Katayoun Cathy Kazemi, Contracts Attorney in San Diego, California
Over 23 years of legal practice · focused on Contracts, IP, and Litigation
San Diego, CA
Practicing contracts in San Diego since 2003.
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Katayoun Cathy Kazemi is an attorney based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Contracts, IP, and Litigation. Katayoun has over 23 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- San Diego, CA
- Experience
- over 23 years
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- Contracts · IP · Litigation
- Handles Contracts, IP, and Litigation matters from San Diego, CA.
- Over 23 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Katayoun Cathy Kazemi: Katayoun Cathy Kazemi is an attorney based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Contracts, IP, and Litigation. Katayoun has over 23 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Katayoun Cathy Kazemi
Katayoun concentrates on contracts, ip, litigation, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Katayoun handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Contracts
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IP
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Litigation
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Real Estate
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Contracts cases in San Diego, California
Katayoun takes contracts matters in San Diego, 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 Katayoun agrees to represent you.
IP cases in San Diego, California
Katayoun takes ip matters in San Diego, 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 Katayoun agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in San Diego, California
Katayoun takes litigation matters in San Diego, 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 Katayoun agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in San Diego, California
Katayoun takes real estate matters in San Diego, 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 Katayoun agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Katayoun Cathy Kazemi — Over 23 years of California contracts experience
Katayoun Cathy Kazemi is an attorney based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Contracts, IP, and Litigation. Katayoun has over 23 years of legal experience.
Katayoun Cathy Kazemi is a lawyer practicing litigation, real estate, contracts & agreements and 1 other area of law. Katayoun received a B.A. degree from Brandeis University in 1999, and has been licensed for 23 years. Katayoun practices in San Diego, CA.
Katayoun's approach to contracts cases
Katayoun Cathy Kazemi is a lawyer practicing litigation, real estate, contracts & agreements and 1 other area of law. Katayoun received a B.A. degree from Brandeis University in 1999, and has been licensed for 23 years. Katayoun practices in San Diego, CA.
The kind of cases Katayoun takes
Katayoun reviews new inquiries case-by-case for contracts, ip, and litigation matters in San Diego and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Katayoun Cathy Kazemi's legal education and bar admissions
Boston University School of Law
J.D. · 2002
Brandeis University
B.A. · 1999
Jurisdictions
Katayoun's state bar admissions
Massachusetts
2004 · ACTIVE
California
2003 · ACTIVE
Katayoun studied at J.D. in Boston University School of Law and B.A. in Brandeis University.
Law school and academic background
Katayoun completed J.D. in Boston University School of Law and B.A. in Brandeis University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Katayoun runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Katayoun Cathy Kazemi's office in San Diego
Katayoun's primary office is at 7770 Regents Rd Ste 113-160, San Diego, CA, 92122. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Katayoun Cathy Kazemi — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new contracts attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Katayoun usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Katayoun charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Katayoun'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; Katayoun will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a contracts attorney in San Diego, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many contracts 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 Katayoun
Katayoun discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in contracts practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every contracts 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. Katayoun confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Katayoun's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many contracts practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Katayoun Cathy Kazemi
How much does it cost to hire Katayoun for a contracts case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Katayoun walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Katayoun offer a free consultation?
Katayoun charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Katayoun's office. Some contracts attorneys offer free consults — check Katayoun's current terms during booking.
How long do contracts cases in California typically take?
Simple contracts 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. Katayoun gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Katayoun take my case if I'm outside San Diego?
Katayoun 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 — Katayoun 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 Katayoun?
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. Katayoun will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Katayoun accepting new contracts clients right now?
Katayoun's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Contracts attorneys serving San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Katayoun handles contracts matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified contracts attorneys in that community.
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 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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