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27 distinguished personal injury law attorneys in Louisiana, each reviewed by the Lawyers of Distinction Selection Committee.

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Anthony Irpino

Personal Injury Law

2216 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA

Since 1996, when he founded Irpino, Avin & Hawkins Law Firm, Anthony Irpino has been a creative and energetic advocate of victim’s rights in difficult and complex liability cases, helping to earn plaintiffs more than $350 million in settlements. He has fourteen years of experience working on behalf of plaintiffs, focusing on complex litigation in areas such as nursing home abuse, wrongful deaths, and Jones Act/Maritime law. Anthony has a reputation as a leader in class action litigation, serving as class counsel for plaintiffs in more than forty (40) class action, multi-district litigation and mass joinder lawsuits involving pharmaceutical litigation, Hurricane Katrina, chemical releases, explosions, fires, contaminations and evacuations, among many others. Because of his devotion to class action procedure, Anthony is an expert in strategic matters related to class actions and mass joinder cases. In most class actions he’s been involved in, Anthony has served in leadership roles of leading discovery, obtaining class certification, initiating and overseeing the Proof of Claim Process, and trial work. Anthony has been class counsel in five (5) class action cases that have been tried to judgment. Of particular note is a chemical leak case, in Re: New Orleans Train Car Leak and Fire Litigation, which resulted in a 3.35 billion dollar judgment. Additionally, in a train derailment and evacuation case, Mary Self, et al. v. Illinois Central Railroad, Anthony was co-lead trial attorney, arguing the case before a jury and winning a favorable judgment for his clients.

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Bobby R. Manning

Personal Injury Law

320 Pine St, Monroe, LA 71201, USA

A resident of Monroe, Louisiana since his birth in 1971, Bobby Manning opened his legal practice to represent his community in the court of law.

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Brandon Bennett

Brandon Bennett

Featured Lawyer

Personal Injury Law

500 Water Street, Madisonville, LA 70447

New Orleans native Brandon Bennett co-founded Bennett Hodgins Law in October 2016. He earned his undergraduate degree in Political Science in 2006 from Loyola University New Orleans and his law degree in 2009 from Loyola University New Orleans College of Law. Brandon was admitted to practice law in the great state of Louisiana in 2009. For more that 10 years, Brandon has utilized his legal talents to achieve the results his clients deserve in personal injury cases, business transactions, and commercial real estate. When Brandon is not advocating for his clients, he enjoys hunting, fishing, golfing, and scuba diving. Most importantly, he enjoys spending time with his wife and three children.

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Christian Creed

Christian Creed

Distinguished Lawyer

Personal Injury Law

1805 Tower Drive, Monroe, LA 71201

Personal injury litigation, including automobile accidents, big rig accidents, offshore and brown water accidents, social security disability claims, and wrongful death cases. Christian Creed has been representing clients in these areas for more than 25 years. Christian earned his bachelor’s degree from Louisiana State University in 1992, and then went on to graduate with honors from Loyola University New Orleans School of Law in 1995. After receiving his Louisiana Bar Admission later that year, he began practicing law in northeast and central Louisiana and has continued to represent clients throughout the state ever since.

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Damon Kirin

Personal Injury Law

3636 S Interstate 10 Service Rd E, Metairie, LA 70001, USA

Damon Kirin is identified by Kirin Law Firm in Metairie, Louisiana, as its attorney and managing member. He founded the firm in 2017, following an earlier partnership with Robert Diliberto. His firm biography lists toxic tort and oil and gas litigation, insurance claims, defective drug claims, personal injury and complex litigation as areas of focus. Before establishing those firms, Kirin worked on both sides of civil disputes. Tulane Law School’s account of his career describes representation of injured plaintiffs as well as insurance companies and other corporate defendants. That work included environmental law, toxic tort litigation, insurance claims and serious personal injuries. His education began at the University of Michigan, where he earned a bachelor’s degree with distinction from the School of Natural Resources and Environment. At Tulane, he completed both his law degree and an environmental law certificate, graduating cum laude in 1996. He then spent a year in a judicial clerkship before joining a small New Orleans defense firm. Contracts and medical malpractice were among the matters he handled there, alongside insurance defense, toxic torts and personal injury. Murray Law Firm brought Kirin on as an associate in 2000; his work there included oil and gas law and complex litigation. In 2005, he and Robert Diliberto established Diliberto & Kirin. Beyond his casework, Kirin has written Louisiana Bar Journal notes on toxic tort litigation and environmental insurance law. Tulane also credits him with serving as a moderator and panelist at Louisiana continuing education symposiums on environmental law and toxic tort litigation.

