Karen Bernofsky

Karen Bernofsky

Associate

Karen Bernofsky
Contact Information

Karen Bernofsky

Associate


T 416.865.3326

F 416.865.6636

E kbernofsky@grllp.com

Education

Juris Doctor, Osgoode Hall Law School, 2016
Bar Admission

Ontario, 2017
About Gardiner Roberts LLP

For over 100 years, Gardiner Roberts has combined the benefits of a full-service law firm with the dexterity of a mid-sized one. Our focused, cross-disciplinary, one-team approach and commitment to understand your business joins our relevant expertise, immediacy and dedication to providing client-centric, hands-on service. 100% Canadian and fully independent, we offer a level of overall efficiency and cost-effectiveness that larger firms can't touch. Resisting "cookie-cutter" law, Gardiner Roberts has built its name - one rewarding client relationship at a time.

Executive Summary

Karen Bernofsky is a seasoned commercial litigator and workplace investigator with a proven track record of delivering results for her clients. Karen has a deep understanding of complex legal issues, including issues that intersect with criminal law and administrative/regulatory issues. With a strong emphasis on efficiency and practicality, Karen works to understand every client’s needs and priorities so that she can deliver solutions that drive results without compromising the client’s bottom line.

A tenacious advocate, Karen has successfully represented clients in a wide range of high-stakes litigation matters at all levels of court in Canada, at administrative tribunals, at disciplinary committees, and in the Federal Court. Her experience extends to both trial and appellate courts, ensuring comprehensive legal representation at every stage of the litigation process; but always with a focus on the client’s end-goals. Karen’s practice includes complex professional negligence and fraud matters, defamation law, and privacy law.

Beyond litigation, Karen is a skilled workplace investigator who conducts thorough and impartial investigations into allegations of harassment, discrimination, and misconduct. Her ability to gather evidence, interview witnesses, and analyze complex situations allows her to provide clear, dependable, and actionable reports.

Karen is committed to providing exceptional client service and building strong relationships with her clients. She believes in open communication, transparency, honesty, and personalized attention to every case.

Expertise

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Professional Involvement
  • Current member at large, The Advocates Society’s Appellate Advocacy Practice Group
  • Past member of the Young Advocates’ Standing Committee of the The Advocates’ Society
  • Past co-editor of the Friends Who Argue Podcast