Katherine J. Gordon

Katherine J. Gordon: Attorney with Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP

Biography

Katherine Gordon is a highly regarded attorney with a distinguished career representing healthcare providers in litigation matters and regulatory board proceedings. With a focus on defending medical practitioners and facilities, Katie has built a well-deserved reputation for achieving favorable resolutions and successful trial verdicts. Her expertise and deep understanding of the healthcare industry make her a sought-after advocate for hospitals, physicians, nurses, and other unsung heroes working tirelessly to provide quality care.

With nearly three decades of experience, Katie has successfully handled numerous cases on behalf of healthcare professionals. A successful trial lawyer, Katie has taken multiple cases to jury verdicts, successfully demonstrating her litigation prowess and power of persuasion. She also represents healthcare practitioners in arbitrations, mediations, and matters before regulatory boards, ensuring their voices are heard and their interests protected. She is a thought leader widely sought out for her sage counsel on a wide range of issues confronted by the industry ranging from best practices risk management to emerging issues.. A versatile lawyer, Katie is regularly sought out for handling all facets of complex civil litigation.

As a passionate trial lawyer, Katie is dedicated to the work of her clients. She possesses a unique ability to explain complex theories to juries, enabling her to effectively present her clients' cases. She is tenacious in her handling of complex litigation, easily juxtaposing facts with theories of liability to provide early evaluations and understandable roadmaps to resolving the most challenging matters. Her powerful advocacy and unwavering commitment have earned her the trust and respect of clients and peers alike.

Katie is licensed to practice law in the State of Nevada, appearing before the Supreme Court of Nevada, the United States District Court for the District of Nevada, and the United States Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. She is an active member of the State Bar of Nevada, the Clark County Bar Association, and the Southern Nevada Association of Women Attorneys. Katie's expertise extends beyond litigation, as she has also served as an arbitrator and mediator for the Fee Dispute Committee of the State Bar of Nevada.

As a partner in our firm's Las Vegas and Reno offices, Katie plays a pivotal role in serving the legal needs of clients throughout the State of Nevada. Her dedication, knowledge, and unwavering commitment to healthcare providers make her an invaluable asset to our team and the clients she represents.

Newsroom

News

•Esteemed Medical Defense Attorney Joins Las Vegas Office of WSHB
Firm News, 7.23.24

Publications

•Nevada High Court Clarifies Standards for Professional Negligence Claims
Case Updates, 9.24.24
•Clarifying the Importance of Medical Records in Nevada Medical Malpractice Cases
Case Updates, 7.15.24

In the News

•Nevada High Court Clarifies Standards for Professional Negligence Claims
•Esteemed Medical Defense Attorney Joins Las Vegas Office of WSHB
•Clarifying the Importance of Medical Records in Nevada Medical Malpractice Cases

Areas of Practice (3)

  • Medical Malpractice and Healthcare Law
  • Pharmaceutical and Medical Devices
  • Professional Liability

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Western Michigan University, B.S., cum laude, 1991
Law School Attended:
Stetson University College of Law, J.D., cum laude, 1995
Year of First Admission:
1995
Admission:
1995, Nevada; U.S. District Court, District of Nevada; U.S. Court of Appeal, Ninth Circuit
Memberships:

Memberships

•State Bar of Nevada
•Clark County Bar Association
•Southern Nevada Association of Women Attorneys

Birth Information:
Jackson, Michigan, November 7, 1969
ISLN:
910034492

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