Atty. Katherine Ellen Bell

Atty. Katherine Ellen Bell

Katherine Ellen Bell is a lawyer practicing asset securitization and structured finance, bankruptcy litigation, finance and 4 other areas of law. Katherine received a B.A. degree from University of California Irvine in 1998, and has been licensed for 25 years.

Costa Mesa Costa Mesa 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About Katherine Ellen Bell at a glance

Katherine Ellen Bell is an Associate, Corporate Department based in Costa Mesa, California, practicing at Paul Hastings LLP. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, and chapter 11. Admitted to practice in California (2001). Educated at Cornell Law School (J.D., 2001) and University of California Irvine (B.A., 1998). Serands clients in Costa Mesa, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Katherine Ellen Bell is a lawyer practicing asset securitization and structured finance, bankruptcy litigation, finance and 4 other areas of law
  • Katherine received a B.A. degree from University of California Irvine in 1998, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • Katherine practices at Paul Hastings LLP in Costa Mesa, CA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Katherine Ellen Bell's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

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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 Costa Mesa 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 Katherine Ellen Bell

Where is Katherine Ellen Bell's law office located?
Katherine Ellen Bell's law practice is located in Costa Mesa, California. The firm is Paul Hastings LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Katherine Ellen Bell handle?
Katherine Ellen Bell focuses on business, bankruptcy, chapter 11. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Katherine Ellen Bell practiced law?
Katherine Ellen Bell has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Katherine Ellen Bell go to law school?
Katherine Ellen Bell earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.A., 1998).
How can I contact Katherine Ellen Bell for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Cornell Law School
- 2001
B.A.
University of California Irvine
- 1998

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2001

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