Caterina Cappellari, General Attorney in Atlanta, Georgia
Over 31 years of legal practice · focused on General and Immigration
AssociateatGreenberg Traurig, LLP
Atlanta, GA
Practicing general in Atlanta since 1995.
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Caterina Cappellari is an associate based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on General and Immigration. Caterina has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
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- Handles General and Immigration matters from Atlanta, GA.
- Over 31 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Caterina Cappellari: Caterina Cappellari is an associate based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on General and Immigration. Caterina has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Caterina Cappellari
Caterina concentrates on general and immigration. Each area below outlines the kind of case Caterina handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Caterina takes general matters in Atlanta, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Caterina agrees to represent you.
Immigration cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Caterina takes immigration matters in Atlanta, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Caterina agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Caterina Cappellari — Over 31 years of Georgia general experience
Caterina Cappellari is an associate based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on General and Immigration. Caterina has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
Caterina Cappellari focuses her practice on employment-based immigration as well as nonimmigrant work and investor visas, including: H-1B “specialty occupations” visas; TN Professionals Under the North American Free Trade Agreement visas; E-2 investor visas; L-1A visas for executives and managers; L-1B visas for workers with specialized knowledge; O visas for “extraordinary ability;” and R-1 Temporary Nonimmigrant Religious Workers visas.
She also assists clients with labor certifications (PERM), interviews at USCIS, 601/601A waivers, U-visas, consular processing, naturalizations, and removal proceedings.
Concentrations
•Business and professional visa cases
•Immigrant visa petitions (employment and family based)
•Permanent residency applications
•Family-based petitions
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Accolades
•Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, 'Ones to Watch,' Immigration Law, 2024-2026
How Caterina handles general matters
Caterina Cappellari focuses her practice on employment-based immigration as well as nonimmigrant work and investor visas, including: H-1B “specialty occupations” visas; TN Professionals Under the North American Free Trade Agreement visas; E-2 investor visas; L-1A visas for executives and managers; L-1B visas for workers with specialized knowledge; O visas for “extraordinary ability;” and R-1…
Who Caterina represents
Caterina reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general and immigration matters in Atlanta and the surrounding Georgia area.
Credentials
Caterina Cappellari's legal education and bar admissions
New York University School of Law
LL.M. International · 2005
Graduate School of Business Administration – ESAN, Lima, Peru
M.B.A. Business · 2001
Jurisdictions
Caterina's state bar admissions
New York
1995 · ACTIVE
Caterina studied at LL.M. International in New York University School of Law and M.B.A. Business in Graduate School of Business Administration – ESAN, Lima, Peru.
Law school and academic background
Caterina completed LL.M. International in New York University School of Law and M.B.A. Business in Graduate School of Business Administration – ESAN, Lima, Peru. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Caterina runs in Georgia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Caterina Cappellari's office in Atlanta
Caterina's primary office is at Terminus 200, Terminus 200, 3333 Piedmont Road NE, Suite 2500, Atlanta, GA, 30305. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Greenberg Traurig, LLP
Terminus 200, Terminus 200, 3333 Piedmont Road NE, Suite 2500
Atlanta, GA 30305
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How to hire Caterina Cappellari — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Caterina usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Caterina charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Caterina's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Caterina will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Atlanta, Georgia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Caterina
Caterina discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Caterina confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Caterina's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Caterina Cappellari
How much does it cost to hire Caterina for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Caterina walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Caterina offer a free consultation?
Caterina charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Caterina's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Caterina's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Georgia typically take?
Simple general matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Caterina gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Caterina take my case if I'm outside Atlanta?
Caterina is licensed in Georgia. Matters governed by Georgia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Caterina will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Caterina?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Caterina will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Caterina accepting new general clients right now?
Caterina's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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