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Civil Litigator Joins Spencer Fane in Nashville

October 28, 2026

Spencer Fane LLP is pleased to welcome Katherine Parkinson to the firm’s Nashville, Tennessee, office as an associate in the Litigation and Dispute Resolution Practice Group.

Katy represents individuals and businesses in a wide variety of civil disputes, using practical guidance and seasoned courtroom acumen to protect each client’s interests. Her experience spans multiple levels of Tennessee’s state court system, including bench trials before general sessions, chancery, and circuit courts. She has also appeared before a jury in the Eighth Circuit Court for Davidson County (Tennessee).

Katy works closely with clients throughout the litigation process, developing strategies tailored to the circumstances of each matter while working toward efficient, favorable resolutions.

Outside of her practice, Katy is a dedicated member of the Nashville Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Division, where she serves as the Arts Immersion Committee Chair.

“Katy is a strong and agile client advocate who is comfortable operating in and out of the courtroom,” said Samuel Jackson, office managing partner for Spencer Fane in Nashville. “We are excited to welcome her to our talented team of litigators and help her continue to build a proactive, client-centered practice.”

After completing her bachelor’s degree at San Francisco State University, Katy earned her Juris Doctor from Belmont University College of Law.