Areas of Expertise
Kathy Davalos
Paralegal
Your Corporate Paralegal in Southern California
Kathy Davalos is a Paralegal at Hoffman Forde. Her practice areas include Corporate Law, Civil Litigation, and Real Estate Law.
Education and Experience
Ms. Davalos earned her ABA-approved Paralegal Certification from the University of San Diego School of Law, where she gained hands-on experience in real estate law, civil litigation, estates, trusts, and intellectual property. She also holds a B.A. in Mass Communications from California State University, Dominguez Hills.
Before joining Hoffman Forde, Ms. Davalos built a strong foundation in both litigation and real estate. She has worked on challenging class action and securities fraud cases, supported attorneys in real estate disputes and trust administration, and managed unlawful detainer files. Earlier in her career, Ms. Davalos also worked in escrow, where she handled residential and commercial transactions, reviewed title documents, and coordinated closings. This diverse background allows her to approach her work with attention to detail and a broad understanding of legal processes.
Additional Information
Born and raised in Los Angeles, Ms. Davalos recently moved to San Diego. She enjoys outdoor activities with her partner, hiking, visiting national parks, attending music festivals, cooking, and spending time with her family in Los Angeles.
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