorces or separations involving children, including parental alienation, orders of protection, shared parenting arrangements, and blended family dynamics. With a three-decade track record of resolving highly contentious matrimonial cases, she has been recognized as a leading New York lawyer by esteemed publications, including New York Magazine, Super Lawyers, Crain’s New York Business Notable Women In Law, and Best Lawyers.