Katherine R. Woods
Katherine R. Woods
Partner
"Coverage litigation is constantly evolving, and I find adapting to the developments both rewarding and challenging. I further aim to put my clients at ease while finding efficient and effective solutions."

Katherine R. Woods
Partner
"Coverage litigation is constantly evolving, and I find adapting to the developments both rewarding and challenging. I further aim to put my clients at ease while finding efficient and effective solutions."
About Katherine
Katherine focuses her practice on commercial general liability and excess coverages, particularly on claims related to large project construction defects. She represents insurance companies in litigation matters, including insurance coverage, construction, bad faith, and extra-contractual liability. Managing all aspects of the litigation process, she defends lawsuits in state and federal courts throughout Florida for local and national clients.
Additionally, Katherine provides counsel to her clients on claims handling and management.
Katherine’s Affiliations
- Jacksonville Bar Association
Areas of Focus
Recognition
- The Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch™, Commercial Litigation; Construction Law; Insurance Law, 2022 – 2025; The Best Lawyers in America®, Construction Law, 2026
Credentials
Education
- University of Miami School of Law, JD, 2013
- Florida State University, BS, 2009
Bar Admissions
- Florida
Court Admissions
- US District Court for the Middle District of Florida
- US District Court for the Northern District of Florida
- US District Court for the Southern District of Florida
Thought Leadership
Presentations
- Panelist, "From Titian to Van Gogh: Brushstrokes of Insurance Coverage Issues," ALFA International 2022 Insurance & Professional Liability Seminar, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, June 23, 2022
Publications
- Co-Author, "Florida: Mechanic's Lien Basics," 2023 Compendium Construction Law Update, ALFA International, 2023
Interests
Katherine and her family are devoted Florida State Seminole fans.
Community/Civic Activities
- Florida State University Alumni Association
- Compassion International, Sponsor
Thought Leadership
Presentations
- Panelist, "From Titian to Van Gogh: Brushstrokes of Insurance Coverage Issues," ALFA International 2022 Insurance & Professional Liability Seminar, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, June 23, 2022
Publications
- Co-Author, "Florida: Mechanic's Lien Basics," 2023 Compendium Construction Law Update, ALFA International, 2023
Katherine's Insights

Press Release
Aug 21, 2025
102 Hinshaw Lawyers Recognized in 2026 Editions of The Best Lawyers in America® and Ones to Watch™

Press Release
Oct 16, 2024
Defense Litigator Katherine R. Woods Joins Hinshaw as a Partner in Miami