Practice areas
Criminal Defense (misdemeanor and felonies). Prepare and argue pre-trial motions. Represent clients in non-jury and jury trials, as well as Post Conviction Relief Claims and direct appeals.
13 years, 350 cases
Represent clients in dissolution proceedings including child custody and property distribution. Represent unmarried parents in child custody actions. Represent individuals facing domestic violence in obtaining protection orders.
12 years, 200 cases
Represent children with special needs; assist with obtaining appropriate services and placement from the school district. Assist parents with obtaining better IEPs. Represent children facing discipline actions (suspensions, expulsion, etc).
11 years, 250 cases
Represent landlords in evictions and security deposit actions (Landlord only)
8 years, 35 cases
Languages spoken
English
Law Office of Chitra Ramanathan
43430 Mission Blvd.
STE 210
Fremont, CA, 94539
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | Active | 2014 | 05/13/2021 |
| MN | Inactive | 2009 | 05/15/2021 |
| ND | Voluntarily Not Licensed | 2009 | 06/09/2021 |
| OH | Inactive | 2003 | 04/18/2021 |
| PA | Inactive | 2000 | 05/08/2021 |
| Legal answers | 0 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Special Education grant 80k | Baker Hostetler | 2006 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Attorney at Law | Chitra Ramanathan | 2014 - Present |
| Staff Attorney | Legal Services Of Northwestern Minnesota | 2010 - 2013 |
| Assistant Public Defender | Allegheny County Public Defenders Office | 2007 - 2009 |
| Baker Hostetler Special Education Attorney | Legal Aid Society Of Cleveland Downtown Office | 2004 - 2007 |
| Assistant Public Defender | Chester County Public Defender's Office | 2001 - 2003 |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cleveland Plain Dealer | Letter to the editor | 2005 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Villanova University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2000 |
| American University | MA - Masters | 1997 |
| Boston University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1991 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| ND Legal Services Summer CLE | Special Education and Discipline | 2010 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| In the marriage of Erickson v. Erickson | Reversed and remanded |
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Ann Saponara, Family Attorney on Oct 28, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Chitra is a tough advocate when needed and fair in trying to settle cases if the opposing party is acting in good faith. If thorough advocacy is needed, Chitra is more than up to the task; if there is a possibility of a fair and reasonable settlement, she will effectuate that.
Jennifer Ramirez, Landlord or tenant Attorney on Sep 24, 2014
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. I recently settled a case with Ms. Ramanathan and it was a pleasure working with her. She strove to resolve the matter promptly and efficiently.