Karlene Manley

Karlene’s practice covers a wide range of complex litigation — including products liability, toxic torts (asbestos, benzene, PFAS), premises liability, and construction matters. Her approach is grounded in listening: she takes time to understand each client’s goals and business context, then develops strategies precisely tailored to their needs. Her outside-the-box legal thinking and persuasive courtroom presence have earned her a strong reputation among peers and courts alike in Massachusetts.

Before joining CMBG³, Karlene spent over sixteen years at a Boston-based firm as associate, law clerk, and paralegal — developing deep expertise in toxic tort defense across asbestos, talc, and benzene matters, and building the experience base that makes her a valuable asset for clients navigating the most complex corners of litigation.