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Marina Kats About Page

Kats, Jamison & Associates
  • Background
    Born and raised in Kyiv, Ukraine, and moved to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania,
    in 1979.
  • Education
    B.A., cum laude, Temple University, 1985.
    J.D., Temple University Beasley School of Law, 1988.
    LL.M. in Trial Advocacy, Temple University Beasley School of Law, 1995, becoming one of a handful of women nationally to receive the LL.M. in trial advocacy.
  • Law Practice
    Founded Kats, Jamison & Associates in 1995.
    Represents individuals and businesses in civil and criminal litigation.
    Represented clients before the Pennsylvania Supreme Court.
    Secured several pardons for criminal clients from the Governor of Pennsylvania.
    Obtained multimillion dollar verdicts before federal and state juries.
  • Professional
    Memberships
    Member of the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, New York, District of Columbia and New Jersey Bar Associations.
    Member of the Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Association.
    Member of the Temple Law Alumni Association and its Alumni Board.
  • Recognition
    Selected to the Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list and featured in Philadelphia Magazine.
    Named one of the 50 Best Business Women in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania by the Governor, 1997.
    Woman of the Year, Bucks County YMCA.
    Gold Medal from Bishop Luke of Ukraine for her legal involvement and care of Ukrainian refugees, 2023.
  • Public Service
    Candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives, Pennsylvania’s 13th District, 2008.
    Trustee, Foreign Policy Research Institute, 2012.
    President, Eurasian-American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Philadelphia, where she conducts regular lectures for members on legal and civic issues.
  • Temple Leadership
    Member of the Presidential Advisory Board of Temple University.
    Board of Visitors, Temple University Beasley School of Law.
    Temple University Leadership Council.
    Charter member, Temple Law Centennial Society.
    Founder, Marina Kats Temple Law Bar Prep Scholarship.
  • Teaching and
    Judging
    Judge Pro Tempore, Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas.
    Judge, ABA mediation competitions.
    Lecturer at Temple University, other schools and the New Jersey State Bar Association.
  • Community
    Board of Trustees, Albert Einstein Hospital, and board member, Einstein Society.
    Board member, HIAS.
    Federation of Jewish Family Services.
    Member, American Diabetes Association.
    Former participant, Philadelphia Committee to End Homelessness.
  • Languages
    English, Russian and Ukrainian.

Why Choose Marina Kats

Compassion
After enduring a car accident herself, Marina fully understood the emotional toll and fear that comes with being in an accident. Marina helps clients navigate their situations with compassion and care from beginning to end.
Caring
Marina is dedicated to making sure clients are cared for. Her personal commitment is to not leave the office until all messages and calls are addressed. No matter when you call, a live person answers the phone.
Community
The firm is people focused. 99% of the firm’s clients come from referrals including some families where 3 generations have trusted Marina’s firm. The main office is conveniently located at the intersection of Bucks County, Philadelphia, and Montgomery County.

Real Cases Won

$30,000,000 SETTLEMENT
As a result of the trial for
a motorcycle accident.
$10,000,000 SETTLEMENT
As a result of the trial for a pedestrian hit by a truck accident.
$12,000,000 SETTLEMENT
As a result of the trial for a woman who slipped and fell in the bathroom of a hotel.
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Real Client Stories

