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Katherine G. Bakes

also known as Kathy Bakes

5.0
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 12 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Bridgeport, CT
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Business, Wills & Living Wills

745 Westfield Ave, Bridgeport, CT

About Katherine

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Connecticut for 11 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 2014

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 12 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2013

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Bakes Law, LLC

745 Westfield Ave, Bridgeport, CT, 06606-4009

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Katherine G. Bakes's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

5 star (11)
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Posted by anonymous | October 7, 2020 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Family

Responded to my questions, Treated me with respect Patient, Made helpful suggestions, Was interested in a fair outcome for my family very kind and understanding.

Posted by anonymous | June 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly recommended divorced Attorney

I highly recommend Attorney Katherine Bakes. From the first consultation meeting; we connected immediately. Katherine was knowledgeable very professional and caring. She put me at ease, explaining the overall divorce process. Katherine was always available to take my calls and able to keep me sane d...uring this difficult time. I am so happy I found Katherine and satisfied with my outcome.

Posted by Tim | March 6, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Attorney!

Attorney Katherine Bakes is a great attorney. She is very kind and treats you like a friend and not just another client. She is also very knowledgeable and thorough and makes sure that your case is handled properly. She always responded to any questions I had very quickly and would go the extra mile ...to reassure any concerns I had. I was very happy with how my case turned out. I can’t say enough about how pleased I am to have chosen Katherine as my attorney - I highly recommend her!

Posted by anonymous | August 27, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Friendly Service

To all, Mrs. Katherine service is very friendly and reasonable. She is very knowledgeable in what I needed help in. I am pleased in how my issue or results turned out. I will continue to utilize her services when I need an expertise. I highly recommend her and the service she provides. Again thank yo...u Mrs. Katherine and AVVO for helping me and my kids. Respectfully Luis

Posted by Stephanie | July 2, 2015

Professional & Trustworthy

Attorney Katherine Bakes helped me when no one else would. She professionally handled the collection of back child support owed by my ex husband, who is very difficult to deal with. I am forever grateful. If you are owed money, Attorney Bakes will hunt it down. Do not hesitate to retain her! Hi...ghly recommended!!

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Katherine G. Bakes's Lawyer Endorsements

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Nicole Bikakis

Family lawyer | Apr 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I proudly endorse this lawyer!"

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Brent Hardy

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Katherine without reservation. She has demonstrated an exceptional grasp of the law and has the skills of a superb litigator."

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Samildre Perez

Family lawyer | Aug 05

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Travis Newton

Business lawyer | Aug 03

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Tyson

Unknown lawyer | Jul 29

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Richard Elie

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Reading Ms. Bakes' answers here on AVVO I am persuaded she has the skills and analytical abilities necessary to accomplish client goals within reasonable constraints."

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James Shields

Wills and living wills lawyer | Jul 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Newell

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Crell

Unknown lawyer | Jul 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael LeMond

Unknown lawyer | Jun 08

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Roland Ho

Family lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Timothy Brown

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She really knows this area of law."

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L. Ramunno

Mediation lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Her reputation is outstanding and she is highly qualified."

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Andrew Nyombi

Family lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top notch attorney who is highly respected in the community."

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Stephen Hoffman

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Bakes clearly has a great understanding of a variety of areas of the law, as demonstrated by her contributions on Avvo. In addition, her clients are impressed, having posted very favorable reviews, as are her colleagues, who have endorsed her repeatedly."

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Monte Robbins

Unknown lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Bakes is highly regarded in the legal community with an outstanding reputation for client advocacy and dedication."

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Jill Rogers

Unknown lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Other

"I highly endorse this lawyer, they are a well respected member of the legal community and always give their clients the best representation, If you are looking for someone willing to fight hard for your case, then look no further"

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Bert Cohen

Family lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Excellent attention to detail and a fantastic advocate for all his clients."

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A. Mullaney

Family lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christine Esser

Family lawyer | Mar 09

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"Katherine Bakes pays attention to details and works tirelessly to serve her clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates

2017

Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates

2016

Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2016

Top 40 under 40, The National Trial Lawyers

2011

CALI Excellence for the Future Award in Business Transactions, The Center for Computer-Assisted Legal Instruction

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Owner, Attorney, Bakes Law, LLC

Associations

2014 - Present

Connecticut Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Doe v. Doe

My client was awarded alimony, sole legal and physical custody

Doe v. Doe

Court granted our motion and visitation time was decreased.

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Education

2013

New England Law Boston

JD - Juris Doctor

2010

Brandeis University

MA - Masters

2009

Brandeis University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

2009

Brandeis University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Greek

Spanish

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