also known as Cat Saile
Caterina Gatto Saile, Esq. is a seasoned trial attorney with more than two decades of high-level courtroom experience handling complex litigation. As a former prosecutor and accomplished trial advocate, she brings a strategic edge to representing injured clients against insurance companies and corporate defendants.
Caterina earned her bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice and Political Science from the University of Delaware, where she interned with the Delaware Department of Justice, served as a mentor with Big Brothers Big Sisters, and was an active member of Alpha Chi Omega. She went on to receive her Juris Doctor from Widener University School of Law, where she was selected for the prestigious Moe Levine Trial Advocacy Honor Society mock trial team and served on the Widener Law Review.
After being admitted to practice law in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware, Caterina began her legal career at the Lyons Law Firm in Wilmington, Delaware, handling both personal injury and criminal matters. She later joined the Delaware Department of Justice, where her prosecutorial career was marked by extensive trial experience and leadership roles. Caterina prosecuted a broad range of criminal cases and, in 2013, was appointed to a management position supervising attorneys and legal staff while continuing to handle complex matters.
In 2016, Caterina was named Unit Head of the Violent Criminal Enterprises Unit, where she oversaw sophisticated wiretap and gang investigations and worked closely with federal agencies, including the DEA and FBI. Her prosecutorial career includes countless jury trials, homicide trials, and leadership in major investigations—most notably serving as lead prosecutor in “Operation Son Sun,” one of Delaware’s largest heroin trafficking prosecutions, which resulted in a successful RICO conviction following a complex jury trial.
In 2017, Caterina became Managing Partner at Saile & Saile LLP, applying her extensive litigation, negotiation, and trial experience to the firm’s criminal defense practice. There, she led cases with both determination and compassion, consistently pursuing the best possible outcomes for her clients.
At Cordisco & Saile LLC, Caterina leverages her background in high-stakes litigation and deep understanding of how cases are evaluated, investigated, and tried to aggressively pursue maximum compensation for personal injury clients. Her extensive trial experience and prosecutorial insight provide a powerful advantage in case preparation, negotiation, and courtroom advocacy on behalf of individuals injured by the negligence of others.
Outside the courtroom, Caterina is married to Cordisco & Saile founder Michael Saile, and together they have three teenage sons. She spends much of her free time supporting her boys on the wrestling mat and at their other sporting events. She also enjoys world travel, time at the beach, and gatherings with her large Italian family.
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Posted by anonymous | September 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Wonderful lawyer
Ms. Saile helped me with my case. She was very helpful in the legal advice she provided. She gave me the proper attention needed for my case and was excellent in solving my case.
Thank you. It was my pleasure to assist you!
Posted by anonymous | January 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Young Adult Client
Attorney Caterina Saile and her team made my DUI case go as smoothly as possible. They handled the paperwork and kept me on task when it came to dates and requirements. Because of her insight, I was able to secure the lowest penalty for my offense. Without her guidance, I would not have known about m...
Thank you! It was a pleasure working with you and your family. Best wishes in the future!
Posted by anonymous | May 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Exceeded my Expectations!
I met with Caterina to seek legal counsel for a very sensitive matter. Her professionalism, responsiveness, and extensive knowledge of the laws set my mind at ease during a very difficult time. She is confident, persistent, sharp and aggressive and was able to provide sound advice on how we were goi...
Posted by anonymous | May 10, 2017 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Professional, responsive and thorough!
Caterina was a pleasure to work with. She represented me in a traffic offense and successfully handled my case with the highest level of professionalism. Her knowledge of the law was comforting and her experience and confidence in a courtroom was clearly evident. I would highly recommend her to anyon...
"Caterina Saile is a terrific lawyer and a wonderful person. She gets terrific results for her clients and is well-respected by the judges she appears before. She strikes the right balance between being likeable and charming and being a tough and aggressive fighter. I recommend her!"
"Ms. Saile has lots of experience in the field of criminal law, not only defending, but originally as a prosecutor. She will unhesitatingly get the opinions of other lawyers and is constantly looking at every case from different angles. I recommend her to anyone. She cares about her clients and works hard for them."
"I one hundred percent endorse this attorney! She is a fighter and she is one of the hardest workers I know. Caterina and her firm work diligently and professionally on every matter. I highly recommend her to any one seeking counsel."
"I have known Caterina for several years now and often see her in Court. She is an outstanding attorney who always fights to make sure her clients get the best results. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a defense attorney without any reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer -- aggressive, smart, studious, and attentive. She puts a lot of work into each case and treats every client with respect. I highly recommend her."
"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Caterina for years; she knows the ins and outs of the criminal justice system. Not only is she a dedicated and accomplished trial attorney, but she's a pleasure to work with."
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2019
Lawyers of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction
2019
Criminal Defense - Top 100, National Trial Lawyers
2018
Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers Invitation Selection, National Trial Lawyers
2018
Best Law Firm, US News & World Report
2018
Client's Choice, Avvo
2018
Marquis Who's Who in American Law, Marquis Who's Who in American Law
2017
Marquis Who's Who in American Law, Marquis Who's Who in American Law
2017
Best Law Firm, US News & World Report
2014
2014 Unit Commendation - Operation Son Sun, Delaware State Police
2005 - 2017
Deputy Attorney General, Delaware Department Of Justice Attorney General's Office Criminal Division
2003 - 2005
Associate, Lyons Law Firm
2018 - Present
Bucks County Bar AssociationMember
2017 - Present
The National Trial LawyersMember
2017 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
2017 - Present
New Jersey Association for JusticeMember
2017 - Present
American Association of Premier DUI AttorneysMember
https://news.delaware.gov/2016/01/26/guilty-verdict-in-windsor-hills-assault-case/
Defendant convicted of Attempted Murder and 29 other charges
Guilty of First Degree Murder
https://news.delaware.gov/2015/12/17/46-criminal-cases-against-members-of-heroin-enterprise-successfully-prosecuted/
2003
JD - Juris Doctor
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BA - Bachelor of Arts
2016
Fourth Amendment Search and Seizure
2015
Case Law Updates (Search & Seizure
2014
Fourth Amendment Search and Seizure
2009
Fourth Amendment Search and Seizure
2008
Fourth Amendment Search and Seizure
2018
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