
Karen Painter Randall, Business Attorney in Roseland, New Jersey
Over 41 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Civil Rights, and General
Co-Chair, Professional Liability and Co-Chair, Director and Officer Practice GroupsatConnell Foley LLP
Roseland New, NJ
Practicing business in Roseland since 1985.
- 41+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Karen Painter Randall is a co-chair, professional liability and co-chair, director and officer practice groups based in Roseland, NJ. The practice focuses on Business, Civil Rights, and General. Karen has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Connell Foley LLP.
- Based in
- Roseland, NJ
- Experience
- over 41 years
- Known for
- Business · Civil Rights · General
- Handles Business, Civil Rights, and General matters from Roseland, NJ.
- Over 41 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Karen Painter Randall: Karen Painter Randall is a co-chair, professional liability and co-chair, director and officer practice groups based in Roseland, NJ. The practice focuses on Business, Civil Rights, and General. Karen has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Connell Foley LLP.
Areas of practice
Karen's practice areas in Roseland
Karen concentrates on business, civil rights, general, hoa, and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Karen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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General
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HOA
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Medical Malpractice
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Nursing Home
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Product Liability
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Elder Law
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Business cases in Roseland, New Jersey
Karen takes business matters in Roseland, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Karen agrees to represent you.
Civil Rights cases in Roseland, New Jersey
Karen takes civil rights matters in Roseland, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Karen agrees to represent you.
General cases in Roseland, New Jersey
Karen takes general matters in Roseland, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Karen agrees to represent you.
HOA cases in Roseland, New Jersey
Karen takes hoa matters in Roseland, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Karen agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Roseland, New Jersey
Karen takes insurance matters in Roseland, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Karen agrees to represent you.
Biography
Karen Painter Randall, business attorney serving Roseland
Karen Painter Randall is a co-chair, professional liability and co-chair, director and officer practice groups based in Roseland, NJ. The practice focuses on Business, Civil Rights, and General. Karen has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Connell Foley LLP. Karen works from Roseland, New Jersey and takes on business matters across the region.
Karen Painter Randall is a lawyer practicing architects and engineers malpractice, business litigation, civil and 12 other areas of law. Karen received a B.A. degree from University of South Carolina in 1978, and has been licensed for 41 years. Karen practices at Connell Foley LLP in Roseland, NJ.
How Karen handles business matters
Karen Painter Randall is a lawyer practicing architects and engineers malpractice, business litigation, civil and 12 other areas of law. Karen received a B.A. degree from University of South Carolina in 1978, and has been licensed for 41 years. Karen practices at Connell Foley LLP in Roseland, NJ.
The kind of cases Karen takes
Karen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, civil rights, and general matters in Roseland and the surrounding New Jersey area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Karen studied and practices
University of South Carolina
J.D. Honors · 1984
University of South Carolina
B.A. Honors · 1978
Jurisdictions
Karen's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1989 · ACTIVE
New Jersey
1985 · ACTIVE
Karen studied at J.D. Honors in University of South Carolina and B.A. Honors in University of South Carolina.
Law school and academic background
Karen completed J.D. Honors in University of South Carolina and B.A. Honors in University of South Carolina. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Karen runs in New Jersey is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Karen's professional memberships and bar associations
Essex County, Bergen County
Member, Judicial Performance Committee), New Jersey State (Chair, Standing Committee, Insurance Benefits Member, Lawyers Malpractice Member, Election Law) and American (Co-Chair, Professional Liability, Director and Officer and Emerging Issues Sub-Committ · membership
Locations
Karen Painter Randall's office in Roseland
Karen's primary office is at 56 Livingston Avenue, Roseland, NJ, 07068. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Karen Painter Randall — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Karen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Karen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Karen's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Karen will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Roseland, New Jersey
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Karen
Karen discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Karen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Karen's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Karen Painter Randall
How much does it cost to hire Karen for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Karen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Karen offer a free consultation?
Karen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Karen's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Karen's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in New Jersey typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Karen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Karen take my case if I'm outside Roseland?
Karen is licensed in New Jersey. Matters governed by New Jersey law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Karen will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Karen?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Karen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Karen accepting new business clients right now?
Karen's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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