David W. O'Quinn
About David W. O'Quinn
David W. O'Quinn is a lawyer based in New Orleans, LA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2010. David W. O'Quinn is recognized in the following practice areas:
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New Orleans, Louisiana
- Insurance Law
- Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
- Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
- Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Irwin Fritchie Urquhart Moore & Daniels LLC
Education: Louisiana State University, B.A., graduated 1984 and Loyola University New Orleans, J.D., graduated 1987
Location: New Orleans, LA
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