Warwick, NY – Karen Amundson, a seasoned attorney and current town justice in Warwick, has officially announced her candidacy for the position of Orange County Court Judge. The upcoming election in November 2025 will see voters deciding on two available seats within the county’s judiciary.
With a robust legal background spanning over two decades, Amundson brings a wealth of experience to her bid for the bench. She embarked on her legal career in 2000 after obtaining her law degree from Pace Law School and an undergraduate degree from Binghamton University. Her early professional years were spent at the Orange County District Attorney’s Office where she served as an assistant district attorney.
In 2007, Amundson transitioned to a role at the Orange County Legal Aid Society, advocating for defendants as a public defense attorney. This position marked a significant shift from her prosecutorial work, providing her with a broader perspective of the criminal justice system. Her deepening commitment to legal service led her to open her own practice in Warwick, further anchoring her ties to the community.
Amundson’s judicial experience is also notable. She began her first term as a town justice in Warwick in January 2024, during which she has presided over more than 125 arraignments and a jury trial as part of her duties in the Centralized Arraignment Part. Her responsibilities extend beyond her private practice and judicial duties; currently, she serves as an assistant county attorney in Goshen at the Orange County Attorney’s Office.
Her academic contributions include a stint as an adjunct professor in the Criminal Justice Department at Orange County Community College, where she imparted legal knowledge to aspiring law enforcement professionals and legal practitioners.
In expressing her aspirations for the county court position, Amundson stated, “It would be an honor and privilege to serve Orange County as the next County Court Judge. My 24 years of practicing criminal law in Orange County and serving as a judge demonstrates my commitment to our community.”
As the election approaches, Amundson’s campaign will likely highlight her extensive experience in multiple facets of the law, her education credentials, and her ongoing commitment to community service through her roles in public defense and education.
The forthcoming election not only represents a pivotal moment for Amundson’s career but also for the residents of Orange County, who will decide who will wield the gavel in their courtrooms for the next term.
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