Atty. Catherine Chen

Atty. Catherine Chen

Catherine Chen is a lawyer practicing construction & development, contracts & agreements, real estate and 3 other areas of law. Catherine received a A.B. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1996, and has been licensed for 25 years.

Oakland Oakland 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About Catherine Chen at a glance

Catherine Chen is an Associate based in Oakland, California, practicing at Mccarthy And Mccarthy Llp. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on contracts, personal injury, real estate, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in California (2001). Educated at University of California School of Law, Los Angeles (J.D., 2000) and University of California, Berkeley (A.B., 1996). Active member of Bar Association of San Francisco San Mateo County Bar Association State Bar of California Asian American Bar Association. Provides legal services in Korean. Serands clients in Oakland, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Catherine Chen is a lawyer practicing construction & development, contracts & agreements, real estate and 3 other areas of law
  • Catherine received a A.B. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1996, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • Catherine practices at McCarthy & McCarthy LLP in Oakland, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Catherine Chen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Catherine Chen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Real Estate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Oakland are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Catherine Chen

Where is Catherine Chen's law office located?
Catherine Chen's law practice is located in Oakland, California. The firm is Mccarthy And Mccarthy Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Catherine Chen handle?
Catherine Chen focuses on contracts, personal injury, real estate, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Catherine Chen practiced law?
Catherine Chen has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
What languages does Catherine Chen speak?
Catherine Chen provides legal services in Korean. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did Catherine Chen go to law school?
Catherine Chen earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (A.B., 1996).
How can I contact Catherine Chen for a consultation?
You can contact Catherine Chen directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D.
University of California School of Law, Los Angeles
- 2000
A.B.
University of California, Berkeley
- 1996

Languages

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2001

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