Karen Rodrigues
About Karen Rodrigues
Karen Rodrigues is an experienced editor and author currently working at Thomson Reuters, where she has held her position since 2012. She holds a Master of Laws from New York University School of Law and a Juris Doctor from The University of Texas School of Law, and previously served as Senior Counsel at Jackson Walker LLP for eight years.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Karen Rodrigues has been employed at Thomson Reuters as an Editor/Author Catalyst Federal since 2012. In this role, she has contributed to the development and dissemination of legal content, focusing on federal taxation. Her extensive experience in legal writing and editing has enabled her to produce high-quality materials that serve the needs of legal professionals.
Education and Expertise
Karen Rodrigues holds a Master of Laws (LLM) in Taxation from New York University School of Law, which she completed from 2003 to 2004. Prior to that, she earned her Juris Doctor (JD) from The University of Texas School of Law, studying from 2000 to 2003. Additionally, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Religion/Religious Studies from Haverford College, where she studied from 1995 to 1999. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in legal principles and taxation.
Background
Before joining Thomson Reuters, Karen Rodrigues worked as Senior Counsel at Jackson Walker LLP from 2004 to 2012 in the Dallas/Fort Worth Area. During her eight years at the firm, she gained significant experience in legal practice, particularly in areas related to taxation. This role allowed her to develop her skills in legal analysis and client representation.
Professional Experience
Karen Rodrigues has a diverse professional background in law, with significant experience in both legal practice and content creation. Her tenure at Jackson Walker LLP as Senior Counsel provided her with practical insights into the legal field, which she now applies in her editorial work at Thomson Reuters. This combination of practice and editorial expertise enhances her contributions to legal publications.