Gallagher & Kennedy is pleased to welcome Karin S. Aldama as a lateral shareholder in its Phoenix office.
Joining G&K from an AmLaw 50 firm and with more than 25 years of legal experience, Karin advises government entities and Fortune 500, large, and midsize companies in complex insurance coverage matters, commercial litigation, and arbitration. Her clients operate in industries such as hospitality, finance, utilities, aerospace, and semiconductors.
Karin's exceptional legal acumen, particularly in complex insurance matters and dispute resolution, makes her an invaluable addition to our team. Her impressive track record and commitment to client advocacy align perfectly with our firm's dedication to delivering top-tier legal services.
Kevin O'Malley, Managing Partner
Karin has successfully represented policyholders in coverage disputes involving environmental, director and officer, professional and general liability, cyber, property, and business interruption policies. She has also prevailed in London arbitrations under the Bermuda Form.
Beyond insurance, Karin has a strong background in complex commercial and appellate litigation, including privilege law issues in cross-border disputes. She frequently represents clients in alternative dispute resolution, particularly international and domestic arbitration.
Karin earned her J.D., summa cum laude, from Georgetown University Law Center, where she was a member of the Order of the Coif. She also holds a B.A. in Business Administration and Management from National Louis University in Chicago.
Karin has held leadership roles in the Arizona Women Lawyers Association, the ABA Insurance Coverage Litigation Committee, and the Federal Bar Association. She has also served on the boards of Act One, the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce, and the Herberger Theater Center, contributing to community and arts initiatives. Karin is committed to pro bono work, and has represented indigenous detainees in immigration court, the Board of Immigration Appeal, and appellate courts, as well as assisted Holocaust survivors in securing reparations.
Gallagher & Kennedy welcomes Karin to its Litigation Group and looks forward to her contributions to the firm and its clients.
Established in 1978, Gallagher & Kennedy is an Arizona-based law firm with 64 attorneys in Arizona and New Mexico representing clients from Fortune 500 companies to small businesses and individuals. The firm’s clientele includes Freeport McMoRan, Inc., Arizona Diamondbacks, Arizona Cardinals, The Fertilizer Institute, Grand Canyon University, and Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS). Learn more at www.gknet.com or call 602-530-8019.
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