Overview
Katherine is a litigator who represents employers in complex employment disputes, with a focus on wage and hour matters.
She defends clients in federal and state courts, managing class and collective actions under the FLSA and related state laws. In addition to her wage and hour work, Katherine has experience handling a wide range of employment law issues, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, and employment contract disputes. Katherine guides employers through every stage of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, arbitration, mediation, and settlement approvals. Katherine’s experience on both the plaintiff and defense sides of litigation gives her valuable insight into how cases are built and resolved. She uses this perspective to anticipate challenges and develop tailored strategies that align with each client’s goals.
Katherine continues to partner with employers to navigate high-stakes employment disputes, offering clear, practical guidance that supports compliance and minimizes risk.
Honors & Recognition
- Texas Super Lawyers® Rising Star honoree (2024-2025)
- Recognized as one of The National Trial Lawyers "Top 40 under 40" - Civil Plaintiff (2023)
About Me
Katherine is an avid traveler who loves the outdoors, curling up with a good book, and spending quality time with her golden retriever, Nash. A proud Austin native, she enjoys soaking up the city’s vibrant culture—whether it’s catching live music, paddle boarding, or strolling along the trails of town lake.
Credentials
Education
Southern Methodist University, Dedman School of Law
- J.D., 2020
- Labor and Employment Law Association, Board Member
- W.W. Caruth, Jr. Child Advocacy Clinic, Chief Counsel and Student Attorney
- Student Bar Association, Mentor
Texas A&M University
- B.A., Political Science, 2016
Media
News
Professional & Civic Associations
Professional
- American Bar Association
- Labor and Employment Law
- Young Lawyers Division
- National Employment Lawyers Association
- American Association for Justice
Services
Admissions
- Texas, 2020
- U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
- U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
- U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
- U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
- U.S. District Court - AK - W.D.
- U.S. District Court- CO
- U.S. District Court - IL - S.D.
- U.S. District Court - IN - S.D.
- U.S. District Court - MI - E.D.
- U.S. District Court - TX - E.D., N.D., S.D., W.D.
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