Katherine Ann Carey, Business Attorney in Corona Del Mar, California
Over 47 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Consumer, and General · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Corona Del Mar, CA
Practicing business in Corona Del Mar since 1979.
- 47+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Katherine Ann Carey is an attorney based in Corona Del Mar, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Consumer, and General. Katherine has over 47 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Corona Del Mar, CA
- Experience
- over 47 years
- Known for
- Business · Consumer · General
- Handles Business, Consumer, and General matters from Corona Del Mar, CA.
- Over 47 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Katherine Ann Carey: Katherine Ann Carey is an attorney based in Corona Del Mar, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Consumer, and General. Katherine has over 47 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Katherine takes on
Katherine concentrates on business, consumer, general, insurance, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Katherine handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in Corona Del Mar, California
Katherine takes business matters in Corona Del Mar, 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 Katherine agrees to represent you.
Consumer cases in Corona Del Mar, California
Katherine takes consumer matters in Corona Del Mar, 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 Katherine agrees to represent you.
General cases in Corona Del Mar, California
Katherine takes general matters in Corona Del Mar, 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 Katherine agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Corona Del Mar, California
Katherine takes insurance matters in Corona Del Mar, 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 Katherine agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Corona Del Mar, California
Katherine takes litigation matters in Corona Del Mar, 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 Katherine agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Katherine Ann Carey — business lawyer in Corona Del Mar
Katherine Ann Carey is an attorney based in Corona Del Mar, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Consumer, and General. Katherine has over 47 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Katherine Ann Carey is a lawyer practicing financial guaranty insurance, banking, securitization and 10 other areas of law. Katherine Ann received a B.A. degree from University of Colorado and University of Nebraska at Omaha in 1969, and has been licensed for 47 years. Katherine Ann practices in Corona Del Mar, CA.
Working with Katherine on a business matter
Katherine Ann Carey is a lawyer practicing financial guaranty insurance, banking, securitization and 10 other areas of law. Katherine Ann received a B.A. degree from University of Colorado and University of Nebraska at Omaha in 1969, and has been licensed for 47 years. Katherine Ann practices in Corona Del Mar, CA.
Clients Katherine works with
Katherine reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, consumer, and general matters in Corona Del Mar and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Creighton University
J.D. · 1979
University of Colorado and University of Nebraska at Omaha
B.A. · 1969
Jurisdictions
Katherine's state bar admissions
California
1999 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1980 · ACTIVE
Nebraska
1979 · ACTIVE
Katherine studied at J.D. in Creighton University and B.A. in University of Colorado and University of Nebraska at Omaha.
Law school and academic background
Katherine completed J.D. in Creighton University and B.A. in University of Colorado and University of Nebraska at Omaha. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Katherine runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Katherine has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Katherine's professional memberships and bar associations
Orange County and American Bar Associations State Bar of California
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Locations
Katherine Ann Carey's office in Corona Del Mar
Katherine's primary office is at 4800 Surrey Dr, Corona Del Mar, CA, 92625-2728. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Katherine Ann Carey — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Katherine. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Corona Del Mar.
5.0
1 client review
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How to hire Katherine Ann Carey — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Katherine usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Katherine charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Katherine'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; Katherine will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Corona Del Mar, 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 Katherine
Katherine 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. Katherine confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Katherine'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 Katherine Ann Carey
How much does it cost to hire Katherine for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Katherine walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Katherine offer a free consultation?
Katherine charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Katherine's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Katherine'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. Katherine gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Katherine take my case if I'm outside Corona Del Mar?
Katherine 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 — Katherine 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 Katherine?
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. Katherine will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Katherine accepting new business clients right now?
Katherine's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Corona Del Mar, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Katherine handles business matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.
- Corona Del Mar164 attorneys
- 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
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