Hicks Thomas Promotes Katherine Kunz to Partner

March 06, 2025 at 11:58 AM EST

Hicks Thomas LLP is pleased to announce that Katherine Kunz has been elevated to partner at the firm, recognizing her exceptional legal acumen and dedication to complex commercial litigation, particularly in the energy sector.

Since joining Hicks Thomas in 2023, Kat has brought extensive experience representing plaintiffs and defendants in energy disputes, antitrust matters, employment conflicts, and securities litigation. Her career has included notable roles at premier litigation firms in Houston and New York as well as clerkships with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit and the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio.

"Kat is an outstanding litigator with a sharp legal mind and an unwavering commitment to client success," said Hicks Thomas partner John B. Thomas. "Her ability to navigate complex disputes with precision and confidence makes her an invaluable asset to our firm."

Clients and colleagues alike recognize Kat’s skill, leadership, and growing influence in the courtroom. At her partner announcement, an esteemed client joined Hicks Thomas to share remarks in her honor:

"As we've continued to work together, I enjoy seeing her develop, and I'm proud to see her be a partner here at such a wonderful firm."

Kat’s promotion reflects Hicks Thomas’ commitment to fostering top legal talent and delivering exceptional advocacy for its clients. She will continue to focus on energy litigation, appellate litigation, and complex business disputes, bringing strategic insight and relentless advocacy to every case.

Founded in 1997, Texas-based Hicks Thomas LLP is a premier litigation firm representing plaintiffs and defendants across the nation. With offices in Houston, Austin, Beaumont, Amarillo, and Sacramento, California, the firm provides in-depth experience in cases involving oil and gas (upstream, midstream, and downstream), construction, environmental, complex commercial, toxic tort, products liability, corporate governance, securities, banking, insurance coverage, transportation, trade secrets, and general business litigation. Learn more: http://www.hicks-thomas.com.