Katie’s expertise is in advising businesses to create legally compliant and protective contracts, policies, and processes. She also works with executive leaders to negotiate agreements related to compensation, stock, transition, and severance. Katie has worked with clients in myriad industries, including automotive, corporate, medical, educational, non-profit, legal, and financial.

In advising business owners, managers, and human resources directors, Katie’s goal is to keep her clients out of litigation by promptly addressing concerns before they become legal actions filed in court. She implements strategies such as conducting internal audits of processes and procedures, strengthening policies, and conducting trainings for all employees. Katie conducts separate management training to explain the red flags managers must recognize to prevent liability for unlawful conduct that can be avoided. In response to claims by employees, customers, and vendors, Katie conducts investigations and prepares responsive communications. When these concerns are unable to be resolved internally, Katie defends against charges of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or improper payment of w...