Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith, a premier law firm with offices in Louisiana, Texas, Florida, Mississippi, Missouri, Alabama, and Georgia, is pleased to announce that four attorneys have been promoted to Director, effective January 1, 2026.
Since its founding in 1987, Galloway has ingrained attorney development and upward mobility into its Firm culture which has led to decades of growth, success, and recognition from Martindale-Hubbell, Best Lawyers, Best Law Firms, and Chambers USA.
Exemplifying the Firm values of going way above and way beyond in complex and sophisticated matters, these experienced attorneys have contributed to Galloway’s vision of unwavering commitment to client success.
Catherine Arpen
Catherine Arpen is a Director in Galloway’s Jacksonville, Florida office, where she represents businesses and insurers in complex general liability and insurance defense matters. Her practice includes premises liability, motor vehicle accident defense, products liability, and commercial litigation, with a particular focus on hospitality, retail, and transportation industries. Known for a thorough case evaluation paired with strategic planning and responsive client communication, Catherine partners with clients and adjusters in delivering favorable outcomes.
Susan Bruhnke
Based in Galloway’s Gulfport, Mississippi office, Susan Bruhnke is a Director with a practice focused on workers’ compensation and insurance defense litigation. She represents employers and insurers in Mississippi and Alabama workers’ compensation matters, claims under the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act, and related multi-state disputes. Susan is recognized for her disciplined approach and dedication to achieving timely, positive results for her clients.
George Gaston
George Gaston is a Director in Galloway’s Mobile, Alabama office who focuses on insurance defense and civil litigation. With deep roots in Alabama and a practice that includes Mississippi, he represents clients in personal injury, construction defect, professional liability, breach of contract, and real estate title disputes. George’s clients value his keen case analysis and focused approach that aligns legal strategies with business objectives.
William Johnson
William Johnson serves as Director in Galloway’s Pensacola, Florida office, concentrating his practice on insurance defense litigation. He is known for his rigorous preparation, efficiency, attentiveness, and practical advocacy style. William’s unique background, which includes advanced studies in human rights law and a PhD in English language and literature, enriches his strategy in litigating complex legal challenges.
Galloway congratulates Catherine, Susan, George, and William on the well-deserved promotion.
