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KAREN E. ROSELLI

New Orleans,LA

Summary

Accomplished attorney with over 40 years of experience in federal, state, and local government law, environmental and regulatory compliance, commercial litigation, land use and zoning, contracts, and complex transactional matters. Demonstrated expertise in regulatory law, environmental and real estate issues, municipal representation, and civil works legal support. Trusted advisor to public agencies and private clients; proven track record in litigation, policy development, and intergovernmental coordination.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant District Counsel

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
New Orleans, USA
02.2010 - Current
  • Lead counsel on civil works projects, specializing in flood control and ecosystem restoration initiatives.
  • Provide legal analysis on environmental, regulatory, federal authority, real estate, and contract matters.
  • Draft and review major planning and compliance documents including NEPA reports, EISs, MOAs, and real estate instruments.
  • Support DOJ in litigation involving Corps projects and regulatory matters.

Partner

Law Offices of Baird & Roselli
Palm Beach Gardens, USA
04.2001 - 12.2009
  • Lead counsel in complex litigation, land use, telecommunications, and transactional matters.
  • Advised corporate and municipal clients on regulatory compliance and land development.

Partner/Owner

Law Offices of Karen E. Roselli
West Palm Beach, USA
07.1999 - 04.2001
  • Litigation and transactional practice focused on telecommunications, real estate, and government permitting.
  • Drafted and negotiated contracts, leases, and regulatory filings.
  • Represented clients including Sprint-Nextel before municipal boards, commissions, and zoning authorities.

Senior Litigation Associate

Becker & Poliakoff, P.A.
West Palm Beach, USA
07.1993 - 07.1999
  • Commercial litigation and appellate counsel with AV-rated law firm.
  • Handled high-stakes corporate, contract, condominium, and land use disputes.
  • Served as outside special counsel to Palm Beach County on zoning and code enforcement matters.

Assistant City Attorney

City of Coral Springs
Coral Springs, USA
02.1988 - 07.1994
  • In-house legal advisor to City Commission and departments.
  • Drafted and negotiated contracts, leases, ordinances, procurement documents, and real estate agreements.
  • Handled municipal prosecutions, litigation, and appellate matters.

Trial & Appellate Attorney

Krupnick, Campbell, Malone, Roselli & Slama
Fort Lauderdale, USA
05.1985 - 08.1987
  • AV-rated plaintiff's firm specializing in aviation and product liability cases.
  • Litigated complex torts in state and federal courts, including appellate matters.

Education

J.D. - Law

Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad School of Law
Fort Lauderdale, FL
05-1985

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science & English Literature

Tulane University
New Orleans, LA
05-1980

Skills

  • Legal research, writing and analysis, Westlaw, Lexis, Excel
  • Case management, discovery, trial and administrative procedure preparation and dispute resolution
  • Regulatory and environmental compliance and risk management
  • Drafting and review of contracts and other legal instruments
  • Client advice and management, counseling and timely communication

Publications

  • Florida Statutes 627.727: Is the Statutory Right to Reject Uninsured Motorist Coverage Really a Right at All?, Nova Law Journal, 8, 145
  • Temporary Regulatory Takings, Florida Environmental and Land Use Law Journal, 1999, Supplements 2004, 2007, 2008, 2009

Volunteer Experience

  • National Disaster Rescue Team, Humane Society of the United States
  • Louisiana State Animal Rescue Team
  • Marine Mammal Conservancy Rescue Team
  • Legal Advisor and Transport Coordinator, Southern States Rescued Rottweilers

Court Memberships

  • U.S. District Court for the Southern and Middle Districts of Florida
  • U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit

Bar Admissions

Florida Bar No. 473235, 05/01/85

Timeline

Assistant District Counsel

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
02.2010 - Current

Partner

Law Offices of Baird & Roselli
04.2001 - 12.2009

Partner/Owner

Law Offices of Karen E. Roselli
07.1999 - 04.2001

Senior Litigation Associate

Becker & Poliakoff, P.A.
07.1993 - 07.1999

Assistant City Attorney

City of Coral Springs
02.1988 - 07.1994

Trial & Appellate Attorney

Krupnick, Campbell, Malone, Roselli & Slama
05.1985 - 08.1987

J.D. - Law

Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad School of Law

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science & English Literature

Tulane University

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