Atty. Kathy Kretchmer

Atty. Kathy Kretchmer

Kathy Kretchmer is a lawyer practicing environmental law, government law. Kathy received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan, and has been licensed for 48 years.

San Jose San Jose 48 yrs experience 48 year
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About Kathy Kretchmer at a glance

Kathy Kretchmer is a Dep. Co. Coun. based in San Jose, California. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on environmental and government. Admitted to practice in California (1978) and Wisconsin (1980). Educated at University of California Hastings College of the Law J.D. (—) and University of Michigan B.A. (—). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in San Jose, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Kathy Kretchmer is a lawyer practicing environmental law, government law
  • Kathy received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Kathy practices in San Jose, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Kathy Kretchmer's Areas of Practice

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

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Kathy Kretchmer is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in California →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Kathy Kretchmer is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in California →

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 Jose 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 Kathy Kretchmer's law office located?
Kathy Kretchmer's law practice is located in San Jose, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kathy Kretchmer handle?
Kathy Kretchmer focuses on environmental, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Kathy Kretchmer practiced law?
Kathy Kretchmer has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Kathy Kretchmer go to law school?
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What awards or recognition has Kathy Kretchmer received?
Kathy Kretchmer's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

University of California Hastings College of the Law J.D.
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University of Michigan B.A.
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Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1978
Wisconsin
Admitted: 1980

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