Catherine Mary Stites, Environmental Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 29 years of legal practice
Dep. Gen. Coun.
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing environmental in Los Angeles since 1997.
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- Years practicing
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Catherine Mary Stites is a dep. gen. coun. based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Environmental. Catherine has over 29 years of legal experience.
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- Handles Environmental matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 29 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Catherine Mary Stites: Catherine Mary Stites is a dep. gen. coun. based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Environmental. Catherine has over 29 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Catherine Mary Stites
Catherine concentrates on environmental. Each area below outlines the kind of case Catherine handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Environmental cases in Los Angeles, California
Catherine takes environmental matters in Los Angeles, 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
About Catherine Mary Stites — Over 29 years of California environmental experience
Catherine Mary Stites is a dep. gen. coun. based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Environmental. Catherine has over 29 years of legal experience.
Catherine Mary Stites is a lawyer practicing environmental, environmental law. Catherine received a B.A. degree from University of California at Irvine in 1992, and has been licensed for 29 years. Catherine practices in Los Angeles, CA.
Catherine's approach to environmental cases
Catherine Mary Stites is a lawyer practicing environmental, environmental law. Catherine received a B.A. degree from University of California at Irvine in 1992, and has been licensed for 29 years. Catherine practices in Los Angeles, CA.
Clients Catherine works with
Catherine reviews new inquiries case-by-case for environmental matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Catherine Mary Stites's legal education and bar admissions
Washington University
J.D. · 1996
University of California at Irvine
B.A. · 1992
Jurisdictions
Catherine's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1999 · ACTIVE
California
1997 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1997 · ACTIVE
Catherine studied at J.D. in Washington University and B.A. in University of California at Irvine.
Law school and academic background
Catherine completed J.D. in Washington University and B.A. in University of California at Irvine. 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 Mary Stites's office in Los Angeles
Catherine's primary office is at 700 N Alameda St Rm 11 111, Los Angeles, CA, 90012-3352. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Catherine Mary Stites — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new environmental 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 environmental attorney in Los Angeles, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many environmental 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 environmental practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every environmental 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 environmental practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Catherine Mary Stites
How much does it cost to hire Catherine for a environmental 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 environmental attorneys offer free consults — check Catherine's current terms during booking.
How long do environmental cases in California typically take?
Simple environmental 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 Los Angeles?
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 environmental 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
Environmental attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Catherine handles environmental matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified environmental attorneys in that community.
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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