Atty. Catherine Sempepos

Atty. Catherine Sempepos

Catherine Sempepos is a lawyer practicing criminal law, family law, criminal defense. Catherine received a B.A. degree from Barnard College in 1963, and has been licensed for 25 years.

San Diego San Diego 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About Catherine Sempepos at a glance

Catherine Sempepos is a Member based in San Diego, California, practicing at Catherine Sempepos. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and family law. Admitted to practice in California (2001). Educated at Pepperdine University (J.D., 1998) and Barnard College (B.A., 1963). Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Catherine Sempepos is a lawyer practicing criminal law, family law, criminal defense
  • Catherine received a B.A. degree from Barnard College in 1963, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • Catherine practices at Catherine Sempepos in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Catherine Sempepos's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Family 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 San Diego 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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Where is Catherine Sempepos's law office located?
Catherine Sempepos's law practice is located in San Diego, California. The firm is Catherine Sempepos. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Catherine Sempepos handle?
Catherine Sempepos focuses on criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Catherine Sempepos practiced law?
Catherine Sempepos has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Catherine Sempepos go to law school?
Catherine Sempepos earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A., 1963).
How can I contact Catherine Sempepos for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Pepperdine University
- 1998
B.A.
Barnard College
- 1963

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2001

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