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About Katharina
Biography
I retired in November, 2025 after 32 years of legal practice in Employment, Intellectual Property, Corporate and Real Estate law. I counseled Executives in transition, as well as Boards, CEOs, CFOs and business leaders of privately and publicly held companies throughout their business life cycles.
I am currently an inactive member of the California and Arizona Bar Associations.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Corporate and Incorporation
40%
34 years
Employment and Labor
30%
26 years
Intellectual Property
30%
34 years
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Licensed in Arizona for 13 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 33 years
State: California
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
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Katharina Martinka's Reviews
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Wrongful Termination
Posted by anonymous | April 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Wrongful Termination
Expertise and compassion
I contacted Ms. Martinka for assistance after being laid off. The initial conversation was very informative, so I hired her law firm to work on my case. She was incredibly professional at all times, while still being very compassionate and human - which is so important at a time like this. She was ve...
Katharina Martinka's Lawyer Endorsements
"I worked with Ms. Martinka for many years when she was General Counsel for one of my clients. I wholeheartedly endorse Ms. Martinka. She is a creative and effective business attorney, both in transactions and disputes. She listens to her clients, understands their goals well, and provides practical solutions. She very capably lays out the alternatives for clients, and then respects the fact that clients need to make decisions based upon many business factors, such as cost, image, and the need to resolve matters quickly so they can move their business past the current problem. I believe clients will be very happy with Ms. Martinka's services."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Martinka is an outstanding attorney and I highly recommend her for you corporate or employment matter."
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Experience
Honors
1987
John Dempsey Political Science Award, University of Michigan
Work Experience
2004 - Present
Attorney At Law, Law Offices of Katharina Martinka
Education
1992
Santa Clara Univ SOL
JD - Juris Doctor
1987
University of Michigan
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Arizona Technology Council Law and Technology Committee
5 Things You and Your Company Can Do to Protect Your IP Rights in 2014
2013
Verde Valley Human Resources Association
The 5 Biggest Mistakes Hiring Managers Make
Publications
2023
martinkalaw.com Blog
Expansion of Pay Transparency for California Companies
2023
martinkalaw.com Blog
Top 4 Internet Scams to Prepare For As A Business
2022
www.martinkalaw.com Blog
Why Decades of Experience Will Make A Difference In Your Legal Matter
2022
martinkalaw.com Blog
Maximize the Exit Value of Your Company
2022
martinkalaw.com Blog
How an Attorney Can Help Protect Your Long-Term Professional Trajectory
2022
martinkalaw.com Blog
Final Paycheck Laws And How They Apply To You
2022
martinkalaw.com Blog
General Counsel and How It Could Benefit You
2022
martinkalaw.com Blog
The Digital Era: Developing Your Business Through Innovation
2013
www.martinkalaw.com
Don't Let Your Severance Package Sever You From Your Money
2013
www.martinkalaw.com
How Part-Time, In-house General Counsel Can Save You Money
2007
OC Metro
5 Tips for Reducing Your Company's Legal Costs
2004
Winning Legal Strategies
Common Legal Issues in the Software Industry
Languages
English
French