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Catherine Sun, General Attorney in Mclean, Virginia

Over 34 years of legal practice · focused on General, Internet, and IP

Mclean, VA

Practicing general in Mclean since 1992.

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Catherine Sun is an attorney based in McLean, VA. The practice focuses on General, Internet, and IP. Catherine has over 34 years of legal experience.

Based in
McLean, VA
Experience
over 34 years
Known for
General · Internet · IP
  • Handles General, Internet, and IP matters from McLean, VA.
  • Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Catherine Sun: Catherine Sun is an attorney based in McLean, VA. The practice focuses on General, Internet, and IP. Catherine has over 34 years of legal experience.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Catherine takes on

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

General cases in Mclean, Virginia

Catherine takes general matters in Mclean, Virginia. 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.

Internet cases in Mclean, Virginia

Catherine takes internet matters in Mclean, Virginia. 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.

IP cases in Mclean, Virginia

Catherine takes ip matters in Mclean, Virginia. 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 Sun — general lawyer in Mclean

Catherine Sun is an attorney based in McLean, VA. The practice focuses on General, Internet, and IP. Catherine has over 34 years of legal experience.

Catherine Sun is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, licensing, internet law and 1 other area of law. Catherine has been licensed for 34 years. Catherine practices in McLean, VA.

Catherine's approach to general cases

Catherine Sun is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, licensing, internet law and 1 other area of law. Catherine has been licensed for 34 years. Catherine practices in McLean, VA.

Clients Catherine works with

Catherine reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, internet, and ip matters in Mclean and the surrounding Virginia area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • George Washington University

    LL.M. Peking · 1996

Jurisdictions

Catherine's state bar admissions

  • Virginia

    2001 · ACTIVE

  • New York

    1997 · ACTIVE

  • China

    1992 · ACTIVE

Catherine studied at LL.M. Peking in George Washington University.

Law school and academic background

Catherine completed LL.M. Peking in George Washington University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Catherine runs in Virginia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Catherine Sun's office in McLean

Catherine's primary office is at 1600 Tysons Boulevard, McLean, VA, 22102. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

1600 Tysons Boulevard

McLean, VA 22102

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Hiring guide

How to hire Catherine Sun — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new general 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 general attorney in Mclean, Virginia

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 Catherine

Catherine 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. 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 general practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Catherine Sun

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

  • How long do general cases in Virginia 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. 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 Mclean?

    Catherine is licensed in Virginia. Matters governed by Virginia 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 general 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

General attorneys serving Mclean, Richmond and Alexandria in Virginia

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