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Katie Carner

Senior Counsel

ABHR attorneys advise on public finance and infrastructure matters, large land development, and local government regulation, representing special purpose districts as general counsel and bond counsel in the planning, financing, and construction of public infrastructure facilities.

“What I love about AHBR’s culture is that we are a culture of caring. We care for and take care of each other and our community for the long term.”

Katie advises special purpose district boards on contract negotiation and preparation, regulatory compliance, and the administration of public meetings. She represents a broad range of districts and projects, including Harris County MUD Nos. 500, 501, and 503 (Towne Lake); Fulshear MUD No. 1 (Fulbrook on Fulshear Creek); Freeport MUD No. 1; Kemah Municipal Management District No. 1; Willow Fork Drainage District; Fort Bend WCID No. 2; Waller County MUD No. 58 (Lakes of Cane Island); East Aldine Management District; and Brazoria County MUD Nos. 21 and 22 (Lakes of Savannah). In her practice, Katie counsels clients on public law matters, state and federal regulatory compliance, elections, intergovernmental coordination, and the issuance of municipal debt. She works closely with cities, counties, and private development partners to support effective governance and successful project delivery.

Drawing on her prior experience in federal regulatory matters and mergers and acquisitions at one of the nation’s premier law firms, Katie provides practical, solutions-oriented advice. What she enjoys most about her work at ABHR is seeing the tangible results—watching undeveloped land transform into thriving communities where people live, work, and play.

Education

George Washington University Law School (J.D., highest honors, 2007)

Michigan State University (B.A. & B.S., high honors, 2004)

 

Memberships & Affiliations

State Bar of Texas

National Association of Bond Lawyers

Houston Bar Association

 

Contact info

Executive Assistant

Brandi Arguello

(713) 800-8673

Fax: (713) 800-1173

barguello@abhr.com

Office Location

Houston

(713) 860-6482

Fax: (713) 860-6682

kcarner@abhr.com