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David Danels II

David Danels II

Featured Lawyer

Personal Injury Law

2439 Manhattan Blvd #103, Harvey, LA 70058, USA

David is one of the co-founding attorneys at Hills, Daniels, & Associates. David was born and raised in New Orleans, LA. At a young age, David knew he wanted to be an attorney after watching his grandmother struggle to find legal support for his family members. Making it his ultimate goal, David became an attorney so his family would no longer have to search. ? David graduated high school at L.W. Higgins High and continued his education at UNO and SUNO. Upon graduating from SUNO, David went on to attend Southern University Law School. With years of experience, David is well versed in many practice areas including Personal injury, Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, Traffic Violation, and Business Formation. Having prepared and negotiated contracts for Large Companies, and Clerking for Judge D. Nicole Shepard in Civil District Court, David started his own law firm, The Daniels Law Firm, which has since merged to form Hills Daniels and Associates.

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David Kleinschmidt

Distinguished Lawyer

Personal Injury Law

3501 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70119, USA

David G. Kleinschmidt is a personal injury attorney in New Orleans and an associate at The Womac Law Firm. His work includes automobile and 18-wheeler accidents, as well as hurricane claims. Hurricane Ida is one example of the latter: his firm reports that he recovered more than $1 million for people whose homes and lives were destroyed by the storm. Kleinschmidt joined Womac in 2014, but not as a lawyer. His first position was file clerk, followed by a legal assistant position working with one of the firm’s litigation attorneys. He held that position until he finished law school and gained admission to the bar. Womac now lists him among its trial attorneys. Kleinschmidt earned a Bachelor of Science in Marketing at Louisiana State University and went on to receive his Juris Doctor from Loyola University New Orleans College of Law. His time at Loyola included membership in both the Moot Court Program and the Trial Advocacy Program. At the firm level, Womac describes a personal injury practice serving New Orleans and clients across Louisiana. It states that it does not represent insurance companies. These are descriptions of the firm’s practice; the matters named in Kleinschmidt’s individual biography are automobile accidents, 18-wheeler accidents and hurricane claims.

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Douglas Womac Jr.

Personal Injury Law

3501 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70119

Edward J. Womac, Jr. is the founder of the Womac Law Firm. He is a graduate of Louisiana State University Law School and has been practicing law since 1983. The Womac Law Firm has represented over 30,000 personal injury victims. Ed Womac practices in the area of civil litigation with a concentration in the areas of catastrophic personal injury, 18 wheeler accidents, company car accidents, slip and falls, maritime personal injury, and property damage claims. Ed Womac is on the Board of Trustees for LSU Law School and is on the Visiting Committee for Loyola Law School. He is a member of the Louisiana Association for Justice, the American Bar Association, the American Association for Justice, and the Jefferson Bar Association. Mr. Womac is a member of America’s Top 100 Personal Injury Attorneys as well as The National Trial Lawyer’s Top 100. The Womac Law Firm has been recognized by the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys as one of the 10 Best Law Firms for Client Satisfaction.

