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Katherine A O'Rourke
About Katherine
Biography
Divorcing clients appreciate the combination of strength and compassion Katherine brings to her cases, especially when domestic abuse or child custody issues are involved. As a former trial attorney with the Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia, Katherine has extensive experience in the courtroom. She ensures clients understand the court process and focuses them on achieving realistic results.
Accessible and approachable, Katherine is known for moving quickly. Whether it is securing a temporary restraining order, preparing for Civil Protection Order trial in 10 days, or working with clients to formulate a Marital Settlement Agreement, Katherine acts decisively on behalf of her clients. They feel she is advocating for their best interests, working first to settle, but not hesitating to go to court if settlement isn’t possible.
The conflict of divorce can narrow an individual’s perspective. Katherine is adept at helping clients see the proverbial “light at the end of the tunnel” so they can move forward with their lives. At the end of the process, she wants clients to feel settled and empowered, that together they accomplished the best that was possible.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Child Custody
25%
19 years
Child Support
25%
19 years
Divorce and Separation
25%
19 years
Family
25%
25 years
Fees and Rates
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Maryland for 15 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 24 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Licensed in Illinois for 24 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
Tucker PLLC
1225 19th Street, NW, 400, Washington, DC, 20036
Tucker PLLC
4000 Legato Road, Centerpointe II, Suite 1100, Fairfax, VA, 22033
Tucker PLLC
4800 Hampden Lane, Suite 200, Bethesda, MD, 20814
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Katherine A O'Rourke's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
7 Client Reviews
Katherine A O'Rourke's Lawyer Endorsements
"Excellent family law attorney who is dedicated to client success."
"I endorse this lawyer. There is a reason Katie recently became a partner at our law firm: She is extremely committed to her clients and the results they seek. She is a strong negotiator and litigator and will work endlessly and persistently to attain justice and fairness for her clients. And, if that means playing hardball, she can do it as well as anybody. In addition, Katie is thoughtful and a very good listener (and empathetic); as a result, she is very attuned to her client's needs and desires. She is always ready to provide counsel. If you need an excelllent family lawyer Katie should be on the top of your list for all the reasons stated above."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. O'Rourke is a top notch attorney who will not put up with any nonsense from opposing counsel. I should know. Her demeanor in the courtroom is nothing short of exceptional and her negotiating skills and tactics are excellent. If I had a family law problem she would be on my short list of go to attorneys."
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Experience
Honors
2026
500 Leading Family Lawyers – Family Law, Litigation, Divorce, Lawdragon
2025
Washington, DC – Family Law, SuperLawyers
2025
Family Law, The Best Lawyers in America®
2025
Top Lawyer – Divorce and Family Law, Washingtonian Magazine
2023
Top Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2022
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2018
Top Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine
2017
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2017
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2016
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Washington DC Super Lawyers
1999
Public Interest Fellowship, Chicago Kent Law School
Work Experience
2024 - Present
Partner, Tucker PLLC
2008 - 2023
Partner, Feldesman Tucker Leifer Fidell
2004 - 2008
Assistant Attorney General, Office Of The Attorney General For The District Of Columbia
2003 - 2004
Law clerk to the Honorable Nan R. Shuker, DC Superior Court
2001 - 2002
Staff Attorney/Pro Bono Coordinator, DC Bar Pro Bono Program
Associations
2014 - Present
Advisory Merit Section PanelChair
2013 - Present
United States Supreme Court BarMember
2011 - Present
Friends of the Superior Court of the District of ColumbiaTreasurer
2011 - Present
Domestic Violence Rules CommitteeMember
2011 - Present
District of Columbia Bar, Family Law SectionMentor
2010 - Present
Maryland State Bar AssociationMember
2002 - Present
District of Columbia BarMember
2009 - 2012
District of Columbia Bar, Family Law Steering CommitteeMember
Sample of Legal Cases
In the Matters of M.D. and B.D., 135 Daily Wash. L. Rptr. 1193 (D.C. Super. Ct. May 14, 2007).
Education
2000
Chicago-Kent College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
College of Wooster
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Law school event
Creating Work-Life Balance
2013
District of Columbia Bar
Dealing with Difficult Clients
2006
Guest Lecturer
Child Protection Mediation Training
Publications
2017
2017
2017
Tucker PLLC
Divorcing a Narcissist
2016
Tucker PLLC
Should the Child Testify in a Custody Case?
2016
2016
Tucker PLLC
What Happens to Frozen Embryos after Divorce?
2015
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers