Ms. Ms. Krista Meredith Cabrera, Civil Rights Attorney in San Diego, California
Over 29 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights, Class Action, and Employment
Special CounselatFoley & Lardner LLP
San Diego, CA
Practicing civil rights in San Diego since 1997.
- 29+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Ms. Krista Meredith Cabrera is a special counsel based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Class Action, and Employment. Ms. has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Foley & Lardner LLP.
- Based in
- San Diego, CA
- Experience
- over 29 years
- Known for
- Civil Rights · Class Action · Employment
- Handles Civil Rights, Class Action, and Employment matters from San Diego, CA.
- Over 29 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Ms. Krista Meredith Cabrera: Ms. Krista Meredith Cabrera is a special counsel based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Class Action, and Employment. Ms. has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Foley & Lardner LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Krista takes on
Krista concentrates on civil rights, class action, employment, employment contracts, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Krista handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Civil Rights
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Employment
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Civil Rights cases in San Diego, California
Krista takes civil rights matters in San Diego, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Krista agrees to represent you.
Class Action cases in San Diego, California
Krista takes class action matters in San Diego, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Krista agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in San Diego, California
Krista takes employment matters in San Diego, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Krista agrees to represent you.
Employment Contracts cases in San Diego, California
Krista takes employment contracts matters in San Diego, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Krista agrees to represent you.
General cases in San Diego, California
Krista takes general matters in San Diego, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Krista agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Ms. Krista Meredith Cabrera — civil rights lawyer in San Diego
Ms. Krista Meredith Cabrera is a special counsel based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Class Action, and Employment. Ms. has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Foley & Lardner LLP.
Ms Krista Meredith Cabrera is a lawyer practicing ada & fmla compliance, discrimination, harassment & retaliation and 5 other areas of law. Krista received a B.A. degree from California State University, Chico in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years. Krista practices at Foley & Lardner LLP in San Diego, CA.
Working with Krista on a civil rights matter
Ms Krista Meredith Cabrera is a lawyer practicing ada & fmla compliance, discrimination, harassment & retaliation and 5 other areas of law. Krista received a B.A. degree from California State University, Chico in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years. Krista practices at Foley & Lardner LLP in San Diego, CA.
Clients Krista works with
Krista reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, class action, and employment matters in San Diego and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of San Diego School of Law J.D. cum laude University of San Diego School of Law J.D. 1997 Order of Coif University of San Diego School of Law J.D. Comments Editor University of San
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California State University, Chico
B.A. Political · 1994
Jurisdictions
Krista's state bar admissions
California
1997 · ACTIVE
Krista studied at — in University of San Diego School of Law J.D. cum laude University of San Diego School of Law J.D. 1997 Order of Coif University of San Diego School of Law J.D. Comments Editor University of San and B.A. Political in California State University, Chico.
Law school and academic background
Krista completed — in University of San Diego School of Law J.D. cum laude University of San Diego School of Law J.D. 1997 Order of Coif University of San Diego School of Law J.D. Comments Editor University of San and B.A. Political in California State University, Chico. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Krista runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Ms. Krista Meredith Cabrera's office in San Diego
Krista's primary office is at 3579 Valley Centre Drive, Suite 300, San Diego, CA, 92130. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Foley & Lardner LLP
3579 Valley Centre Drive, Suite 300
San Diego, CA 92130
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How to hire Ms. Krista Meredith Cabrera — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Krista usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Krista charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Krista'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; Krista will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a civil rights attorney in San Diego, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many civil rights 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 Krista
Krista discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in civil rights practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every civil rights 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. Krista confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Krista's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many civil rights practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Ms. Krista Meredith Cabrera
How much does it cost to hire Krista for a civil rights case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Krista walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Krista offer a free consultation?
Krista charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Krista's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Krista's current terms during booking.
How long do civil rights cases in California typically take?
Simple civil rights 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. Krista gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Krista take my case if I'm outside San Diego?
Krista is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Krista 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 Krista?
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. Krista will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Krista accepting new civil rights clients right now?
Krista's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Civil Rights attorneys serving San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Krista handles civil rights matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified civil rights attorneys in that community.
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