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Catherine Elizabeth Koss, Employment Attorney in Burlingame, California

Over 20 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Estate Litigation, and Litigation

Principal

Burlingame, CA

Practicing employment in Burlingame since 2006.

20+
Years practicing
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Catherine Elizabeth Koss is a principal based in Burlingame, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, Estate Litigation, and Litigation. Catherine has over 20 years of legal experience.

Based in
Burlingame, CA
Experience
over 20 years
Known for
Employment · Estate Litigation · Litigation
  • Handles Employment, Estate Litigation, and Litigation matters from Burlingame, CA.
  • Over 20 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Catherine Elizabeth Koss: Catherine Elizabeth Koss is a principal based in Burlingame, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, Estate Litigation, and Litigation. Catherine has over 20 years of legal experience.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Catherine takes on

Catherine concentrates on employment, estate litigation, litigation, probate, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Catherine handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Employment cases in Burlingame, California

Catherine takes employment matters in Burlingame, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Catherine agrees to represent you.

Estate Litigation cases in Burlingame, California

Catherine takes estate litigation matters in Burlingame, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Catherine agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Burlingame, California

Catherine takes litigation matters in Burlingame, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Catherine agrees to represent you.

Probate cases in Burlingame, California

Catherine takes probate matters in Burlingame, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Catherine agrees to represent you.

Trusts cases in Burlingame, California

Catherine takes trusts matters in Burlingame, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Catherine agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Catherine Elizabeth Koss — employment lawyer in Burlingame

Catherine Elizabeth Koss is a principal based in Burlingame, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, Estate Litigation, and Litigation. Catherine has over 20 years of legal experience.

Catherine Elizabeth Koss is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, estate litigation, contested trusts and estates and 6 other areas of law. Catherine received a B.A. degree from University of Alaska Fairbanks in 1997, and has been licensed for 20 years. Catherine practices in Burlingame, CA.

Working with Catherine on a employment matter

Catherine Elizabeth Koss is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, estate litigation, contested trusts and estates and 6 other areas of law. Catherine received a B.A. degree from University of Alaska Fairbanks in 1997, and has been licensed for 20 years. Catherine practices in Burlingame, CA.

Who Catherine represents

Catherine reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, estate litigation, and litigation matters in Burlingame and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law

    J.D. Tax · 2006

  • University of Alaska Fairbanks

    B.A. Political · 1997

Jurisdictions

Catherine's state bar admissions

  • U.S. District Court,

    2007 · ACTIVE

  • California

    2006 · ACTIVE

Catherine studied at J.D. Tax in University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law and B.A. Political in University of Alaska Fairbanks.

Law school and academic background

Catherine completed J.D. Tax in University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law and B.A. Political in University of Alaska Fairbanks. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Catherine runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Catherine's professional memberships and bar associations

  • State Bar of California

    Member, Trust and Estates Section) San Mateo County Bar Association (Member · membership

Locations

Catherine Elizabeth Koss's office in Burlingame

Catherine's primary office is at 533 Airport Blvd Ste 400, Burlingame, CA, 94010-2013. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

533 Airport Blvd Ste 400

Burlingame, CA 94010-2013

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Hiring guide

How to hire Catherine Elizabeth Koss — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Catherine usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Catherine charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Catherine'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; Catherine will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a employment attorney in Burlingame, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Catherine

Catherine discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every employment 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. Catherine confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Catherine's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Catherine Elizabeth Koss

  • How much does it cost to hire Catherine for a employment case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Catherine walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Catherine offer a free consultation?

    Catherine charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Catherine's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Catherine's current terms during booking.

  • How long do employment cases in California typically take?

    Simple employment 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. Catherine gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Catherine take my case if I'm outside Burlingame?

    Catherine is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Catherine 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 Catherine?

    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. Catherine will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Catherine accepting new employment clients right now?

    Catherine's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Employment attorneys serving Burlingame, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California

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