Experienced Federal Criminal Defense Attorney.

Before founding the Law Office of Kate Rumsey, Kate spent years as a prosecutor in the Department of Justice, where she investigated and tried cases involving financial crimes, health care fraud, immigration fraud, and public corruption.

She began her prosecutorial career on the DOJ's Health Care Fraud Strike Force, one of the government's most specialized enforcement units, and received a Special Commendation from the U.S. Attorney General for her work.

Why Kate Started This Firm

As the daughter of a pharmacist and small business owner, Kate understands how much is at stake for individuals and businesses when the federal government and regulatory agencies come knocking.

After years at several big law firms, Kate saw how big-firm rates put experienced federal representation out of reach for most individuals and small businesses.

The Law Office of Kate Rumsey exists to change that: elite representation at rates that work for individuals and businesses.

  • Education

    University of Notre Dame, BA

    NYU School of Law, JD

  • Clerkship

    Judge Barbara M.G. Lynn

    Northern District of Texas

  • Bar Admissions

    Texas

    New York

  • Federal Court Admissions

    Northern, Eastern, Southern, and Western Districts of Texas; Western District of Virginia; and the Fourth, Fifth, and Seventh Circuit Courts of Appeals

Former Federal Prosecutor & Air Force Officer

Before entering government service, Kate clerked for the Honorable Barbara M.G. Lynn in the Northern District of Texas and was a senior associate in the litigation and white collar practice groups of several law firms.

After nearly two decades of legal experience, Kate has handled hundreds of federal criminal matters, tried many federal cases to a jury, and argued before several federal appellate courts, including the Fourth, Fifth, and Seventh Circuits.

For her work as a federal prosecutor, Kate was awarded a Special Commendation from the U.S. Attorney General.

Kate has also served as a JAG officer in the U.S. Air Force Reserves, where she participated in courts martial and contested discharge boards. She was named JAG Reservist of the Year in the Second Air Force and won an award for public speaking at Officer Training School.

Kate’s Prior Law Firm Experience:

  • Baker Botts LLP

  • Dentons US LLP

  • Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP

Beyond the Law

Kate grew up in North Texas and now resides in the same area with her husband, who also serves in the U.S. Army, and their two kids. Kate and her family attend St. Ann Catholic Church in Coppell, Texas.

Outside the office, Kate can be found spending time with her family as well as running, crocheting, taking piano lessons, and working on her Spanish, which she is learning to better serve her clients.