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Katherine J. Bierwas
About Katherine
Biography
Experienced Attorney, with a demonstrated history of excellence in the practice of law, the leadership of teams, and the financial success of organizations. Strong legal professional skilled in cannabis regulations and compliance, legislative policy for children and families, litigation, negotiation, mediation, multi-disciplinary cooperation, and child welfare.
Before pursuing a law degree, garnered significant contract and business experience through entrepreneurial and professional positions, including Management Consultant, Director of Operations, Non-Profit Director, and Human Resources/Accounting Administrator.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Family
85%
24 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Massachusetts for 15 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 23 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Katherine J Bierwas
152 North Street, Suite 340, Pittsfield, MA, 01201
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Real Estate
Posted by David | May 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
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After looking for legal representation specializing in Real estate and Family law I found Katherine Bierwas she was excellent and helped me tremendously. i was extremely satisfied with Katherine's performance inside and outside the courtroom!
Katherine J. Bierwas's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Very fair to work with on contentious matters."
"Katherine and I went to law school together and were involved in the moot court program together. Katherine was a dynamic litigator even before she began practicing law! Since those early days, Katherine's knowledge, litigation savvy and experience have increased exponentially and her professionalism is unparalleled. I highly recommend Katherine Bierwas to anyone seeking legal representation."
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Experience
Work Experience
2004 - 2008
Deputy Attorney General, NJ Office of the Attorney General
2003 - 2004
Assistant Prosecutor, NJ Essex County Prosecutor's Office
2002 - 2003
Law Clerk, NJ Judiciary
Associations
2010 - Present
Berkshire Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Massachusetts Bar AssociationMember
2002 - Present
New Jersey Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
DYFS v. J.G., In the Matter of T.G. and K.G. (Minors)
Supreme Court Docket No. 69,970
Education
2002
Seton Hall University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
William Paterson University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2022
New Jersey Bar Association
Emerging Cannabiniods: Unique Legal and Regulatory Issues
2022
New Jersey Bar Association
Cannabis Regulators and the Long Haul
2022
New Jersey Bar Association
Tri-State Licensing and the Next Biggest Market
2022
New Jersey Bar Association
KYC Affirmative Due Diligence for Lawyers
2022
New Jersey Bar Association
Moot Court: Sisley vs US Drug Enforcement Administration
2022
New Jersey Bar Association
Annual Summary of Precedential Rulings and Litigation Trends
2022
New Jersey Bar Association
Federal Policy: The Elephant in the Room
2022
New Jersey Bar Association
International Drug Law: The Birth of Maverick Nations
2021
Massachusetts Bar Association
Marijuana Business Law in 2021- Speaker
2012
Sociology Honor Society Annual Keynote Speaker
Sociology in Life
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What can be done?
25 Jun 2022
Q&A
Can a felon stay with us with a CPS case open?
25 Jun 2022
Q&A
As an aunt do I have rights to see my niece.
07 Apr 2019