Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith is working diligently, through its expertise and leadership, to restart the Louisiana Chapter of the Claims and Litigation Management Alliance (CLM). Three of Galloway’s Greater New Orleans attorneys are serving on the Board: Katherine Fallas as Chapter President, Stephen Eckholdt as Vice President, and Ryan O’Connor as Director of Education.
Fallas, Eckholdt, O’Connor, and the Chapter will hold its first networking event on November 19 in New Orleans. Find out more about CLM Louisiana here.
“I am excited to help relaunch the Louisiana CLM Chapter, with the support of Galloway and my partners, and create a place where the outstanding talent across Louisiana’s claims industry can connect, learn from one another, and build meaningful relationships,” Fallas said. She added, “My hope is that our industry colleagues will get involved, attend events, and benefit from this new chapter.”
Galloway is an active member of CLM throughout our service area. Leveraging our experience and knowledge, we lead the conversations that shape trends and developments within our clients’ industries to provide business-forward representation. As Galloway approaches its fortieth year of service, lasting relationships with industry leaders and legal colleagues is a hallmark of the Firm.
Katherine Currie Fallas
Katherine Fallas conveys clear solutions to her clients with tenacious advocacy for the business objectives. Her practice focuses on the transportation industry and general litigation, and has recently expanded her practice to cyber and technology law with a focus on platform-based and gig economy defense.
Stephen Eckholdt
From the onset of a case, Stephen Eckholdt partners with his clients to achieve the individualized matter theme and defense resolution. He serves local, regional, and national clients through investigation, trial, and appeal in transportation, coverage, and personal injury.
Ryan O’Connor
Ryan O’Connor is known for his pragmatic approach in transportation, liability, and medical malpractice representation. He works closely with his clients with early case strategies aimed at controlling risk, managing costs, and positioning matters for favorable resolution.
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Contact Katherine Fallas to learn more about CLM Louisiana.



