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also known as Catherine E. Marra
Catherine E. Marra brings over 30 years of experience in Family Law to every client she serves — including 20 years in private practice and 10 years as a Family Court Magistrate. Her unique combination of legal expertise and judicial experience gives her an unmatched perspective on how family law matters are decided.
Catherine's goal is to help couples navigate divorce, child custody and all areas of family law with clarity, compassion, and cooperation — resolving disputes in a way that saves time, reduces cost, and protects what matters most. Her legal and counseling background allows her to guide clients through even the most complex cases with professionalism and care.
Catherine believes there is a better way to divorce — one that minimizes harm and helps families move forward. She is committed to resolving disputes through mediation and negotiation wherever possible, reducing conflict and protecting the well-being of children above all else.
When litigation is necessary, Catherine is a tenacious advocate. Her work as an appellate attorney has affected positive change in family law, and she brings that same dedication to every client she represents.
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Acquired: 1993
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Seneca One Tower, 1 West Seneca Street, Floor 29, Buffalo, NY, 14203
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Posted by anonymous | July 25, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Very professional
Catherine E. Marra handled my divorce with professionalism, compassion, and exceptional knowledge of New York family law. She took the time to explain every step of the process, kept me informed, and always made me feel like my case was a priority. Her attention to detail, strong advocacy, and calm a...
Posted by Charlene | July 24, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Smart, caring and is an expert in Family Law
Catherine E. Marra is an exceptional attorney. Going through a custody and divorce case was one of the most stressful experiences of my life, but her knowledge, professionalism, and guidance made all the difference. What really sets Catherine apart is her unique background. Her education in law, p...
Posted by anonymous | March 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney
If I could give her 0 stars I would
Terrible terrible terrible woman!! I hired her to help me with my custody/visitation case and she completely let my ex win custody of my children and I was left with nothing but 2 weekends a month! She failed to listen to me on what I wanted she instead only did what she wanted to do. She was very ru...
Posted by anonymous | July 20, 2015
Works for her own agenda
Catherine Marra pretends to listen and take your concerns seriously. However, she completely works for her own agenda and takes sides. She is sneaky and talks to you about other client's private matters. She listens to the opinions of young children instead of understanding what is best for their dev...
Posted by anonymous | July 20, 2015
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When the divorce ended and things calmed down, my ex-wife and I both agreed that Cate Marra was the absolute worst thing that happened to the family. She increased our fighting and disagreements. She empowered our children to make terrible choices. We both agreed that she is the epitome of a very, v...
"I highly recommend Cate. I have had many cases with Cate, and refer clients to her when I have a conflict. Bottom line is I trust Cate, and know she will do a good job on those difficult cases."
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2005
Attorney of the Year, NYS OCA
2026 - Present
Attorney, Law office of Catherine E. Marra
2026 - 2026
Attorney, Assigned Counsel Program
2014 - 2026
Of Counsel, Carney & Carney
2006 - 2014
Magistrate, Office Of Court Administration
1994 - 2006
Attorney, Law Office of Catherine E. Marra
2014 - Present
Volunteer Lawyers ProjectVolunteer Attorney
2014 - Present
Lawyers for LearningMentor
1992 - Present
Bar Association of Erie County
1990
JD - Juris Doctor
1987
MA - Masters
1981
BS - Bachelor of Science
2013
Child Support Legislation
2006
Domestic Violence
English