May 2025 – Karen Fackler, Esq.

Karen Fackler graduated from Ithaca College with a B.S. in Telecommunications Management, initially aspiring to be a journalist. She earned her J.D. from Hofstra University and began her legal career as a public defender in Suffolk County. She continued her passion for advocacy and community support through her work in elder care, both personally and professionally as well as her advocacy for Long Island youth as a foster parent for the Dept. of Social Services. Karen is currently a Special Prosecutor in the Village of Hempstead.

Since March of 2024, Ms. Fackler has been an invaluable volunteer attorney with Legal Services of Long Island, providing essential guidance to families seeking a 17A Guardianship process for their disabled children. Her participation in the organization’s new 17A Guardianship Clinic last December further demonstrated her commitment to helping others in need. Karen has been an integral part of this developing program, helping numerous families navigate the complex legal process of securing guardianship for their children.

Congratulations to Karen Fackler on being honored this month as the Pro Bono Lawyer of the month by the Suffolk County Bar Association.