Keyonte Sutherland

Keyonte Sutherland serves as a partner at EEP Law, concentrating her practice on personal injury, civil rights matters and employment discrimination. Based in New York, New York, she is admitted to practice in the State of New York and is fully prepared to represent clients in both state and federal venues, bringing to bear the practical skills and compassionate dedication that have defined her career.

Ms. Sutherland earned her Bachelor of Arts at Amherst College before receiving her Juris Doctor from Fordham University School of Law. From her earliest days at Amherst College through her final exams at Fordham University School of Law, she committed herself to rigorous analysis and persuasive advocacy. Upon graduation, she joined the New York City Law Department’s Tort Division, where she managed a full docket and guided cases from initial complaint through settlement or trial. Today, she brings that same tenacity and attention to detail to every matter she accepts.

Ms. Sutherland approaches each new representation with careful listening and thoughtful inquiry. She takes the time to learn not just the facts of an incident but also the personal and professional impact on individuals and families. This deep understanding informs the strategies she designs, whether negotiating with insurance carriers or preparing detailed pretrial submissions. By cultivating open lines of communication, she ensures her clients remain informed and empowered throughout the legal process.

In litigation, Ms. Sutherland is equally at ease in depositions, motions hearings and the courtroom. When complex procedural or substantive questions arise, she draws on her years of experience in municipal practice to anticipate challenges and adapt quickly. Her colleagues and opposing counsel alike recognize her as a determined advocate who upholds professional courtesy even amid high-pressure disputes.