Best Lawyers in Louisiana, United States for Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
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Tim Eagan enjoys a diverse legal practice concentrating on complex commercial litigation in the trial and appellate courts in both the state and federal court systems. He has represented business clients in a range of industries including energy, securities, exploration, health care, banking and construction. Tim has served as lead counsel in national and state class actions, multidistrict litigation, regulatory actions, antitrust, RICO, securities fraud, shareholder disputes, corporate dispu...
Madaline is a member of Butler Snow’s Tort, Transportation and Specialized Litigation group. She focuses her practice on legal and professional malpractice, commercial litigation, and casualty litigation. Madaline’s experience spans a wide range of subject matters, including professional liability, redhibition, constitutional rights, trucking, personal injury, construction, and commercial disputes. She represents clients in federal and state courts at both the trial and appellate ...
Katherine Fallas provides clear, strategic legal solutions while advocating zealously for her clients. She focuses on transportation defense, general litigation, and transactional matters including mergers and acquisitions, as well as advising local governments on land use, permitting, and public works issues. Discover more about Katherine’s practice here .
Matthew C. Holman is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Environmental, Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants and Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants. Matthew C., who practices law in New Orleans, Louisiana, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Matthew C. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Parker Bradley is a diligent litigator who prioritizes honesty, integrity, and client-focused representation. He concentrates his practice on liability and litigation matters, including professional liability and legal malpractice, and brings experience from personal injury, criminal law, and foreclosure matters. Learn more about his practice: Parker Bradley
Cody Castle combines a deep understanding of his clients’ businesses with timely, clear communication to develop effective litigation strategies and achieve favorable outcomes. He focuses on insurance defense and admiralty and maritime law, with additional experience in trucking, transportation, and ride-share personal injury matters. Learn more about Cody Castle’s practice .
Ambrose Stearns is an attorney with Kean Miller in Lafayette, Louisiana, focusing his practice on offshore energy and marine litigation , general casualty claims , and related business and corporate matters. His work regularly involves issues arising under Energy Law and Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants, particularly in matters connected to Louisiana’s energy and maritime industries. Ambrose represents businesses of all sizes, with a significant emphasis on energy companies...
Brian Lindsey has practiced law in Lafayette, Louisiana since 2014 and is an attorney with Kean Miller , where he is part of the offshore energy and maritime practice group. His practice is focused on civil defense litigation for companies in the energy, transportation, maritime, and industrial sectors. Brian regularly represents defendants in complex matters arising from multi-party accidents, contractual defense and indemnity obligations, and insurance coverage disputes. His work includes m...
Margaret W. McLaughlin is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law, Litigation - Labor and Employment, Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants and Product Liability Litigation - Defendants. Margaret W., who practices law in New Orleans, Louisiana, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Ma...
Brent Powell brings a team-oriented approach to his litigation practice, shaped by his background as both a player and coach in competitive sports. He emphasizes transparency and communication with clients, ensuring their goals and concerns guide each stage of the defense strategy. Brent focuses on civil defense litigation, with a concentration in Louisiana Workers’ Compensation, where he represents insurers, third-party administrators, and employers before the Louisiana Office of Worke...
Claire Zeringue is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law and Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants. Claire, who practices law in New Orleans, Louisiana, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Claire is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Kevin Amezquita represents clients in civil litigation with a focus on insurance defense, personal injury, and commercial disputes. He guides clients through all stages of litigation, emphasizing proactive case management, strategic solutions, and achieving cost-effective resolutions. Learn more about Kevin’s practice and experience: gallowaylawfirm.com
Sara Kuebel is an associate in the Jones Walker Maritime Practice Group. Sara advises clients in a broad range of disputes, with a concentration in maritime litigation, including allisions and collisions and claims under General Maritime Law, the Jones Act, the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act, and the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act. Sara has experience litigating various matters, having assisted with numerous bench and jury trials in both federal and state court. She h...
Jose Ruiz is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Insurance Law, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants and Transportation Law. Jose, who practices law in New Orleans, Louisiana, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jose is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Kathryn Briuglio is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants. Kathryn, who practices law in New Orleans, Louisiana, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kathryn is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Colin Casciato is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law and Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants. Colin, who practices law in New Orleans, Louisiana, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Colin is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
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