Covington Personal Injury Lawyer Serving the Northshore and St. Tammany Parish

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I represent injured people, licensed professionals, and homeowners across Covington, Mandeville, and Slidell — in the 22nd Judicial District Court and wherever their cases take them. With 31 years of trial experience and a practice built almost entirely on referrals, I know this region, its courts, and the insurance tactics that follow every serious wreck on I-12 or US-190.

The Northshore has grown fast, and so has the traffic. Covington and Mandeville sit at the crossroads of commuter routes, commercial trucking corridors, and parish roads that see serious accidents every week. When those accidents happen, the insurance adjuster on the other end of the phone already has a strategy. I spent years on that side of the table — first as an insurance adjuster, then as insurance-defense counsel — before switching to represent injured plaintiffs. That background is not a footnote. It changes how I build cases and how I negotiate.

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How I Handle Cases for Northshore Clients

Personal Injury and Auto Accidents in St. Tammany Parish

St. Tammany Parish roads generate a steady volume of serious injury claims — rear-end collisions on the Causeway approaches, 18-wheeler accidents on I-12, and intersection crashes throughout Covington and Slidell. I handle personal injury cases from initial investigation through trial, and I know exactly how carriers evaluate soft-tissue claims, dispute liability on multi-vehicle crashes, and use recorded statements to limit what they pay. If you've been hurt in a car accident or truck accident on the Northshore and an adjuster has already reached out, do not give a recorded statement before we talk.

Professional License Defense for Northshore Licensees

A board complaint does not have to end your career — but it can if you don't respond correctly from the start. I serve as disciplinary counsel to the Louisiana State Board of Dentistry, which means I understand how licensing boards build their cases, what investigators look for, and where defense strategy can make the difference between a reprimand and a revocation. I represent dentists, contractors, and other licensed professionals across St. Tammany Parish who are facing board investigations and need someone who knows the process from the inside.

Construction Disputes and Defective Work Claims

Homeowners and small contractors in Covington and Mandeville often find themselves in disputes with no clear idea of where to start. I hold a Louisiana general contractor's license and have owned a contracting company since 2003, which means I can evaluate the construction itself — not just the paperwork. Whether you're dealing with a contractor who walked off the job, defective work you can't get corrected, or a mechanic's lien filed against your property, I can assess what happened and what your options are.

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Why Northshore Clients Work with Me

I do not run a high-volume firm where your file gets passed to a paralegal and you hear from someone different every time you call. I am a solo practitioner — the attorney you hire is the attorney who handles your case, appears in court, and answers when you have questions. That matters more than most people realize until they've experienced the alternative.

 

A few things that distinguish how I practice:

 

  • 31 years of trial experience, including cases tried in the 22nd Judicial District Court
  • Former insurance adjuster and insurance-defense lawyer — I know how the other side evaluates claims
  • Disciplinary counsel to the Louisiana State Board of Dentistry — an insider's understanding of how boards prosecute licensees
  • Licensed general contractor since 2003 — I can read a construction project, not just a contract
  • A practice built almost entirely on client referrals, which means results drive everything I do

Frequently Asked Questions for Northshore Injury and Legal Matters

  • Do I need a lawyer on the Northshore after a wreck?
    Not every accident requires litigation, but if you've been injured, you almost certainly need legal advice before you talk to the other driver's insurance company. Adjusters are trained to resolve claims quickly and for as little as possible. A conversation with me costs nothing and gives you a clear picture of where you stand before you make any decisions.
  • Can a St. Tammany Parish injury attorney near me handle cases in New Orleans or Jefferson Parish?
    Yes. I am licensed to practice throughout Louisiana and regularly handle cases in multiple parishes. My office is in Metairie, and I serve clients across the Northshore, Greater New Orleans, and Jefferson Parish.
  • What is the 22nd Judicial District Court and will my case be filed there?
    The 22nd Judicial District Court covers St. Tammany and Washington parishes. If your accident or legal matter arose in Covington, Mandeville, or Slidell, your case will most likely be filed in that court. I have experience practicing there and understand how cases move through that docket.
  • How quickly should I contact a Northshore injury lawyer after an accident?
    As soon as possible. Evidence disappears, witness memories fade, and insurance companies begin building their file from day one. Louisiana's general prescriptive period for personal injury claims is one year from the date of the accident — missing that deadline extinguishes your right to recover. Early contact gives me the best opportunity to preserve what matters.
  • Do you handle professional license defense for contractors in St. Tammany Parish?
    Yes. I represent contractors and other licensed professionals facing investigations or disciplinary proceedings before Louisiana licensing boards. Because I hold a general contractor's license myself and have owned a contracting company since 2003, I bring a practical understanding of the industry that most attorneys cannot offer.

Ready to Talk to a Northshore Attorney?

If you've been hurt in an accident, received a board complaint, or are dealing with a construction dispute in Covington, Mandeville, or Slidell, I'm ready to hear what happened and tell you honestly where you stand. There's no obligation, and the first conversation is free.