Kathie J. Russell

 

Continental Who’s Who recognizes Kathie J. Russell as a Pinnacle Professional Member in the Legal field, as it relates to accounting. Russell serves as Controller at O’Connell & Aronowitz, which specializes in legal services for its clients. She has worked in this capacity for the past six years and brings over 36 years of field experience, as well as expertise in accounting, accounts payable, budgets, financial analysis, management and strategic planning, to her role. Additionally, Russell utilizes a multitude of other accounting related skills in her work. She works with budgets, Microsoft Excel, Due Diligence, internal controls and managerial finance.

“O’Connell and Aronowitz is one of the area’s oldest law firms, having first opened our doors with two attorneys in 1925,” the firm’s website states. “Since that time, the firm has grown to over 35 attorneys and is one of the Capital Region’s largest broad service firms, with offices in Albany, Latham, New York City, Plattsburgh and Saratoga Springs.” “Our attorneys provide representation and services in a broad range of disciplines and practice areas,” the website continues. “Unique to the area, O’Connell and Aronowitz offers clients the resources of a big-city firm, with the comfort and familiarity of a neighborhood lawyer.

 We have been at the forefront of precedent-setting federal and state litigation including successful representation of the hospital industry in two appeals before the United States Supreme Court.” Russell earned her Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Siena College. To further her professional development, she is a member of the National Association of Professional Women and ALA. Additionally, she serves as the Assistant Treasurer of Senior Services of Albany. When not working, Russell enjoys cooking, hiking and reading. She dedicates this recognition to the loving memory of her father, Robert Korthas; to her son, James; and to her mother, Violet Korthas. For more information, visit www.oalaw.com.