Katherine E. McComic
Katherine E. McComic is a dynamic and deeply engaged real estate and land use attorney currently practicing at Rimon PC in Sacramento, California. A Yale University graduate with a B.A. in English—focused on rhetoric, poetry, and persuasion—Katherine brings a powerful combination of strategic thinking, communication skills, and legal expertise to her work. Her career spans both private practice and in-house counsel roles, and she has advised on a wide range of transactions from property acquisition and development to leasing and environmental due diligence. Her time in public affairs, particularly with Pacaso, also sharpened her ability to navigate complex regulatory landscapes and build consensus among diverse stakeholders.
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A highly collaborative and empathetic professional, Katherine is known for her passion for systems-level thinking and her dedication to human-centered legal problem-solving. She is actively involved in her professional community, serving on the Women in Leadership Advisory Board at the University of San Francisco, and has previously managed political campaigns and volunteered for nonprofit causes. Katherine relocated to Sacramento in 2023, embracing a bold career move that has since paid dividends in both personal growth and professional success. She embodies resilience, clarity of purpose, and a deep commitment to community-building through the law.
• Yale University- B. A.
• Fordham University School of Law
• Quinnipiac University School of Law- J. D.
• The Bishop's School
• Yale Elizabethan Club
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to clear communication and unwavering dedication to purpose and people.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received was to never stay in a place where I’m miserable. Work is hard enough without being unhappy.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering the industry is to practice patience and cultivate self-knowledge—it’s essential to know who you are and what you bring to the table.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest opportunities—and ongoing challenges—in education is adapting to rapid change while ensuring equity and excellence for all students.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
One of the most important values to me in both my work and personal life is knowing when it’s time to move on from environments that no longer align with my well-being or purpose.