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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.
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Acquired: 2010
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State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2002
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152 North Street, Suite 340, Pittsfield, MA, 01201
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Posted by Abbie | January 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Divorce draft
I went to Katherine with a divorce draft already written that need some changes made. Her communication was so bad that I started taking notes on how long it took her to respond to my emails and phone calls. The average was about two weeks. She changed an appointment time with me only a few hours bef...
Posted by anonymous | May 02, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
If you need a great lawyer, hire Katherine Bierwas
From the 1st time I called and set up an appointment for a free consultation threw out the entire process of negotiation and finalizing of my divorce, I was treated with compassion, respect, and professionalism. She was available to meet when I needed her and spent a lot of time answering my question...
Posted by Matthew | May 19, 2014 | Adoption
The best most personal lawyer you could have!
My wife and I were referred too Katherine by a friend who had used her for adoptions in the past. When we first talked to Katherine I was looking to adopt my wife's son from a previous relationship. From the begging of the process to the final court hearing Katherine was in contact with us all the ...
"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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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
2010 - Present
Berkshire Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Massachusetts Bar AssociationMember
2002 - Present
New Jersey Bar AssociationMember
Supreme Court Docket No. 69,970
2002
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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