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Katie has over a decade of experience practicing general civil and employment litigation, representing individuals and small businesses in litigation, arbitration and administrative proceedings before state and local agencies. Katie has successfully handled cases in state and federal courts involving a comprehensive array of claims, including wage and hour, breach of contract; workplace harassment; discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, national origin, religious creed, and other protected categories; retaliation; violations of the Family and Medical Leave Act and California Family Rights Act; wrongful discharge; and others. She is a member of the state bars of California, Michigan and Massachusetts, and a member of the San Mateo County Bar Association.
Katie obtained her Bachelor of Arts from the University of Michigan (1999) and her JD from The University of Michigan Law School (2002), where she served as Associate Editor for The Michigan Journal of International Law. She has completed academic externships in Seville, Spain and London, England, and both during and after law school, she has worked with non-profit legal organizations helping workers to defend their rights.
Katie also authored an article, with the assistance of her two partners, that was published in Plaintiff Magazine in June 2015. The article is titled "The Equal Opportunity Bully," and details the lack of effective legal measures to combat workplace bullying. Click here to check it out..
When not assisting her clients, Katie enjoys traveling with her family, hiking Bay Area trails with her energetic dog, and training for endurance races.
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Acquired: 2010
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Acquired: 2003
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Acquired: 2007
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951 Mariners Island Blvd Ste 300, San Mateo, CA, 94404-1560
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Posted by Alejandro | June 05, 2014 | Employment & Labor
Finally - An advocate for the "little guy"
I've worked with a few different attorneys over the years but Attorney Debski (she said to call her Katie but I have too much respect) is absolutely the best. She was easy to talk to, explained everything to me & got me what I deserved from my former boss. I can't thank her enough. I have recomme...
Posted by Grace | June 04, 2014 | Employment & Labor
Extremely knowledgeable and professional attorney - was a great help!
I consulted Katherine Debski regarding employment and disability issues. She is extremely knowledgeable, and was very helpful to me regarding my complicated situation.
"I strongly recommend Katherine Anne Debski and her firm. Ms. Debski and her law partners are compassionate, competent, hardworking attorneys."
"I am extremely lucky to call Katie my law partner and friend. She is not only a wonderful person, but a truly exceptional attorney. She fights vigorously for her clients but is always respectful and professional. Her ability to impress and disarm her opponents has led to great outcomes for her clients. She is an incredible asset to our firm and I look forward to many more years of working together."
"Katie Debski is an outstanding attorney who I am so lucky to work with. She is incredibly knowledgeable and thorough, and produces excellent work. She is a strong advocate for her clients and I strongly endorse her."
Employment and labor lawyer
Employment and labor lawyer
Employment and labor lawyer
Employment and labor lawyer
Employment and labor lawyer
2014 - Present
Partner, Bain Mazza & Debski LLP
2012 - 2014
Associate Attorney, Pierce & Shearer LLP
2014 - Present
San Mateo Bar Association, Labor and Employment SectionMember
2014 - Present
California Employment Lawyers AssociationMember
2014 - Present
San Mateo County Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
Attorneys Bettering the CommunityMember
2002
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2015
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