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Catherine H Song, Business Attorney in San Francisco, California

Over 18 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Employment, and General

AssociateatBaker & McKenzie LLP

San Francisco, CA

Practicing business in San Francisco since 2008.

18+
Years practicing
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Catherine H Song is an associate based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and General. Catherine has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Baker & McKenzie LLP.

Based in
San Francisco, CA
Experience
over 18 years
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Business · Employment · General
  • Handles Business, Employment, and General matters from San Francisco, CA.
  • Over 18 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Catherine H Song: Catherine H Song is an associate based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and General. Catherine has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Baker & McKenzie LLP.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Catherine takes on

Catherine concentrates on business, employment, general, and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Catherine handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in San Francisco, California

Catherine takes business matters in San Francisco, 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.

Employment cases in San Francisco, California

Catherine takes employment matters in San Francisco, 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.

General cases in San Francisco, California

Catherine takes general matters in San Francisco, 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.

Tax cases in San Francisco, California

Catherine takes tax matters in San Francisco, 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 H Song — business lawyer in San Francisco

Catherine H Song is an associate based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and General. Catherine has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Baker & McKenzie LLP.

Catherine H Song is a lawyer practicing compensation & employment, global equity services, law practice mgmt and 3 other areas of law. Catherine received a B.A. degree from Columbia University, and has been licensed for 18 years. Catherine practices at Baker & McKenzie LLP in San Francisco, CA.

Working with Catherine on a business matter

Catherine H Song is a lawyer practicing compensation & employment, global equity services, law practice mgmt and 3 other areas of law. Catherine received a B.A. degree from Columbia University, and has been licensed for 18 years. Catherine practices at Baker & McKenzie LLP in San Francisco, CA.

Clients Catherine works with

Catherine reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment, and general matters in San Francisco and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law

    J.D. · 2006

  • Columbia University B.A. History

Jurisdictions

Catherine's state bar admissions

  • New York

    2022 · ACTIVE

  • District of Columbia

    2021 · ACTIVE

  • California

    2008 · ACTIVE

Catherine studied at J.D. in Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law and — in Columbia University B.A. History.

Law school and academic background

Catherine completed J.D. in Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law and — in Columbia University B.A. History. 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.

Locations

Catherine H Song's office in San Francisco

Catherine's primary office is at 2 Embarcadero Center, Ste. 1100, San Francisco, CA, 94111-3802. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Baker & McKenzie LLP

2 Embarcadero Center, Ste. 1100

San Francisco, CA 94111-3802

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Hiring guide

How to hire Catherine H Song — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business 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 business attorney in San Francisco, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 business practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business 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 business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Catherine H Song

  • How much does it cost to hire Catherine for a business 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 business attorneys offer free consults — check Catherine's current terms during booking.

  • How long do business cases in California typically take?

    Simple business 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 San Francisco?

    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 business 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

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