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Evan Breaux

Personal Injury Law

111 Veterans Boulevard, Suite 740, Metairie, LA 70005

A native of New Orleans, Louisiana and first born son of Darryl Breaux & Associates’ founder, Darryl Breaux, Evan Breaux has been around the field of personal injury law since he was young. Evan knew he wanted to be an attorney at a young age. Towards that end, he earned a Bachelor’s of Science in Business Management from the University of New Orleans in 2011. While a student at the University of New Orleans, Mr. Breaux worked for Darryl Breaux, thus beginning his experience in the field of personal injury law. Upon graduating from UNO’s business program, Evan Breaux began his tenure at Louisiana State University’s Paul M. Hebert Law Center. While in law school, Mr. Breaux worked as a law clerk for a Baton Rouge mixed litigation firm with a concentration in personal injury. In May of 2014, Evan earned his Juris Doctorate and a graduate diploma in comparative law from LSU. Soon after obtaining his Louisiana Bar license in January of 2015, Evan began working as an Associate Attorney at a well-known, large, personal injury firm in New Orleans. Evan gained valuable experience at that law firm and, in January of 2017, he joined the law office of Darryl Breaux & Associates. Mr. Breaux’s lifelong vocation is the study and the practice of personal injury law and he strives to get the very best results for his clients. Like his father, Darryl, Evan is accessible; he believes the idea of personal injury personal attention is what sets DB&A apart from the others. Mr. Breaux is a member of the Louisiana State Bar Association and is licensed to practice law in the state of Louisiana.

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George Recile

George Recile

Distinguished Lawyer

Personal Injury Law

One Galleria Blvd., Suite 1100, Metairie, LA 70001

George Recile is a Partner at Chehardy Sherman Williams. His primary practice area is personal injury. He also handles general litigation and represents clients with labor & employment issues. Mr. Recile has been named to America’s Most Honored Lawyers list and Outstanding Lawyers of America. He was named on several occasions as a Top Lawyer in Louisiana and was recognized by New Orleans Magazine as a “Top Lawyer.” He also holds the highest rating of AV-Preeminent from Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory regarding legal ability and adherence to ethical standards, professional reliability and diligence. Mr. Recile graduated from Tulane University with a Bachelor of Arts and earned his Juris Doctorate from Loyola University School of Law. He currently serves as an Adjunct Professor of Law Trial Advocacy at Tulane University School of Law. Mr. Recile is a former member of the House of Delegates of the Louisiana State Bar Association and a former chairman of the House of Delegates liaison committee to the Board of Governors of the Louisiana State Bar Association.

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Johanna Fini

Personal Injury Law

405 Saint Ferdinand Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802

A Baton Rouge Native, and LSU & Southern Alum, Johanna Fini has had a passion for the law and helping others in the community, since childhood. While ambitiously rising from a receptionist position to Associate Attorney at Gordon Mckernan, in a decade's time, her next objective was in the making. The determination for a more self-fulfilling direction regarding her passions, resulted in her very own law practice. This new aspiration & direction are her own genuine hopes to better serve the community, and to provide a more personalized/concierge class of service to her clients. At the end of the day, “Helping others is what I do, and love”.

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Joshua Rubenstein

Joshua Rubenstein

Featured Lawyer

Personal Injury Law

701 Poydras Street, Suite 4100, New Orleans, LA 70139

Joshua Rubenstein is a serious, dedicated attorney who meticulously researches and prepares all of his cases. Joshua studied English and Political Science at Vassar College and received his J.D. from Tulane Law School where he was involved with the Trial Advocacy Clinic and Moot Court. Joshua received a Certificate of Specialization in Maritime Law and was a Semi-Finalist in the John R. Brown National Admiralty Competition. In his almost 30 years of practicing law, Joshua has represented clients on both sides of the aisle. After spending a decade as a defense attorney specializing in asbestos litigation, he decided to follow the footsteps of his stepfather, Blake Jones, to represent those that were injured at the fault of others. Joshua also traded in his wings as a world traveler to focus on a new role as a husband and father to adorable twins while still remaining active with such charitable organizations as the United Israel Appeal and the Jewish Federation of New Orleans.

