Kathleen Haggerty is a seasoned legal professional serving as General Counsel at PBMares, LLP, a top 100 public accounting firm since January 2015. In this role, Kathleen oversees client dispute resolution, manages contracts, and advises on employment matters, mergers and acquisitions, and regulatory compliance. Previous experience includes serving as a Healthcare Auditor and HIPAA Security Officer at TMDG, LLC, where Kathleen ensured compliance with regulations and conducted audits. As an Associate Attorney at Fotheringill & Wade, LLC, Kathleen successfully recovered over $2 million for healthcare providers and navigated complex insurance appeals. Kathleen began legal career as a Law Clerk at The Law Offices of Erika E. Cole, handling civil litigation and corporate documentation. Educational background includes a Juris Doctor from the University of Baltimore School of Law and a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Boston University.