Katherine L. McArthur Bio
Senior Partner, McArthur Law Firm
The Legacy of Katherine L. McArthur
For more than four decades, Katherine “Kathy” McArthur has dedicated her career to fighting for individuals who have suffered catastrophic injuries and families who have lost loved ones due to the negligence of others. With over $450 million recovered for her clients, she has established herself as one of Georgia’s most respected personal injury attorneys and a trusted advocate in cases involving trucking accidents, medical malpractice, products liability, premises liability, and wrongful death.
As a Bastion of Justice, Kathy McArthur’s living legacy is defined by her precision-driven method for securing exceptional results for her clients, her mentorship of a team of eight award-winning lawyers and her unwavering commitment to protecting those who have been wronged by negligence.
America’s Only Quadruple-Board Certified Attorney
Kathy McArthur’s unprecedented level of expertise is built upon a foundation of academic excellence. She graduated from the University of North Carolina in 1976 with Phi Beta Kappa honors, where she was recognized as a member of the Order of the Old Well and the Order of St. Andrews, while serving as Co-Chairman of the UNC Honor Court, and earned her J.D. from UNC School of Law in 1979.
She is the only attorney in the United States who is board certified in four distinct specializations by the National Board of Trial Advocacy:
- Truck Accident Law
- Medical Malpractice
- Civil Trial Law
- Civil Practice Advocacy
To put this achievement in perspective, fewer than 3-5% of attorneys nationwide earn board certification in even one specialization. Kathy’s quadruple certification represents the highest level of legal expertise and places her among the most elite trial lawyers in America.
A Proven Record of Results
Throughout her career, Kathy has secured landmark verdicts and settlements that have provided justice and financial security for families facing unimaginable circumstances. Her victories span complex medical malpractice cases, devastating trucking accidents, and a wide range of catastrophic injury cases.
Widely regarded as “the lawyer’s lawyer” by her peers, Kathy McArthur is the expert attorneys rely on when handling high-stakes, complex, and serious injury cases.
Recognized by Her Peers, Trusted by Her Clients
Kathy’s exceptional work has earned recognition from the legal community and beyond.
Current Rankings:
- Top 10 Attorney in Georgia across all fields of law (2018–2025)
- Georgia Super Lawyer since 2005; Top 10 since 2018, and Top 3 since 2023
- AV-Rated by Martindale-Hubbell—the highest rating for legal ability and ethical standards
- Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum member, a distinction held by fewer than 1% of U.S. attorneys
Media Recognition: Kathy’s expertise has been featured on national platforms including The New York Times and The Joy Behar Show, where she discussed the dangers of distracted driving. She regularly appears in Georgia media for high-profile cases.
A Leader in the Legal Community
Beyond her client work, Kathy has served in leadership roles that demonstrate her commitment to the legal profession:
- President, Georgia Chapter of ABOTA (American Board of Trial Advocates) (2003)
- President, William A. Bootle American Inn of Court (2003-2004)
- National Board Member, ABOTA (2006-2008)
- Special Master for Disciplinary Matters, State Bar of Georgia (2009-Present)
Rooted in Georgia, Respected Nationwide
Under Kathy’s leadership, McArthur Law Firm has earned national recognition as one of America’s Best Law Firms by U.S. News & World Report every year since 2013. What began as a practice rooted in Macon has grown into a statewide presence with offices in Atlanta and Warner Robins, built on core values of compassion, meticulous attention to detail, and fierce dedication to clients.
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATION MEMBERSHIPS:
1980-Present Macon Bar Association
1980-Present State Bar of Georgia
Georgia Association of Women Lawyers
1993-Present American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA), Georgia Chapter
Vice President (2002)
President (2003)
National Board Member (2006-2008)
2000-Present William Augustus Bootle American Inn of Court
President (2003-2004)
2015-Present International Society of Barristers
1993-Present Association of Trial Lawyers of America now American Association of Justice
1993-Present Georgia Trial Lawyers Association
1995-Present Middle Georgia Trial Lawyers Association
2009-Present State Bar of Georgia
Special Master for Disciplinary Matters
COURT ADMISSIONS:
1980 United States District Court for the Middle District of Georgia
1980 United States District Court for the Southern District of Georgia
1981 United States District Court for the Northern District of Georgia
2001 Supreme Court of the State of Georgia
2009 United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit
2011 Supreme Court of the United States of America
2018 Court of Appeals of the State of Georgia
PROFESSIONAL HONORS & DISTINCTIONS:
1989-Present AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated by Martindale Hubbell
(I was the only female AV-rated attorney in the State of Georgia for the first three years that I had this rating.)
1989-Present Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers
2000 Georgia Woman Lawyer of Achievement, given by the Georgia
Association of Women Lawyers
2005 Macon Bar Association Lawyer of the Year
2005-Present Georgia Super Lawyer
2018-Present: Top 10
2023, 2024 & 2025: Number 3
2013-2023 Best Lawyers in America, as rated by U.S. News & World Report
2013 Medical Malpractice Lawyer of the Year – Macon
2016 Personal Injury Litigation Lawyer of the Year – Macon
2017 Medical Malpractice Lawyer of the Year – Macon
2019 Medical Malpractice Lawyer of the Year – Macon
2021 Medical Malpractice Lawyer of the Year – Macon
2023 Personal Injury Litigation Lawyer of the Year – Macon
2023 Medical Malpractice Lawyer of the Year – Macon
2013-Present Best Law Firms in America, as rated by U.S. News & World Report
2013-Present Top Women Attorneys in Georgia, as published in Atlanta Magazine
2013-Present The American Society of Legal Advocates Top 100 Litigation Lawyers in the State of Georgia
2022 Tradition of Excellence Award, given by the General Practice and
Trial Section of the State Bar of Georgia
2025 Tommy Malone Award for Excellence and Integrity in Litigation
If you or a loved one has suffered a catastrophic injury due to someone else’s negligence, Katherine McArthur and her team are here to help. Contact McArthur Law Firm today for a consultation with Georgia’s most qualified personal injury attorney.
