Kathryn J. Lapin

Kathryn is a spirited and strategic advocate who focuses her practice on complex commercial litigation and product liability defense. She works closely with clients to navigate high-stakes disputes, offering guidance, practical solutions and steadfast advocacy at every stage of litigation.

Kathryn represents businesses across a wide range of industries in matters involving breach of contract, tortious interference, unfair competition, trade secrets, product defects and professional negligence. She also has experience with class actions, multi-party disputes and warranty litigation.

Her practice spans all stages of litigation, from developing case strategy and managing complex discovery to drafting and arguing motions. She has experience with electronic discovery in high-volume matters, including negotiating ESI protocols and narrowing scope through targeted search strategies. Whether briefing a dispositive motion or preparing for mediation, Kathryn brings clarity, precision and a practical focus to every phase of the case.  

Kathryn earned her J.D., cum laude, from the University of Illinois Chicago School of Law, where she concentrated on Trial Advocacy and Dispute Resolution. She competed in four national mock trial competitions and served as the president of the Trial Advocacy Honors Board. During law school, she gained early litigation experience through externships with the City of Chicago Department of Law and judges in both the civil and domestic relations divisions. She holds a B.A. in political science from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Within the firm, Kathryn mentors junior associates and contributes to the firm’s collaborative culture. She brings energy and a client-first mindset to every case, committed to protecting her clients’ interests and helping them move forward with confidence.