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Catherine "Kate" Dingle, Business Attorney in Burlington, Vermont

focused on Business, Foreclosure, and Real Estate

Burlington, VT

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Catherine "Kate" Dingle is an attorney based in Burlington, VERMONT. The practice focuses on Business, Foreclosure, and Real Estate.

Based in
Burlington, VERMONT
Experience
attorney
Known for
Business · Foreclosure · Real Estate
  • Handles Business, Foreclosure, and Real Estate matters from Burlington, VERMONT.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Real Estate Law (Burlington) (2024).

About Catherine "Kate" Dingle: Catherine "Kate" Dingle is an attorney based in Burlington, VERMONT. The practice focuses on Business, Foreclosure, and Real Estate.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Catherine takes on

Catherine concentrates on business, foreclosure, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Catherine handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Burlington, Vermont

Catherine takes business matters in Burlington, Vermont. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Catherine agrees to represent you.

Foreclosure cases in Burlington, Vermont

Catherine takes foreclosure matters in Burlington, Vermont. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Catherine agrees to represent you.

Real Estate cases in Burlington, Vermont

Catherine takes real estate matters in Burlington, Vermont. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Catherine agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Catherine "Kate" Dingle — business lawyer in Burlington

Catherine "Kate" Dingle is an attorney based in Burlington, VERMONT. The practice focuses on Business, Foreclosure, and Real Estate.

Catherine Dingle (formerly Kronk) is a founding member of MSK. She has extensive experience with a wide range of complex commercial transactions, including commercial finance. Kate has assisted clients in expanding their businesses and acquiring assets throughout Vermont, New York, New England, and Canada. Her practice also includes representing local Vermont companies and regional, Canadian, and other foreign businesses and banks in complex commercial transactions, such as large credit facilities, mezzanine financing, private equity investments, tax-exempt bond transactions, and the purchase, sale and leasing of commercial property. Kate began practicing law in Montreal. Prior to private practice, she worked on Parliament Hill in Ottawa and served as Legislative Assistant to the Honorable Donald J. Johnston, a minister in Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau’s cabinet. She is fluent in French and English.

EXAMPLES OF KATE’S SERVICES

-Represented a national bank in connection with tax exempt bond transactions as well as complex loan transactions.

-Represented a Vermont municipality in connection with its downtown redevelopment project including acquiring one of the largest redevelopment loans granted by HUD.

-Represented Vermont developers in Public/Private project, including the negotiation and consummation of the development agreement and real estate transactions involving two hotels, a residential condominium, additional public and private parking garages and commercial space.

-Represented a group of foreign investors in the purchase and sale of real property in New York, NY, including corporate formation, construction contracts, and leasing work.

-Represented waste management companies in the negotiation of complex credit facilities, equity investment, mergers and acquisitions.

Catherine's approach to business cases

Catherine Dingle (formerly Kronk) is a founding member of MSK. She has extensive experience with a wide range of complex commercial transactions, including commercial finance. Kate has assisted clients in expanding their businesses and acquiring assets throughout Vermont, New York, New England, and Canada. Her practice also includes representing local Vermont companies and regional, Canadian, and…

The kind of cases Catherine takes

Catherine reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, foreclosure, and real estate matters in Burlington and the surrounding Vermont area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Ottawa

    J.D. · 1984

Jurisdictions

Catherine's state bar admissions

  • Vermont, Vermont Bar

    ACTIVE

Catherine studied at J.D. in University of Ottawa.

Law school and academic background

Catherine completed J.D. in University of Ottawa. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Catherine runs in Vermont is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Catherine has received 16 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Real Estate Law (Burlington)

    2024

  • Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Compliance Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Mortgage Banking Foreclosure Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Project Finance Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Public Finance Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Securitization and Structured Finance Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Development

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Finance

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Named by Super Lawyersmagazine as one of the top attorneys in New England in 2008, 2010-2018.

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Real Estate Law (Burlington) (2024). Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Compliance Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Mortgage Banking Foreclosure Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Project Finance Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Public Finance Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026).

Locations

Catherine "Kate" Dingle's office in Burlington

Catherine's primary office is at 275 College Street, Burlington, Vermont, 05406-4485. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

275 College Street

Burlington, Vermont 05406-4485

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Hiring guide

How to hire Catherine "Kate" Dingle — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Catherine usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Catherine charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Catherine's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Catherine will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Burlington, Vermont

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Catherine

Catherine discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Catherine confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Catherine's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Catherine "Kate" Dingle

  • How much does it cost to hire Catherine for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Catherine walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Catherine offer a free consultation?

    Catherine charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Catherine's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Catherine's current terms during booking.

  • How long do business cases in Vermont typically take?

    Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Catherine gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Catherine take my case if I'm outside Burlington?

    Catherine is licensed in Vermont. Matters governed by Vermont law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Catherine will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Catherine?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Catherine will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Catherine accepting new business clients right now?

    Catherine's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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