Katherine M. Kelleher
Senior Associate
kkelleher@kbhglaw.com
(312) 327-6376
kkelleher@kbhglaw.com
(312) 327-6376
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Katie joined the firm in June 2019 and focuses her practice on the defense of hospitals, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers against professional liability claims in complex litigation. Katie has extensive experience guiding clients through all phases of a case, from pleadings to trial, including motion practice and appeals. She has a strong understanding of Illinois procedure, and she takes a meticulous, detail-oriented approach to the discovery process. Katie has successfully resolved numerous cases through alternative dispute resolution, and she values professionalism in the practice.
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Prior to joining KBHG, Katie practiced for eight years at another Chicago firm where she defended clients against claims of legal malpractice, product liability, premises liability, automobile liability, medical malpractice, and other tort matters. Additionally, Katie has represented excess insurance carriers in matters across the country where she evaluated liability issues and potential exposure for each claim, monitored the progress of the defense, and assisted in negotiating the carrier’s settlement contribution.
Katie served as a law clerk for the Honorable Deborah Mary Dooling (retired) in the Jury Section of the Circuit Court of Cook County. There, she assisted Judge Dooling with various civil matters at the pre-trial and post-trial stages.
Katie received her bachelor’s degree from Saint Mary’s College of Notre Dame, Indiana and her law degree from University of Illinois Chicago School of Law. When she is not at work, Katie enjoys running, reading novels, gardening, and spending time with her family and friends.
Katie served as a law clerk for the Honorable Deborah Mary Dooling (retired) in the Jury Section of the Circuit Court of Cook County. There, she assisted Judge Dooling with various civil matters at the pre-trial and post-trial stages.
Katie received her bachelor’s degree from Saint Mary’s College of Notre Dame, Indiana and her law degree from University of Illinois Chicago School of Law. When she is not at work, Katie enjoys running, reading novels, gardening, and spending time with her family and friends.
Education
Saint Mary’s College – Notre Dame, IN (B.A.)
University of Illinois Chicago School of Law – Chicago, IL (J.D.)
University of Illinois Chicago School of Law – Chicago, IL (J.D.)
Admitted to Practice
State of Illinois
United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit
United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit
Trial Results
In July 2022, attorneys Mary Cunningham and Katherine Kelleher obtained a defense verdict in a medical malpractice case on behalf of their OB/GYN client in DuPage County, Illinois. Plaintiffs asked for over $23 million, which included a loss of consortium claim. The jury deliberated for less than two hours before finding in favor of the doctor.
Professional Memberships
The Chicago Bar Association
Illinois State Bar Association
Women’s Bar Association of Illinois
Illinois State Bar Association
Women’s Bar Association of Illinois
Volunteer Activities
Girls Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana: Project Law Track Mentor
Girls on the Run - Chicago: Volunteer
Girls on the Run - Chicago: Volunteer