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Lewis O. Unglesby

Lewis O. Unglesby

Distinguished Lawyer

Personal Injury Law

112 Founders Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70810, USA

Lewis O. Unglesby was born in New Orleans, LA in 1949. He received his B.A. from the University of Mississippi in 1971 and went on to receive his J.D. from Louisiana State University in 1974. He was admitted to the bar of Louisiana, U.S. District Court, Middle, Eastern and Western Districts of Louisiana, and U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. Court of Appeals, 5th Circuit in 1974. He is also admitted pro hac vice in numerous states. Mr. Unglesby has successfully won acquittals in over 50 felony jury trials in state and federal courts. He has achieved over 25 multi-million-dollar jury awards and over 45 jury awards exceeding one million dollars. Mr. Unglesby was the first person in Louisiana to successfully use the Battered Women’s Syndrome in a murder defense case. Impressively, he has won multi-million-dollar verdicts for exposure to non-fatal toxic chemicals, proven product liability defects in 3-wheelers and 4-wheelers, and achieved jury verdicts that resulted in restraint systems becoming a safety requirement for sit-down and stand-up forklifts. Moreover, Mr. Unglesby has successfully argued before the Louisiana Supreme Court over 20 times. ? Mr. Unglesby is a fellow of the American Board of Criminal Lawyers and is certified as a civil and criminal trial advocacy specialist by the National Board of Trial Advocacy (presently one of only two attorneys in Louisiana). He has been recognized in Best Lawyers in America since 1986 and listed by Martindale-Hubbell in the “Bar Register of Prominent Lawyers” since 1996. Mr. Unglesby is a member of the Baton Rouge Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, The Association of Trial Lawyers of America, and serves on the Executive Committee of the Louisiana Trial Lawyers Association. His unique skill set and history of success led to his appointment as Special Counsel for the Louisiana State Senate from 1993-1996 and Special Counsel for Governor Mike Foster (1996-1997). In 2019 Mr. Unglesby received the Chief Justice Pascal F. Calogero, Jr. Lifetime Achievement Award from the Louisiana Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys. He has presented numerous times as lecturer for the Louisiana Trial Lawyers Association, Louisiana Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, American Trial Lawyers Association, and the National Business Institute. Mr. Unglesby’s cases have been featured twice on ABC’s “20/20,” and he has appeared on “Good Morning America” and CNN. ? His cases have been the subject of books in the United States and Japan. Mr. Unglesby’s diverse legal career and extensive record of successes established him as a prominent figure in the legal field. Known as the “Lawyer’s Lawyer” in Louisiana, Mr. Unglesby receives referrals to co-counsel throughout the state. His contributions to criminal and civil law have been widely recognized and copied.

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Michael C. Palmintier

Personal Injury Law

618 Main St, Baton Rouge, LA 70801, USA

Michael C. Palmintier is a founding partner of Palmintier, Thrower, and Treuting Injury Attorneys. He earned his Bachelor of Science and Juris Doctorate degrees at LSU, and has been practicing law in the Capital City since 1975. As a trial lawyer, his practice focuses on representing plaintiffs in personal injury and business litigation. He has stood out as a Baton Rouge personal injury and car accident lawyer. He has represented thousands of families throughout the nation during more than four decades of practice. He has practiced in state and federal courts throughout the nation. He is admitted before the United States Supreme Court, the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, and all three Louisiana United States district courts. An experienced litigator, he has argued cases before the Supreme Court of Louisiana, as well as all Louisiana appellate courts and the majority of district courts throughout the state. Actively involved in the legal community, Michael is a member of both the Louisiana State and Baton Rouge Bar Associations. As a member of the Louisiana Association for Justice (LAJ, formerly the Louisiana Trial Lawyers Association), he served as past-president, a member of the Board of Governors, twice chaired the Medical Malpractice Section, and is currently on the Executive Committee. At the national level, he serves as a member of the American Association for Justice. As a member of the Baton Rouge Bar Association, he has chaired its Court Liaison and Inter-professional Cooperation (doctors and lawyers) committees. Over his years of legal service, Michael has served as on the Governor’s Medical Malpractice Commission, the Governor’s Panel to Establish a Uniform Medical Informed Consent Form and the Alliance for Judicial Excellence. He is a member and the past membership chairman of the Henry George McMahon Chapter of the American Inns of Court. At the LSU Paul M. Hebert Law Center, he served on the Board of Trustees and as the chair of the Chancellor’s Counsel. A frequent speaker, he has presented lectures on tort law for the LSU Law Center, Southern University Law School, Louisiana State Bar Association, Baton Rouge Bar Association, Louisiana Association for Justice, American College of Surgeons, Louisiana State Medical Society, National Business Institute, Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel, LSU Paralegal Studies Program and others.

