Katharine Penrod

Katharine Penrod is a Senior Associate Attorney in Anchorage whose practice includes family law, criminal law, CINA matters, civil litigation, administrative law, and personal injury. She represents clients in divorce, child custody, and domestic violence protective order matters while also handling criminal cases. Her background as a former prosecutor gives her direct experience with serious criminal proceedings and informs her approach to advocacy, case preparation, and courtroom strategy.

Penrod earned a Juris Doctorate from The University of South Carolina School of Law in 2022. She previously earned dual Bachelors in Arabic and International Studies from Georgia Southern University, graduating Cum Laude in 2019. Her academic background supports legal analysis across family and criminal matters and also complements her ability to communicate with a broader range of clients. She assists clients in English, Spanish, and Arabic.

In 2022, Penrod moved to Alaska to serve as a prosecutor with the Anchorage District Attorney’s Office. Her work there focused on juvenile criminal cases and unclassified felonies, including high-level sex crimes and homicide matters. She joined her current practice in 2024 and now uses that prosecutorial experience to represent private clients in family and criminal cases, including matters involving children, violence, custody, and contested court proceedings.

Katharine Penrod brings prosecutorial experience and a broad litigation background to clients facing family and criminal law challenges. Her work often involves sensitive issues that require careful preparation, clear communication, and a practical understanding of court procedure. By drawing on experience with serious criminal cases and family-related disputes, she helps clients understand their rights, prepare for hearings, and navigate legal matters that can have lasting effects on families and personal stability.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Aglietti Offret LLC
• Member, Alaska Bar Association

Licensed State

• Alaska

Education

• The University of South Carolina School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Georgia Southern University
  Dual Bachelors in Arabic and International Studies

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