Kristine Orr Brown

Kristine Orr Brown is a trial attorney whose practice centers on employment discrimination, civil rights, personal injury, and wrongful death litigation. She represents individuals in complex disputes involving federal and state employment statutes, constitutional claims, and serious injury matters, advocating aggressively for accountability and fair outcomes in trial and appellate courts.

Kristine earned her undergraduate degree from Boston University, majoring in political science with a minor in history, and later obtained her Juris Doctor from The Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C. Her legal education included internships with the American Bar Association and a law school legal clinic, providing early exposure to advocacy and public service.

Kristine has extensive courtroom experience across Georgia trial courts and federal district courts, as well as the Georgia Court of Appeals, the Supreme Court of Georgia, and the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals. Her litigation background includes claims under Title VII, the ADA, the ADEA, the FMLA, the FLSA, and federal civil rights statutes.

Kristine’s practice reflects a deep understanding of employment law and civil rights litigation, including complex procedural and evidentiary issues. She regularly handles cases involving workplace discrimination, retaliation, wage disputes, and wrongful death, guiding clients through demanding legal processes while maintaining a focused, trial-ready approach.

In addition to her litigation work, Kristine has held numerous leadership roles within the legal profession. She currently serves as President of the Georgia chapter of the National Employment Lawyers Association. She has previously chaired sections of the State Bar of Georgia and served on statewide legal service boards.

Kristine is a frequent speaker at legal seminars, presenting on employment law, trial strategy, discovery, and damages. Her professional contributions have earned recognition as a Rising Star Super Lawyer in multiple years, reflecting peer acknowledgment of her skill and leadership.

Kristine Orr Brown is committed to principled advocacy and thorough preparation. She works closely with clients to develop effective legal strategies, pursue justice through litigation when necessary, and resolve disputes with clarity, persistence, and respect for the law.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Orr & Brown LLC
• President, Georgia Chapter of the National Employment Lawyers Association (NELA‑GA)
• Past Chairperson, State Bar of Georgia, General Practice & Trial Section
• Member, State Bar of Georgia
• Executive Committee Member, Georgia Legal Services Board of Directors (2006–2014)
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, Gainesville‑Northeast Georgia Bar Association
• Fellow, American Bar Foundation, Lawyers Foundation of Georgia

Licensed State

• Georgia

Education

• The Catholic University of America
  Juris Doctor (J.D.)
• Boston University
  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

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