Katherine Copeland

Everyone deserves a fierce advocate in their corner when they face a traumatic life experience. For Katherine, becoming that advocate meant leaving a successful 20-year career as a mechanical engineer to pursue her passion for the law.

Today, Katherine combines her technical expertise and legal training as an attorney focused on personal liability, complex civil matters and appellate advocacy. She thrives on challenging cases that demand analytical problem-solving and creative thinking. Her unique background translates into a meticulous eye for detail, clear and effective communication, and an unwavering commitment to securing the best possible outcomes for her clients.

Katherine earned her law degree summa cum laude from North Carolina Central University School of Law, attending the evening program while working full-time as an engineer. During law school, she served on the Moot Court Board and was named Best Oral Advocate at the William McGee National Civil Rights Moot Court Competition. She also interned with Judge Wanda Bryant at the North Carolina Court of Appeals and was awarded the Floyd B. Missick Award for Leadership and Scholarship. She holds an undergraduate degree in Architectural Engineering from Pennsylvania State University.