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Michael Hingle

Personal Injury Law

220 Gause Blvd, Slidell, LA 70458, USA

Michael Hingle is a personal injury attorney with Michael Hingle & Associates, LLC, which has an office in Slidell, Louisiana. At 220 Gause Boulevard, the Slidell location is part of a practice serving Southeast Louisiana and South Mississippi. Hingle represents people injured in accidents; children are among his clients. The account of his work on the firm’s website starts with the details of the injury itself: examining what happened, reviewing the facts, and identifying witnesses and evidence. Traffic-camera recordings, security footage and conversations with police officers at the scene are among the evidence-gathering methods the firm describes. Its injury claims address medical bills and lost income, as well as pain and suffering. Road accidents make up one part of the firm’s work. Its automobile practice includes cases involving drivers who leave the scene, speed, text or lose control of their vehicles. The firm also handles truck crashes, maritime injuries, wrongful death and traumatic brain injuries. Not all of its injury cases arise from a collision or a single incident. Michael Hingle & Associates represents employees with repetitive stress disorders alongside those with single-accident injuries and third-party claims. In medical-injury matters, the firm represents people harmed by physicians or pharmaceutical companies, with malpractice, faulty devices and drugs among the subjects of that practice. Beyond Slidell, its listed offices include Covington, Hammond, Baton Rouge and New Orleans. The firm also lists a Gulfport, Mississippi, location available by appointment.

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Michael Williamson

Michael Williamson

Distinguished Lawyer

Personal Injury Law

949 Ryan St suite 130, Lake Charles, LA 70601, USA

Michael Williamson is a personal injury trial lawyer with SWLA Injury Attorneys and has nearly 20 years of experience as an attorney in Lake Charles. After graduating from Louisiana State University with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Government (2002), he continued his legal education at the LSU Paul M. Hebert Law Center. Once he earned his Juris Doctorate in 2006, Michael was granted his license from the Louisiana Bar Association the following year. After practicing as a civil defense attorney for more than a decade, Michael pivoted his expertise to champion the causes of individuals. His move to the plaintiff’s side was driven by his passion to make a positive difference in the lives of those affected by tragic events. Today, he leverages the extensive knowledge he gained during his years as a defense attorney into formidable strategies for real people facing real challenges. This blend of knowledge and skills makes him an invaluable asset in the courtroom and ensures his clients always have an edge. Recognized for his substantial verdicts and settlements, Michael’s exceptional achievements have ushered him into the prestigious MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR ADVOCATES FORUM, an accolade reserved for less than 1% of trial lawyers globally. Mike is proud to hold an AV Preeminent® rating from Martindale-Hubbell®, the highest possible distinction awarded through its peer review process. This rating reflects the confidential opinions of members of the bar and judiciary and recognizes attorneys who demonstrate the highest level of professional excellence for legal knowledge, communication skills, and ethical standards. It is a testament to our unwavering commitment to integrity, client advocacy, and trusted legal counsel. Outside of the courtroom, Mike is a dedicated family man and community ally. His commitment to building genuine relationships and upholding community ideals is evident in his deep ties to his family and active engagement within the Lake Charles community. He cherishes moments with his wife and three children, making memories on hikes and camping trips. A sports enthusiast at heart, Mike enjoys playing soccer to keep him both mentally and physically agile.

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Morris Bart

Morris Bart

Distinguished Lawyer

Personal Injury Law

601 Poydras St., 24th Floor, New Orleans, LA 70130

Morris Bart has been a powerful presence in personal injury all around Louisiana and the Gulf South for more than 40 years. During his career, he’s been named a Super Lawyer, a Million Dollar Advocate, New Orleans’ Best Civil Attorney and a Leader in Law. He’s also an avid supporter of local sports teams and is active in a host of community and philanthropic endeavors.

