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Katherine A. McNamara

AttorneyCo-Chair, Litigation and Dispute Resolution Group

Phone (402) 633-1523 Email Katherine

If you ask Katherine (Kate), she values hard work, precision, and reasoned strategy in her practice.

Since 2009, Kate has proven to be a strong advocate and dedicated attorney. With extensive experience in complex litigation in both federal and state courts across Nebraska, Iowa, and elsewhere, she has a proven track record of success in a variety of areas, including commercial disputes, government & regulatory matters, white collar defense & investigations (civil and criminal), and environmental and real estate law.

From her first job serving as an Assistant District Attorney in New York, to working on the federal level as an Assistant United States Attorney, and transitioning into private practice, Kate has a wide range of experience – both inside and outside the courtroom – handling high pressure matters.

Kate is known for her unwavering commitment to clients, putting their interests first, and approaches each matter with a keen attention to detail and a strategic mindset.

As a former federal prosecutor, Kate brings a unique perspective which enables her to effectively advise clients who may be subjects of investigations conducted by state, federal, or administrative agencies. This has included federal agencies such as the Department of Homeland Security, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Environmental Protection Agency, the Securities and Exchange Commission, and the Office of Inspector General, and state agencies such as the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, the Nebraska Public Service Commission, and the Nebraska Power Review Board. Kate also has experience with cases involving the federal false claims act, wire and mail fraud, Medicare/Medicaid fraud, mortgage and bank fraud, and conspiracy.

Kate not only handles litigation and dispute resolution matters, she offers in-house counsel services to small to midsized businesses. She works closely with clients to help them make practical business decisions that may ultimately help avoid litigation down the road.

With a passion for ensuring her clients receive the best possible representation, Kate is committed to assisting her clients navigate legal matters with confidence and peace of mind.

Education

Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center (J.D., Cum Laude, 2009)
Augustana University (B.A., Government & International Affairs, Minor in Business Administration, Cum Laude, 2006)

Admissions

Nebraska
Iowa
New York
U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa
U.S. District Court, District of New Mexico
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit

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August 21, 2025

McGrath North Recognized in the 32nd Edition of The Best Lawyers in America®

McGrath North is proud to announce that it has achieved significant recognition by Best Lawyers® in their 2026 edition. This year, 47 of our attorneys have been honored across 61 distinct practice areas in The Best Lawyers in America®, and 14 of our attorneys have been recognized in The Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® across 21 practice groups. This recognition showcases the firm’s deep expertise and commitment to delivering exceptional legal services, as well as highlighting the exceptional abilities and potential of our emerging leaders in the legal field.

May 21, 2025

McGrath North 2025 Great Plains Super Lawyers and Rising Stars

Events

November 12, 2025

20th Annual Accounting Seminar

Omaha Bar Association, Treasurer (2023-Present)
Nebraska State Bar Association, Chair of Federal Law Section (2024-2025)
New York State Bar Association
Academy of Young Professionals in Omaha, President (2018-2020)
Robert M. Spire Inn of Court (2017-2022)
Federal Criminal Justice Act Panel Member, District of Nebraska, Northern District of Iowa, and Southern District of Iowa, (2024 to Present)

Listed: Best Lawyers in America, Commercial Litigation, 2025
Listed: Great Plains Super Lawyers, Criminal Defense: White Collar, 2025
Listed: Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch, Commercial Litigation and Environmental Law
Touro’s International Law Review, Editor-in-Chief (2008-2009)
Recipient of CALI Award for Academic Excellence, Fall 2006 (Legal Research and Writing) and Spring 2008 (U.S. Attorney's Office Rotation)
Public Interest Fellow, Summer 2008
Washington Semester Program, Arlington Virginia, Ethical Issues and Public Affairs Seminar, Georgetown University, Fall 2004