Philip S. Brooks, Jr.
About Philip S. Brooks, Jr.
Philip S. Brooks, Jr. is a lawyer based in New Orleans, LA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2018. Philip S. Brooks, Jr. is recognized in the following practice area:
- New Orleans, Louisiana
- Admiralty and Maritime Law
Current Firm: Brooks Gelpi Haasé LLC
Education: Tulane University, J.D., graduated 1992 and Washington and Lee University, B.A., graduated 1988
Location: New Orleans, LA
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