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Patrick C. Morrow

Personal Injury Law

324 W Landry St, Opelousas, LA 70570

Patrick C. Morrow is the founding Partner of the law firm Morrow, Morrow, Ryan, Bassett & Haik, which was established in 1975, with its main office located in Opelousas, Louisiana. Not only is he a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, indicating he has won million-dollar settlements on behalf of his clients, but he has also been selected for inclusion within Louisiana Super Lawyers® since 2008.

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Ryan Gaudet

Distinguished Lawyer

Personal Injury Law

1100 Poydras Street, 3900, New Orleans, LA 70163

Ryan Gaudet is an attorney with Dudley DeBosier Injury Lawyers in New Orleans, Louisiana. His connection to the city began before his legal career: he was born and raised there and later returned to attend law school at Loyola University. Gaudet earned his undergraduate degree in business management at LSU, where he also played football as a placekicker. He was a member of the 2003 National Championship team and received a Student Athlete award during his time at the university. At Loyola, he earned his law degree while participating in the Criminal Defense and Litigation Technology clinic. His law school activities also included service as an ABA representative. His court admissions extend to all Louisiana state courts. On the federal side, he is admitted to the United States District Courts for the Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of Louisiana, as well as the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. Gaudet belongs to the Louisiana State Bar Association and the American Bar Association. Dudley DeBosier represents injury victims through offices throughout Louisiana. The firm’s cases include car accidents, truck accidents and workers’ compensation claims. These are areas of work identified by the firm as a whole. Outside his professional work, Gaudet enjoys fishing and duck hunting. He also follows LSU sports, the Saints and the Pelicans.

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Personal Injury Law

3501 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70119

Ryan E. Womac is a trial attorney in New Orleans with The Womac Law Firm, where he practices civil litigation with a concentration in personal injury. Motor vehicle accidents figure prominently in his listed practice areas. These include collisions involving 18-wheelers, company cars and ride-share apps, as well as other motor vehicle accidents. Womac belongs to the firm’s New Orleans personal injury attorney team. The firm states that it does not represent insurance companies. At its Canal Street office, it maintains a mock jury courtroom for preparing clients for trial. The facility gives clients an opportunity to become familiar with a courtroom’s layout and atmosphere before they are called to testify. The firm explains that it built the courtroom because most of its clients had never been inside one. It describes familiarity with the setting as a way to reduce stress and help clients concentrate on their testimony. His academic background includes undergraduate study in marketing and legal study in New Orleans. Womac earned his Bachelor of Science degree in marketing at Louisiana State University. He received his law degree from Loyola University New Orleans College of Law, where he was also a member of the Trial Advocacy Program during law school.

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Stephen Smith

Stephen Smith

Distinguished Lawyer

Personal Injury Law

1425 N Broad Street, Suite 201, New Orleans, LA 70119

Area of Practice: Criminal Defense & Personal Injury/Plaintiff Law Stephen M. Smith began his law practice in 2002. He is an advocate for those needing representation in both civil and criminal matters with particular emphasis on criminal matters and personal injury. Mr. Smith has a passion to aid those facing injustices that was born out of his own observations and experiences with injustices he saw first hand growing up. Mr. Smith’s law office is located in New Orleans, Louisiana, but he represents clients throughoutLouisiana and beyond. He is a proven litigator with an impressive track record in state and federal courts as well as administrative tribunals. He possesses a strong courtroom presence with a unique ability to connect with judges and juries. His rapport and professionalism with opposing counsel help to facilitate the absolute best results for his clients. Mr. Smith has traveled outside of Louisiana to speak on select law topics. Mr. Smith is a graduate of the Southern University Law Center and Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University. He is admitted to practice in all State and Federal Courts in Louisiana. He is a member of the Louisiana State Bar Association, the Louisiana Association for Justice, The National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the Louis A. Martinet Legal Society.