“I was in an automobile accident in Philadelphia and I came to Kats Jamison and Associates.They were able to get me a quick recovery for the property damages to my car. They worked with my doctors to make sure I received the best medical care. All my medical bills were paid through the automobile insurance policies and my lawyers made sure it was all done properly. They explained to me the process of the settlement and litigation and once the offer was received it was communicated to me immediately. I was extremely happy with the result of my case.”
Max
Automobile Accident Injury Client
“I was involved in a motor vehicle accident and wasn’t able to do a lot and had to stop working. From the start Marina set up an appointment for me to see a neurologist when no one was willing to see me. When I needed help or had questions she and Barb were always there to answer mine and my moms questions, to help fill out paperwork, and to get me the benefits I needed. Everyone there was extremely helpful and nice. They were patient and attentive to all of my needs and looked out for my best interests until the end. I’m glad to have met them and thankful to them.”
Jo
Motor Vehicle Accident Client
“Marina Kats one of the best attorneys i know. She cares about clients, their well being as well as getting the best results in their personal injuries cases. I would recommend Marina Kats and Philly lawyers to anyone who needs assistance in Car accident cases and Personal injuries cases”
Larisa
Car Accident Injury Client
“The lawyers at this firm are caring individuals that can help you with your car accidents, get you great settlements, and treats you with great respect. For personal injury and business matters, I have known them from personal experience from a car accident in Philadelphia, they work fast and I am a very satisfied client.”
Melody
Motor Vehicle Accident Client
“Only at Marina Kats office! Where else can you find so much passion for the job, compassion for clients, and knowledge of the law? My answer is – Marina Kats and the people at her office. This office work ethic and abilities are very high. They have great communication skills. They are willing to listen and to hear you. They really want to help. Always available for clients, no matter when and why. Marina Kats and her people are always ready to help. Also, they get good results for clients. I strongly recommend Marina Kats office. You will not be sorry :) Marina and her people got everything resolved in an excellent timely manner.”
Yelena
Car Accident Injury Client
“Help with car accidents, bike accidents, and settlements. High recommendation, also great for Russian-speaking client – great lawyer!”
Billy
Car and Bike Accident Client
I found Kats, Jamison, & Associates to be very thoughtful and thorough. They definitely put their clients and their clients’ needs first. They work hard for you!
Carl Strahl
Client

Our Greater Philadelphia Law Firm Has Won Many Accolades For Northeast Philadelphia, Bucks County And Montgomery County

Super Lawyers:
2004,
2008 – 2009,
2015,
2023 – 2026

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Marina Kats Milestones

Kats, Jamison & Associates
Marina Kats has practiced law since 1988 and founded Kats, Jamison & Associates in 1995.

Timeline

1979

Emigrated from Kyiv, Ukraine, to Philadelphia at age 17.

1985

B.A., Business Administration, cum laude, Temple University.

1988 Began practicing law

J.D., Temple University Beasley School of Law.

Admitted to the Pennsylvania bar (November 14, 1988) and began practicing law.

Admitted to the New Jersey bar and the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey.

1989

Admitted to the District of Columbia bar.

1995 Firm founded

Founded Kats, Jamison & Associates.

Earned an LL.M. in Trial Advocacy from Temple University Beasley School of Law, becoming one of a handful of women nationally to receive the LL.M. in trial advocacy at the time.

Admitted to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit.

1996

Admitted to the New York bar.

1997

Named one of the 50 Best Business Women in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania by Governor Tom Ridge.

2004

Selected to the Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list for the first time.

Admitted to the U.S. Supreme Court and the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania.

2008–2009

Selected to the Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list.

2010

Inducted into the Temple University League for Entrepreneurial Women Hall of Fame.

Named Honoree of the Year by the Temple Women’s Law Caucus.

2013–2015

Received the Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent peer review rating.

2015

Received the Temple Law Alumni Association’s Leonard Barrack ’68 Alumni Achievement Award during its 100th anniversary.

Selected to the Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list.

2016

Delivered the Edward J. Ross Lecture in Litigation at Temple University Beasley School of Law.

2017

Elected to the Temple University Board of Trustees.

2019

Received The Legal Intelligencer’s Lifetime Achievement Award.

2022

Led the firm’s legal assistance to Ukrainian refugees, including applications for temporary protected status.

2023–2026

Selected to the Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list each year, for a total of eight selections.

2025

Re-elected to the Temple University Board of Trustees.

2026 Latest

Selected for membership in The National Trial Lawyers Top 100.

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