John F. "Trip" McCormick III

John F. "Trip" McCormick III


Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith

Recognized since 2022

New Orleans, Louisiana

Practice Areas

Commercial Litigation

Construction Law

Litigation - Construction

Litigation - Insurance

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John “Trip” McCormick protects clients’ legal interests while supporting their business growth. He focuses on commercial and construction litigation, aggressively defending contractual claims, pursuing unpaid debts, and helping clients manage risk and resolve conflicts. Trip represents architects, engineers, contractors, and suppliers in state and federal courts and arbitrations involving public works, commercial projects, and catastrophic structural failures. His practice also spans trucking, energy, real estate, and regulated utilities. A former English teacher and longtime New Orleans Rugby supporter, Trip brings dedication both in and out of the courtroom.

Find out more about Trip’s experience at: gallowaylawfirm.com

Location
  • 701 Poydras Street, 40th Floor
    New Orleans, LA 70139
Education
  • Louisiana State University, JD, graduated 2012
  • University of New Orleans, MFA, graduated 2005
  • Colorado College, BA, graduated 2001
Bar Admissions
  • Louisiana, Louisiana State Bar Association
Affiliations
  • American Council of Engineering Companies, Louisiana - Chair, Risk Management Committee
  • Associated Builders and Contractors of New Orleans - Member
  • Claims and Litigation Management Alliance - Member
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

Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Litigation - Construction
  • Litigation - Insurance
  • Construction Law
Additional Areas of Practice:
  • Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
  • Insurance Law
  • Transportation Law
  • Oil and Gas Law
  • Environmental Law

Publications

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