Katherine M. Silverman - Berman Fink Van Horn P.C.

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Katherine M. Silverman

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Katherine M. Silverman

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Katherine M. Silverman

Principal

Katherine M. Silverman

Biography
Credentials
Recognition
News & Insights
Publications
Community

Biography

Katherine Silverman is a business litigator with a unique depth of experience in handling commercial real estate disputes. She previously worked at a boutique real estate firm, where she assisted clients with issues related to leasing, development, and investment in commercial real estate. Today, a Principal at Berman Fink Van Horn, Katherine uses her litigation skills to problem solve for her clients – whether in real estate disputes or general business litigation.

Katherine is a thoughtful and strategic litigator who can map out a plan for her clients to efficiently manage litigation. These skills come to light when Katherine steps in the courtroom, giving her clients a tangible edge with her years of experience and aptitude in public speaking. Katherine has tried business cases all the way through jury verdict – securing successful results for her clients after years of hard-fought litigation. She assists clients in a variety of business disputes involving commercial real estate transactions, real estate development, and lending relationships.

A graduate of Emory University School of Law, Katherine was a member of the moot court team, mock trial team, and the Order of Barristers. Prior to law school, she received a B.S. in Journalism from Northwestern University.

Outside of the office, Katherine serves on the Board for the Wildwood Civic Association and enjoys exploring the Atlanta restaurant scene, reading contemporary fiction and listening to NPR and podcasts. She lives in Buckhead with her husband and two children.
Credentials

Bar Admissions
- Georgia (2011)
  - Court of Appeals of Georgia
  - Supreme Court of Georgia
- Federal
  - USDC, Northern District of Georgia
  - USDC, Middle District of Georgia
  - 11^th Circuit Court of Appeals
Education
- B.S., Northwestern University, 2008
- J.D., Emory University School of Law, Honors, 2011
Professional Memberships
- Atlanta Bar Association
  - Real Estate Section
    - Secretary (Present)
    - Board Member-at-Large (2020)
  - Litigation Section
- State Bar of Georgia
- Georgia Association of Women Lawyers
- Urban Land Institute (2015 – 2019)
Recognition
- Katherine has been awarded an AV Peer Review rating by Martindale-Hubbell for legal knowledge, analytical capability, judgment, communication and legal experience.
- Katherine has been selected as a Georgia Super Lawyers Rising Star (2020 – present).
- Katherine has been awarded a Pro Bono Star Award from Atlanta Legal Aid in recognition of her significant hours of volunteer legal aid for low income clients.
News & Insights

Blog Posts

Breach of Contract Claim

Breaking Down Twitter’s Lawsuit Against Elon Musk

NFTs

NFTs and the Law – NFT Rights and Basics

NFT stands for non-fungible token. For a token to be non-fungible, it must be unique and unable to be exchanged for a similar item.

Served with a lawsuit in Georgia

What to Do if Your Business Gets Sued

Georgia Bar Advice

Can Opposing Counsel Contact My Former Employees?

When a commercial tenant defaults on its lease obligations

February 2021 Commercial Eviction Update

Repair and Maintenance Obligations

Repair and Maintenance Obligations in Commercial Leases

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Presentations
- On June 15, 2022, Katherine presented during a National Business Institute seminar, “Georgia Civil Practice, Procedure, and Forms.”
- On December 4, 2020, Katherine participated on a BFV Virtual Roundtable to address employment, real estate, noncompete/unfair competition and mergers and acquisitions topics.
- On January 2019, Katherine co-presented to Fulton County State and Superior Court Judges and Staff Attorneys on voidable/fraudulent transfers. This presentation was part of a seminar/CLE series hosted by the Fulton County Business Court.
Publications
- Sonic Signs $7M Deal 5.with Banks To Settle Data Breach Suit (Law360, May 2022)
- Featured in Daily Report Online, “Over It: Fulton Jury Finds for ATL R&B Label LVRN in Suit Seeking Share of Company, Profits” (November 5, 2021)
- “Recent Court Rulings Demonstrate Value of Operating Covenants,” National Real Estate Investor (June 4, 2018)
- “Outlet Lawsuits Highlight the Need to Update Leases,” Value Retail News Guest Column (May 2016)
Community
- Atlanta Legal Aid Service Council
- Board Member, Wildwood Civic Association