New Orleans Personal Injury Lawyer Serving Orleans Parish

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If you've been hurt in an accident, received a board complaint notice, or found yourself in a construction dispute, you need a trial lawyer who knows how New Orleans courts work — and how the other side builds its case against you.

I've practiced in Louisiana courts for 31 years, and I represent clients across Orleans Parish in Civil District Court and beyond. My office is in Metairie, minutes from the city, and I handle cases personally — the attorney you hire is the attorney who handles your case, start to finish.

 

What makes my background unusual is that I've worked on both sides of the disputes I now handle. Before representing injured plaintiffs, I worked as an insurance adjuster and then as insurance-defense counsel. I know the internal playbook insurers use to minimize payouts, and I use that knowledge to counter it. I also serve as disciplinary counsel to the Louisiana State Board of Dentistry — which means I understand exactly how licensing boards build cases, because I've built them. And as a licensed general contractor since 2003 who still owns a contracting company, I can read the work itself when a construction dispute lands on my desk.

 

That combination of inside experience is not something you'll find at most firms.

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How I Help New Orleans Clients

Personal Injury — Car and Truck Accidents

If you were injured in a car accident or truck accident in New Orleans, you're likely dealing with medical bills, lost wages, and an insurance adjuster who is not working in your interest. I represent injured people in Orleans Parish and know how to push back against lowball offers and delayed settlements. My background as a former adjuster means I can anticipate exactly what the insurer is doing — and why.

Professional License Defense

A licensing board complaint can end a career. I defend dentists, contractors, and other licensed professionals before Louisiana regulatory boards. Because I currently serve as disciplinary counsel to the Louisiana State Board of Dentistry, I understand the investigative process, the procedural posture, and the arguments that actually move boards — not just the arguments that sound good. If you've received a complaint or notice of investigation, time matters. The board is already building its file.

Construction Litigation

New Orleans construction disputes — defective work, unpaid contractors, mechanic's lien problems — require a lawyer who can read the project, not just the contract. As a licensed general contractor, I can evaluate what actually happened on a job site and translate it into a legal argument that holds up in court. I represent both property owners and contractors in Orleans Parish construction litigation.

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Why New Orleans Clients Come to Me — and Come Back

  • 31 years of Louisiana trial practice
  • Former insurance adjuster and insurance-defense lawyer — I know how claims are evaluated from the inside
  • Disciplinary counsel to the Louisiana State Board of Dentistry — insider knowledge of how boards investigate and prosecute
  • Licensed general contractor since 2003 with an active contracting company
  • Solo practitioner — I handle your case personally, not a junior associate
  • Practice built almost entirely on client referrals

What New Orleans Clients Ask Before Hiring Me

  • Do you practice in Civil District Court in New Orleans?
    Yes. I handle cases in Civil District Court for Orleans Parish, as well as courts across the greater New Orleans metro. My office is in Metairie, and I represent clients throughout Orleans Parish and the surrounding area.
  • What should I do immediately after a car accident in New Orleans?
    Get medical attention first, even if you feel fine — symptoms from soft tissue injuries often appear hours or days later. Do not give a recorded statement to the other driver's insurance company before speaking with a lawyer. Adjusters are trained to use your own words to minimize your claim. Call me before you talk to them. I received a complaint notice from a Louisiana licensing board. How quickly do I need to respond? Immediately. Board complaints have strict response deadlines, and your initial response often sets the tone for the entire investigation. The board begins building its file the moment a complaint is filed. Waiting to retain counsel is one of the most common and costly mistakes licensees make.
  • Can you help me if a contractor did defective work on my New Orleans home?
    Yes. I handle construction defect claims for homeowners and property owners throughout Orleans Parish. As a licensed general contractor myself, I can assess what the work should have looked like, where it failed, and what it will cost to correct — which puts me in a stronger position when negotiating or litigating your claim. Is your office in New Orleans? My office is in Metairie, in Jefferson Parish, which borders New Orleans directly. I represent clients across Orleans Parish and the surrounding metro area. Most consultations can be handled by phone or at the office — whichever is easier for you.

Ready to Talk Through Your Case?

If you're in New Orleans or anywhere in Orleans Parish, I'm available to review your situation and tell you directly where you stand. There's no obligation to move forward after an initial consultation — just a straight conversation about your options.