Kathryn T. Trew, Business Attorney in New Orleans, Louisiana
Over 15 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and Health Care
PartneratWood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP
New Orleans, LA
Practicing business in New Orleans since 2011.
- 15+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Kathryn T. Trew is a partner based in New Orleans, LA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Health Care. Kathryn has over 15 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP.
- Based in
- New Orleans, LA
- Experience
- over 15 years
- Known for
- Business · General · Health Care
- Handles Business, General, and Health Care matters from New Orleans, LA.
- Over 15 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Kathryn T. Trew: Kathryn T. Trew is a partner based in New Orleans, LA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Health Care. Kathryn has over 15 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Kathryn T. Trew
Kathryn concentrates on business, general, health care, insurance, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kathryn handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in New Orleans, Louisiana
Kathryn takes business 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 Kathryn agrees to represent you.
General cases in New Orleans, Louisiana
Kathryn takes general 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 Kathryn agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in New Orleans, Louisiana
Kathryn takes health care 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 Kathryn agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in New Orleans, Louisiana
Kathryn takes insurance 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 Kathryn agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in New Orleans, Louisiana
Kathryn takes litigation 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 Kathryn agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Kathryn T. Trew — Over 15 years of Louisiana business experience
Kathryn T. Trew is a partner based in New Orleans, LA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Health Care. Kathryn has over 15 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP.
Meet Kathryn Trew, a powerhouse partner at WSHB's New Orleans office. Known for her exceptional legal prowess, Kathryn has earned a stellar reputation for handling a wide range of litigation cases not only in Louisiana but also across the nation.
What sets Kathryn apart is her unwavering dedication to her clients and her impressive track record of success. With a wealth of experience in complex litigation, she fearlessly takes on all facets of civil litigation, including commercial disputes, medical malpractice cases, and premises issues. She is regularly called upon for her expertise in professional liability, transportation and business litigation. A talented trial lawyer, her tireless representation has led to numerous victories, including securing summary judgments and defense verdicts. Kathryn's clients can attest to her unmatched dedication, relentless determination, and strategic, cost-effective approach.
Before joining WSHB, Kathryn served as a partner in a regional firm, where she honed her skills in handling complex litigation. Her extensive knowledge is rooted in her experience as a clerk for the esteemed Honorable Jeffery P. Victory, former Associate Justice of the Louisiana Supreme Court. Kathryn graduated magna cum laude from the prestigious Paul M. Hebert Law Center at Louisiana State University. As a member of the Order of the Coif, she was recognized for her exceptional academic achievements. Kathryn's expertise spans various areas of law, and she received CALI Awards for Successions & Donations, Louisiana Sales & Real Estate Transactions, Civil Law Property, Evidence, Louisiana Civil Procedure I, Criminal Law, International Issues in Biotechnology, and Products Liability. She further honed her legal skills through a research assistant position with Professor Elizabeth Carter and a judicial externship with the Honorable Burrell J. Carter, former Chief Judge for the Louisiana First Circuit Court of Appeal.
Clerkships
•Law clerk for the Honorable Jeffery P. Victory, former Associate Justice of the Louisiana Supreme Court
•Judicial externship with the Honorable Burrell J. Carter, former Chief Judge for the Louisiana First Circuit Court of Appeal
Newsroom
News
•WSHB Congratulates 28 Attorneys Named to Best Lawyers in America 2026 Edition
Firm News, 8.21.25
•Partner Kathryn Trew Joins New Orleans Office
Firm News, 11.1.23
Publications
•Louisiana Enacts New Law Eliminating Presumption of Causation for Personal Injury Claim
Article, 8.5.25
•Louisiana's Proposed HB 431 Would Reshape Comparative Fault
Article, 6.20.25
In the News
•WSHB Congratulates 28 Attorneys Named to Best Lawyers in America 2026 Edition
•Louisiana Enacts New Law Eliminating Presumption of Causation for Personal Injury Claim
•Louisiana's Proposed HB 431 Would Reshape Comparative Fault
•Partner Kathryn Trew Joins New Orleans Office
Honors & Recognitions
•Selected as one of the Best Lawyers in America for Commercial Litigation in New Orleans, LA (2025 - 2026)
How Kathryn handles business matters
Meet Kathryn Trew, a powerhouse partner at WSHB's New Orleans office. Known for her exceptional legal prowess, Kathryn has earned a stellar reputation for handling a wide range of litigation cases not only in Louisiana but also across the nation. What sets Kathryn apart is her unwavering dedication to her clients and her impressive track record of success. With a wealth of experience in complex…
Who Kathryn represents
Kathryn reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and health care matters in New Orleans and the surrounding Louisiana area.
Credentials
Kathryn T. Trew's legal education and bar admissions
Paul M. Hebert Law Center, Louisiana State University
J.D. · 2011
Louisiana State University
B.S. · 2007
Jurisdictions
Kathryn's state bar admissions
Louisiana U.S. Distr
2011 · ACTIVE
Kathryn studied at J.D. in Paul M. Hebert Law Center, Louisiana State University and B.S. in Louisiana State University.
Law school and academic background
Kathryn completed J.D. in Paul M. Hebert Law Center, Louisiana State University and B.S. in Louisiana State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kathryn runs in Louisiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Kathryn T. Trew's office in New Orleans
Kathryn's primary office is at 1100 Poydras Street, Suite 2900, New Orleans, LA, 70163. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP
1100 Poydras Street, Suite 2900
New Orleans, LA 70163
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How to hire Kathryn T. Trew — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kathryn usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kathryn charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kathryn'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; Kathryn will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in New Orleans, Louisiana
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Kathryn
Kathryn discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Kathryn confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kathryn's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kathryn T. Trew
How much does it cost to hire Kathryn for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kathryn walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kathryn offer a free consultation?
Kathryn charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kathryn's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Kathryn's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Louisiana typically take?
Simple business 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. Kathryn gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kathryn take my case if I'm outside New Orleans?
Kathryn 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 — Kathryn 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 Kathryn?
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. Kathryn will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kathryn accepting new business clients right now?
Kathryn'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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