Atty. Catherine Starr
Catherine Starr is a lawyer practicing employment law, toxic torts. Catherine received a B.S. degree from University of California at Davis in 1979, and has been licensed for 30 years.
Employment Law & More Attorney · Serving Palos Verdes Estates, CA · 30+ Years Experience
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About Catherine Starr at a Glance
Catherine Starr is a personal injury and employment attorney based in Palos Verdes Estates, California. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Admitted to practice in California (1996) and U.S. District Court, District of California (1996). Educated at McGeorge School of Law (J.D., 1995) and University of California at Davis (B.S. University, 1979). Serves clients in Palos Verdes Estates, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Catherine Starr
- Catherine Starr is a lawyer practicing employment law, toxic torts
- Catherine received a B.S. degree from University of California at Davis in 1979, and has been licensed for 30 years
- Catherine practices in Palos Verdes Estates, CA
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Catherine Starr's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Catherine Starr handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Palos Verdes Estates.
Personal Injury in Palos Verdes Estates
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.
Catherine Starr is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →
Employment Law in Palos Verdes Estates
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Catherine Starr is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Palos Verdes Estates
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 Palos Verdes Estates 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 venue, 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.
Palos Verdes Estates Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Palos Verdes Estates-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Palos Verdes Estates Choose Catherine Starr
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Catherine Starr's practice in the field of personal injury and employment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Catherine Starr brings 30+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California and U.S. District Court, District of California, Catherine Starr can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury and employment, Catherine Starr can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Palos Verdes Estates
A Palos Verdes Estates-based practice means Catherine Starr attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Catherine Starr Handles in Palos Verdes Estates
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Catherine Starr has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Catherine Starr directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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