Atty. Catherine Ellen Cutler

Atty. Catherine Ellen Cutler

Catherine Ellen Cutler is a lawyer practicing environmental litigation and compliance, land use, environmental law and 2 other areas of law. Catherine received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Orinda Orinda 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Catherine Ellen Cutler at a glance

Catherine Ellen Cutler is a Calif Costal Comm. based in Orinda, California. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on zoning, litigation, and environmental. Admitted to practice in California (1987) and District of Columbia (1990). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1987) and Yale University (B.A., 1983). Serands clients in Orinda, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Catherine Ellen Cutler is a lawyer practicing environmental litigation and compliance, land use, environmental law and 2 other areas of law
  • Catherine received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Catherine practices in Orinda, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Catherine Ellen Cutler's Areas of Practice

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

Land Use & Zoning

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Civil Litigation

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Environmental 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 Orinda 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 Ellen Cutler

Where is Catherine Ellen Cutler's law office located?
Catherine Ellen Cutler's law practice is located in Orinda, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Catherine Ellen Cutler handle?
Catherine Ellen Cutler focuses on zoning, litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Catherine Ellen Cutler practiced law?
Catherine Ellen Cutler has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Catherine Ellen Cutler go to law school?
Catherine Ellen Cutler earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Catherine Ellen Cutler for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 1987
B.A.
Yale University
- 1983

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1987
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1990

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