Katherine A. ORourke

Katherine A. ORourke

Family Law

5.0 (1 reviews)
Washington, District of Columbia
25+ years experience
Tucker PLLC
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1225 Nineteenth Street, NW, Suite 400, Washington, DC 20036
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Bio

Conflict is at the core of many divorces and can produce volatile emotions. Divorcing clients appreciate the combination of strength and compassion Katherine brings to her cases, especially when substance abuse, mental illness, domestic violence or contested child custody issues are involved. Katherine firmly believes in putting the children first in every divorce situation and in trying to reduce conflict between divorcing parents. A skilled problem-solver, Katherine acts decisively on behalf of her clients and is known for moving forward in a prompt and effective way to achieve her client’s goals.Katherine, a partner at Tucker PLLC, a premier DMV family law firm, practices all aspects of family law including complex financial issues and child-related matters. She has been litigating family law cases for over 16 years. As a former trial attorney with the Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia, Katherine has extensive experience in the courtroom. She ensures her clients understand the court process and are well prepared in the event a case goes to court.A respected and skilled litigator, Katherine is equally comfortable negotiating and formulating settlement agreements for her clients that prioritize the needs of children in the process and focus on protecting a secure financial future. Conflict is at the core of many divorces and can produce volatile emotions. Divorcing clients appreciate the combination of strength and compassion Katherine brings to her cases, especially when substance abuse, mental illness, domestic violence or contested child custody issues are involved. Katherine firmly believes in putting the children first in every divorce situation and in trying to reduce conflict between divorcing parents. A skilled problem-solver, Katherine acts decisively on behalf of her clients and is known for moving forward in a prompt and effective way to achieve her client’s goals.Katherine, a partner at Tucker PLLC, a premier DMV family law firm, practices all aspects of family law including complex financial issues and child-related matters. She has been litigating family law cases for over 16 years. As a former trial attorney with the Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia, Katherine has extensive experience in the courtroom. She ensures her clients understand the court process and are well prepared in the event a case goes to court.A respected and skilled litigator, Katherine is equally comfortable negotiating and formulating settlement agreements for her clients that prioritize the needs of children in the process and focus on protecting a secure financial future. Conflict is at the core of many divorces and can produce volatile emotions. Divorcing clients appreciate the combination of strength and compassion Katherine brings to her cases, especially when substance abuse, mental illness, domestic violence or contested child custody issues are involved. Katherine firmly believes in putting the children first in every divorce situation and in trying to reduce conflict between divorcing parents. A skilled problem-solver, Katherine acts decisively on behalf of her clients and is known for moving forward in a prompt and effective way to achieve her client’s goals. Katherine, a partner at Tucker PLLC, a premier DMV family law firm, practices all aspects of family law including complex financial issues and child-related matters. She has been litigating family law cases for over 16 years. As a former trial attorney with the Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia, Katherine has extensive experience in the courtroom. She ensures her clients understand the court process and are well prepared in the event a case goes to court. A respected and skilled litigator, Katherine is equally comfortable negotiating and formulating settlement agreements for her clients that prioritize the needs of children in the process and focus on protecting a secure financial future.

Practice Areas

Family Law

Awards & Recognition

  • Recognized: Family Law
  • The Best Lawyers in America - Washington, DC (2025)Collaborative Law: Family LawFamily LawFamily Law Mediation
  • Collaborative Law: Family Law
  • Family Law
  • Family Law Mediation
  • Best Lawyers in America© (2018 - 2023)
  • Washingtonian Magazine, Top Divorce/Family Lawyer (2017, 2018, 2024)
  • Washingtonian Magazine, Top Lawyer (2015 - 2025)
  • Washington, D.C., Super Lawyers – Family Law (2019 - 2025)
  • Selected to the Washington, DC, Super Lawyers “Top 50 Women Lawyers” list – Family Law (2025)

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2018

Education

  • Chicago-Kent College of Law at IIT, J.D., graduated 2000
  • College of Wooster, B.A., graduated 1992

Reviews

J

James Sanchez

2 weeks ago

A Guiding Light Through a Complex Divorce

Navigating my high-conflict divorce was one of the most difficult experiences of my life. Katherine O'Rourke’s 25 years of experience in Washington, D.C., family law were immediately evident. She masterfully balanced strength in protecting my interests with genuine compassion for the emotional toll. Her background in collaborative law and mediation was crucial; she steered us toward a settlement on complex asset division and custody, avoiding a destructive court battle. It’s no surprise she’s recognized by Best Lawyers. Katherine and the team at Tucker PLLC provided not just exceptional legal expertise, but a steady, professional hand throughout. The outcome was fair and allowed my family to move forward constructively.

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