Jared E. Nelson

Lafayette, LA Directions

Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2024

Awarded Practice Areas

Commercial Litigation Insurance Law Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants

Awarded Practice Areas

Commercial Litigation Insurance Law Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants

Works at

Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith

27 Best Lawyers awards

Biography

Jared Elijah-Akeem Nelson is a dedicated advocate known for partnering with clients through complex legal challenges. He draws on a diverse background in private and government practice to provide thorough communication, trust, and tailored solutions. Jared focuses on casualty, commercial, mass tort, environmental, workers’ compensation, and insurance defense litigation. His responsive, detail-oriented approach delivers value and confidence to clients.

Discover more about Jared’s client-centered practice at: gallowaylawfirm.com

Locations

Lafayette, Louisiana

337-735-1760

3861 Ambassador Caffery Parkway, Suite 300
Lafayette, LA 70503

Education

Southern University Law Center, JD, graduated 2018
Southern University, MPA
University of Virginia, BA

Bar Admissions

Louisiana, Louisiana State Bar Association, 2018

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. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit

Affiliations

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. - Member
Lafayette Bar Association - Member
Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel - Member
American Bar Association - YLD Member
National Bar Association - YLD Member

Client Testimonials

Awards & Focus

Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch^® in America 2026 for work in:

Commercial Litigation
Insurance Law
Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants

Additional Areas of Practice:

Workers' Compensation Law - Employers

Awards:

American Bar Association, 2025 On The Rise Top 40 Young Lawyer Award
National Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Division, 2024 Lendon J. Alexander Advocacy & Leadership Award Recipient
Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel, 2022 Frank L. Maraist Award Recipient

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