Catherine Murawski Deist

Catherine Murawski Deist

also known as Catherine Deist

5.0
Rating: 7.4

Licensed for 16 years

Military law Lawyer at Arlington, VA
Practice Areas: Military Law

1655 Fort Myer Drive, Suite 700, Arlington, VA

About Catherine

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Military Law 100%

16 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 10 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2016

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Texas for 16 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2009

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Parlatore Law Group

1655 Fort Myer Drive, Suite 700, Arlington, VA, 22209

Law Offices of Catherine Murawski Deist

McChord AFB, Tacoma, WA, 98439

Law Offices of Catherine Murawski Deist

Pierce County, Tacoma, WA, 98493

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Catherine Murawski Deist's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by Cody | August 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Military Law

Fantastic lawyer in grueling 21 month nail biter...

If you’re considering whether or not to hire Catherine, just push the “I believe” button and go ahead and retain her services. Without going into too much detail, our case involved Unlawful Command Influence, prosecutorial and investigative misconduct, breach of attorney client privilege, illegal ...search and seizure, perjury, and targeted prosecution. Yes, folks...it was a real nail biter and stands as a shining example of colossal gov’t abuse of power trying to make an example. Enter Mrs.Deist... Over the course of nearly 21 months Mrs. Deist navigated a mine field of adversity in trying to navigate the corrupt Beale AFB legal office (who is now in hot water and hopefully held accountable!). Slowly but surely she laid constitutional foundation to hold the government accountable to their own laws and procedures. She was only able to win due to her predator-like tenacity in delivering timely, fact-based, and confident case law in real time litigation. I might say, it was quite entertaining to watch a judge (this particular military judge is infamously prosecution bias) get boxed in “on the record”. Ultimately, the charges were dropped after 21 months due to a “lack of evidence”! Yes, after 21 months of struggle the gov’t was finally forced to concede that they did not in fact have a case...but, they had been trying to strong arm ya in an effort to cover up their own illegal actions. I do not see a scenario where another lawyer could have navigated the court system successfully. Mrs. Deist was able to remain calm and collected during litigation to tactically modulate different argument styles keeping the government on their toes. She was professional, prepared, and empathetic. Just write the retainer check. You won’t be disappointed!

Posted by Dina | July 15, 2016

Catherine Diest review

This was my first time utilizing a lawyer for anything and Catherine went above and beyond to help. She was caring and helpful and provided me with all of my legal my options as well as specific quotes for my case. She made a painful situation manageable and I will forever be grateful to her.

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Catherine Murawski Deist's Lawyer Endorsements

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Russell Lorfing

Military law lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Catherine is a brilliant attorney and tireless advocate for her clients. We worked closely together on a recent case down in West Texas and she was diligent, professional, and aggressive in her representation. As a former JAG officer, Catherine knows how the system works and she leveraged that experience for our client's benefit. I was so impressed with her legal acumen that I plan on sending her all my military clients in the future - she is that good!"

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Maryam Hadden

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Catherine is that best of combinations - knowledgeable and friendly. She provides her clients with the highest level of service. I am very happy to endorse this lawyer."

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Tatiana Mendez

Military law lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Catherine is one of those rare attorneys that is not only absolutely brilliant, but also endlessly curious. She is what every attorney practicing law should strive to be as she always gives 110% to her clients. I have personally seen Catherine work late into the evening and wake up before the sun to work diligently on her cases. If she doesn't know something, she does not rest until she figures it out and can explain it to someone else. She's a power house and any client would be lucky to have her."

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Sarah Buitrago

Family lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Ms. Deist. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients."

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Amy Holland

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Catherine is an excellent attorney. Her former service record as a JAG attorney provides her with invaluable experience in cases involving military personnel. She is devoted to her clients and it is a pleasure to endorse her as an attorney."

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Ross Russell

Unknown lawyer | Aug 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Catherine's commitment to excellence is what makes her stand out among her peers, and the passion she has for her clients and the law makes her an invaluable asset. When Catherine represents a client, she considers every possibility and covers every last detail, leaving no stone unturned. I endorse this lawyer."

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Anna Ernest

Family lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Catherine is an excellent lawyer that any Client would want to have by their side. She cares for all of her Clients deeply and possesses unique trial skills and extensive knowledge of the law. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  7.4 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Partner, Parlatore Law Group

2016 - 2017

Attorney, The Law Office of Cynthia T. Griffin, LLC

2016 - 2019

Attorney, Ernest Law Group

2010 - 2015

Attorney, United States Air Force

Education

2009

St. Mary's University School of Law

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)

2006

Texas A&M University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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