09/14/2026
Meet Arielle Kafker — Appellate Attorney, New York City Office
Arielle is a Research, Writing, and Appeals attorney who brings diverse experience from both trial and appellate courts to her advocacy for survivors of s*xual abuse.
Before joining Herman Law, Arielle served as an Appellate Court Attorney at the Supreme Court of New York, Appellate Division, Second Department, where she wrote reports and drafted opinions for the Justices on civil, criminal, family, and administrative matters. She also clerked for a Superior Court Judge in New Jersey, gaining insight into litigation at the trial level. That combined experience, understanding how cases move through the courts and how judges analyze complex legal issues, makes her a powerful advocate for survivors navigating the legal system.
Arielle earned her Juris Doctor from American University Washington College of Law on a full merit scholarship and served as a Note and Comment Editor on the Administrative Law Review. She continues to do pro bono work for Stand With Us, demonstrating her commitment to fighting for justice and accountability.
We're proud to have Arielle's appellate expertise and dedication to survivors on our team.