Katherine "Kathy" Conklin, Employment Attorney in New Orleans, Louisiana
New Orleans, LA
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Katherine "Kathy" Conklin is an attorney based in New Orleans, LOUISIANA. The practice focuses on Employment.
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- Handles Employment matters from New Orleans, LOUISIANA.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (New Orleans) (2024).
About Katherine "Kathy" Conklin: Katherine "Kathy" Conklin is an attorney based in New Orleans, LOUISIANA. The practice focuses on Employment.
Areas of practice
Katherine's practice areas in New Orleans
Katherine concentrates on employment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Katherine handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in New Orleans, Louisiana
Katherine takes employment matters in New Orleans, Louisiana. 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
Katherine "Kathy" Conklin, employment attorney serving New Orleans
Katherine "Kathy" Conklin is an attorney based in New Orleans, LOUISIANA. The practice focuses on Employment. Katherine works from New Orleans, Louisiana and takes on employment matters across the region.
Katherine “Kathy” Conklin advises employers nationwide on employment law compliance and employee benefits matters.
In her employment law practice, Kathy counsels employers on compliance with ERISA, FMLA, FLSA, ADA, ADEA, and other workplace laws, from handbook design to termination considerations. Kathy enjoys developing solutions for clients who struggle with troubled employees, and frequently drafts severance agreements under the Older Workers Benefits Protection Act (OWBPA).
A board-certified specialist in tax and estate planning, Kathy draws on her depth of experience in the employee benefits arena to assist employers in designing retirement plans such as 401(k) plans and Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs), as well as health benefit plans that best suit employers’ needs. She also counsels on maintaining those plans’ compliance with applicable tax and labor laws such as ERISA, COBRA, and HIPAA, and when necessary, participating in governmental correction programs such as the Employee Plans Compliance Resolution System (EPCRS) and the Delinquent Filer Voluntary Compliance Program (DFVCP). Kathy provides guidance on avoiding fiduciary liability and navigating the prohibited transaction limitations.
Kathy’s strong business background equips her to advise on complex employee benefits matters that arise during mergers and acquisitions. She also works extensively in the executive compensation field, designing and drafting incentive compensation plans and employment agreements, and reviewing arrangements for compliance with Section 409A of the U.S. Tax Code.
Working with Katherine on a employment matter
Katherine “Kathy” Conklin advises employers nationwide on employment law compliance and employee benefits matters. In her employment law practice, Kathy counsels employers on compliance with ERISA, FMLA, FLSA, ADA, ADEA, and other workplace laws, from handbook design to termination considerations. Kathy enjoys developing solutions for clients who struggle with troubled employees, and frequently…
Clients Katherine works with
Katherine reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment matters in New Orleans and the surrounding Louisiana area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Katherine studied and practices
Tulane University
JD · 1983
Louisiana State University
BA · 1980
Jurisdictions
Katherine's state bar admissions
Louisiana, Louisiana
ACTIVE
Katherine studied at JD in Tulane University and BA in Louisiana State University.
Law school and academic background
Katherine completed JD in Tulane University and BA in Louisiana State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Katherine runs in Louisiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Katherine's legal honors and published work
Katherine has received 13 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (New Orleans)
2024
Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (New Orleans)
2021
Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (New Orleans)
2019
Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (New Orleans)
2015
Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell%u2122 AV Preeminent%AE Peer Review Rated Lawyer
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers USA Louisiana / Labor & Employment (Employee Benefits & Compensation)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Louisiana Super Lawyers (Employee Benefits/ERISA, Employment & Labor), 2008–2018
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Louisiana Super Lawyers "Top 25: Women Louisiana Super Lawyers," 2012
2026
Best Lawyers in America — "Top Lawyer: Employee Benefits Law, Trusts and Estates," New Orleans Magazine, 2012, 2015, 2016, 2018
2026
Best Lawyers in America — New Orleans CityBusiness "Ones to Watch" 2018
2026
Best Lawyers in America — New Orleans CityBusiness Leadership in Law, 2020
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (New Orleans) (2024). Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (New Orleans) (2021). Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (New Orleans) (2019). Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (New Orleans) (2015). Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026).
Locations
Katherine "Kathy" Conklin's office in New Orleans
Katherine's primary office is at 909 Poydras Street, Suite 3600, New Orleans, Louisiana, 70112. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Katherine "Kathy" Conklin — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment 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 employment attorney in New Orleans, Louisiana
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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 employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Katherine "Kathy" Conklin
How much does it cost to hire Katherine for a employment 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 employment attorneys offer free consults — check Katherine's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Louisiana typically take?
Simple employment 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 New Orleans?
Katherine is licensed in Louisiana. Matters governed by Louisiana 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 employment 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
Employment attorneys serving New Orleans, Baton Rouge and Metairie in Louisiana
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