Katherine Hanson is an experienced litigator who focuses her practice on defending insurance companies against various claims. She adeptly handles claims from inception through resolution, consistently assessing risk and mitigating losses. Katie is well-versed in handling subrogation matters and pursuing dollar-for-dollar recovery for workers' compensation and property insurance benefits paid to claimants. She offers comprehensive advice tailored to each litigation matter and prides herself on earning client trust through authentic everyday interactions and her ability to explain the logistics and nuances of the ligation process simply and effectively.
Prior to joining Wilson Elser, Katie worked at an insurance defense firm handling workers’ compensation and subrogation claims throughout California.
Areas of Focus
Toxic Torts
Katie defends manufacturers, distributors, brokers and retailers of hazardous materials, including respirable crystalline silica.
Intellectual Property & Technology/Contracts
Katie handles trademark applications for fledgling video game developers, advises on and negotiates contracts for content creators, and provides comprehensive counsel in contract disputes.
- University of San Diego School of Law (J.D., 2019)
- Dean's Merit Scholarship
- California State University, Sacramento (B.A. Philosophy, magna cum laude, 2014)
- Economics Minor
- Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society
- California
- Beverly Hills Bar Association