James A. Prather

Mandeville, LA Directions

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2019

Awarded Practice Areas

Construction Law Insurance Law Leisure and Hospitality Law Litigation - Construction

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Awarded Practice Areas

Construction Law Insurance Law Leisure and Hospitality Law Litigation - Construction

Works at

Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith

27 Best Lawyers awards

Biography

James A. Prather has over 30 years of experience representing clients in complex litigation, focusing on insurance defense, casualty claims, professional liability, and commercial disputes. He has tried cases in state and federal courts and is known for his thorough preparation and commitment to client goals.

Learn more about James’s extensive trial and litigation experience at: gallowaylawfirm.com

Locations

Mandeville, Louisiana

985-674-6680

Three Sanctuary Boulevard, Third Floor
Mandeville, LA 70471

New Orleans, Louisiana

504-525-6802

701 Poydras Street, 40th Floor
New Orleans, LA 70139

Education

Loyola University New Orleans, JD, graduated 1990
University of Louisiana - Monroe, BA, graduated 1986

Bar Admissions

Louisiana, Louisiana State Bar Association

Court Admissions

U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana
U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Louisiana
U.S. District Court for the Western District of Louisiana
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit

Affiliations

American Trucking Association - Member
Claims and Litigation Management Alliance - Member
Defense Research Institute - Member
Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel - Member
Louisiana Claims Association, New Orleans and Northshore Chapters - Member
Louisiana Surplus Lines Advisory Council - Member
Louisiana Surplus Lines Association - Member
Maritime Law Association of the United States - Member
Professional Insurance Agents of Louisiana - Member
Wholesale & Specialty Insurance Association - Legislative Affairs Committee

Client Testimonials

Awards & Focus

Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America^® 2026 for work in:

Construction Law
Insurance Law
Leisure and Hospitality Law
Litigation - Construction

Additional Areas of Practice:

Admiralty and Maritime Law
Environmental Law
Litigation - Insurance
Transportation Law
Product Liability Litigation - Defendants

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