Katherine Ann Brown-Holmen, General Attorney in St Paul, Minnesota
Over 33 years of legal practice · focused on General, Insurance, and Litigation · 3.9/5 rating from 11 verified client reviews
AssociateatDudley and Smith P.A.
St Paul, MN
Practicing general in St Paul since 1993.
- 33+
- Years practicing
- 3.9 ★
- 11 client reviews
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Katherine Ann Brown-Holmen is an associate based in St. Paul, MN. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Litigation. Katherine has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dudley and Smith P.A.. Rated 3.9 out of 5 from 11 client reviews.
- Based in
- St. Paul, MN
- Experience
- over 33 years
- Known for
- General · Insurance · Litigation
- Handles General, Insurance, and Litigation matters from St. Paul, MN.
- Over 33 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with CV Notable.
About Katherine Ann Brown-Holmen: Katherine Ann Brown-Holmen is an associate based in St. Paul, MN. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Litigation. Katherine has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dudley and Smith P.A.. Rated 3.9 out of 5 from 11 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Katherine Ann Brown-Holmen
Katherine concentrates on general, insurance, litigation, personal injury, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Katherine handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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General cases in St Paul, Minnesota
Katherine takes general matters in St Paul, Minnesota. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Katherine agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in St Paul, Minnesota
Katherine takes insurance matters in St Paul, Minnesota. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Katherine agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in St Paul, Minnesota
Katherine takes litigation matters in St Paul, Minnesota. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Katherine agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in St Paul, Minnesota
Katherine takes personal injury matters in St Paul, Minnesota. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Katherine agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in St Paul, Minnesota
Katherine takes workers comp matters in St Paul, Minnesota. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Katherine agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Katherine Ann Brown-Holmen — Over 33 years of Minnesota general experience
Katherine Ann Brown-Holmen is an associate based in St. Paul, MN. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Litigation. Katherine has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dudley and Smith P.A.. Rated 3.9 out of 5 from 11 client reviews.
Katherine Ann Brown-Holmen is a lawyer practicing personal injury, general litigation, subrogation and 2 other areas of law. Katherine received a B.A. degree from College of St. Benedict in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years. Katherine practices at Dudley and Smith P.A. in St. Paul, MN and 4 others locations.
How Katherine handles general matters
Katherine Ann Brown-Holmen is a lawyer practicing personal injury, general litigation, subrogation and 2 other areas of law. Katherine received a B.A. degree from College of St. Benedict in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years. Katherine practices at Dudley and Smith P.A. in St. Paul, MN and 4 others locations.
The kind of cases Katherine takes
Katherine reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, insurance, and litigation matters in St Paul and the surrounding Minnesota area.
Credentials
Katherine Ann Brown-Holmen's legal education and bar admissions
University of North Dakota School of Law
J.D. · 1993
College of St. Benedict
B.A. · 1990
Jurisdictions
Katherine's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1998 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1995 · ACTIVE
Minnesota
1993 · ACTIVE
Katherine studied at J.D. in University of North Dakota School of Law and B.A. in College of St. Benedict.
Law school and academic background
Katherine completed J.D. in University of North Dakota School of Law and B.A. in College of St. Benedict. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Katherine runs in Minnesota is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Katherine Ann Brown-Holmen
Katherine has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
CV Notable
Legal awards and honors
CV Notable.
Affiliations
Katherine's professional memberships and bar associations
Ramsey County and Minnesota State Bar Associations Minnesota Trial Lawyers Association Minnesota Women Lawyers Association, American Arbitration Association
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Locations
Katherine Ann Brown-Holmen's office in St. Paul
Katherine's primary office is at 101 East 5th Street, Suite 2602, St. Paul, MN, 55101-1896. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Dudley and Smith P.A.
101 East 5th Street, Suite 2602
St. Paul, MN 55101-1896
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Client reviews of Katherine Ann Brown-Holmen — 3.9/5 rating from 11 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Katherine. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing general attorneys in St Paul.
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How to hire Katherine Ann Brown-Holmen — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Katherine usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Katherine charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Katherine's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Katherine will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in St Paul, Minnesota
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Katherine
Katherine discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Katherine confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Katherine's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Katherine Ann Brown-Holmen
How much does it cost to hire Katherine for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Katherine walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Katherine offer a free consultation?
Katherine charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Katherine's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Katherine's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Minnesota typically take?
Simple general matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Katherine gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Katherine take my case if I'm outside St Paul?
Katherine is licensed in Minnesota. Matters governed by Minnesota law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Katherine will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Katherine?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Katherine will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Katherine accepting new general clients right now?
Katherine's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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