Catherine (Katie) Cherkasky

Catherine (Katie) Cherkasky is a highly respected attorney with vast experience in Constitutional law, criminal defense, and civil rights litigation. A former federal prosecutor and military officer, she has handled some of the most complex federal cases in the United States. With nearly two decades of legal practice, she has worked on numerous high-profile trials and appeals, focusing on criminal justice, government accountability, and civil rights protections.

Katie regularly appears as a legal analyst for major news outlets, including Fox News, CNN, The New York Times, and USA Today. Her sharp legal insights and courtroom expertise have earned her a reputation as a go-to lawyer for politicians, celebrities, and business executives facing legal challenges.

Katie graduated as Valedictorian from Chapman University School of Law in 2009, earning her Juris Doctor degree summa cum laude. She received eleven academic excellence awards and served as a Law Review Editor. During her studies, she completed an externship with Judge Kim McClane Wardlaw at the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. Before law school, she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with minors in Spanish and Sociology from the University of San Diego in 2006.

Katie Cherkasky began her career as an Air Force Judge Advocate, where she prosecuted cases involving national security, violent crimes, and complex federal offenses. She was quickly recognized for her litigation skills and was selected as one of the Air Force’s first Special Victims Counsel. She later transitioned to private practice, handling high-profile criminal and civil rights cases, including lawsuits against government agencies for misconduct and constitutional violations. She is also an expert in federal criminal appeals, focusing on executive authority, congressional power, and individual rights.

Katie is a trusted advocate for her clients, ensuring fair treatment in the justice system. She continues to influence legal and political discussions through her trial work, appellate advocacy, and legal writing.

Law Office Affiliations

• Vice-President & Co-Owner, Golden Law, Inc

Licensed State

• Illinois
• California
• New York

Education

• Chapman University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of San Diego
  BA in Psychology with Summa Cum Laude

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