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Susan Hufft

Personal Injury Law

635 St Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70130

Susan Hufft brings a distinctive background to plaintiff law — combining her undergraduate training in communication with more than 35 years of legal experience. She has tried and settled hundreds of cases. Her ability to listen carefully, communicate clearly, and connect with clients has been central to the firm’s approach since its founding. Together with Patrick, Susan has built a practice grounded in trust, personal attention, and a commitment to obtaining the best result for each client. She is known for her thoroughness, her warmth, and her dedication to Louisiana families. She is a relentless advocate for her clients in the field of truck/auto accidents, maritime personal injury, employment law, and workplace injuries.

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Suzette Bagneris

Suzette Bagneris

Distinguished Lawyer

Personal Injury Law

2714 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70119

Suzette Bagneris earned her legal degree in 1993 from Loyola Law School in New Orleans, Louisiana. She practiced at several civil litigation firms as an associate and obtained substantial trial experience litigating civil cases throughout the State of Louisiana, including class actions. Suzette started The Bagneris Firm in 2004 with a strong emphasis on representing victims of personal injury who may otherwise be overlooked or under-represented. She follows the mantra of “to whom much is given, much will be required,” which is taken from Luke 12:48, when selecting her cases. For more than two decades now, Suzette has enjoyed a very successful litigation practice, often successfully taking on “Goliath-like” corporations and national defense firms in very complex cases. To date, Suzette has received over $400 million in recovery for class action suits for her clients and continues to work aggressively on their behalf. She has also been admitted to the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, which is a distinction held by just 1% of attorneys in the country. She is among the 1% of attorneys in the country who have been admitted to practice law before the United States Supreme Court. She is among the less than one-half percent (0.5%) of active attorneys in the United States who have been designated as America’s Top 100 High Stakes Litigators – truly the most exclusive and elite level of attorneys in the community. Among judges and lawyers, she has been honored with an AV preeminent peer review rating for ethical standards and legal ability by the Martindale-Hubbell.

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Trey Morris

Trey Morris

Featured Lawyer

Personal Injury Law

509 Milam St, Shreveport, LA 71101, USA

Personal injury attorney Trey Morris received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Louisiana State University and his Juris Doctorate from Southern University Law Center. Mr. Morris’s experience and tenacity has been rewarded inside and outside the courtroom with multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements. A respected and seasoned trial attorney, Mr. Morris has also served as co-counsel to other law firms who have trusted in his skill and insight. He is a member of the Louisiana State Bar Association, Shreveport Bar Association, Louisiana Association for Justice and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum®. Mr. Morris has received the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys (AIOPIA) 2015 10 Best award for his excellence. In 2016, Trey received a Top 10 Under 40 Attorney Award for the state of Louisiana by the National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys (NAOPIA). Attorney Trey Morris regularly teaches classes to other lawyers in Louisiana and Texas about practice tips and trial strategies. Trey is licensed to practice in Louisiana and Texas. If you have been injured in Louisiana or Texas, contact Trey Morris and the experienced team at Morris & Dewett Injury Lawyers for a free consultation.

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Morris Bart

Morris Bart

Distinguished Lawyer

Personal Injury Law

601 Poydras St, FL 24, New Orleans, LA 70130

Morris Bart grew up in the New Orleans area, graduated from the University of New Orleans in 1975, and received his Juris Doctorate from Loyola Law School in 1978. During law school he served as President of Phi Alpha Delta legal fraternity, was a member of the Blue Key National Honor Society, and received the American Jurisprudence award for academic excellence. He was inducted into the Louisiana Bar in 1978 and is currently a member of the Louisiana Bar Association, Mississippi Association for Justice, American Association for Justice, and serves on the council of the Louisiana Association for Justice. Mr. Bart has been a trial lawyer for over 40 years. During his career, he has developed a national reputation as a leader in handling pharmaceutical, medical devices, and other Mass Torts litigations. In this area, he has successfully achieved many multi-million dollar recoveries for his clients. Mr. Bart has also been a pioneer in legal marketing in America and has lectured extensively on the subject at Tulane University, Loyola Law School, and University of New Orleans. Morris and his wife, Cathy, have been married for more than 39 years and have three daughters. He is a strong believer in health and fitness and regularly runs, bikes, skis, and plays tennis.

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Morris Bart

Morris Bart

Distinguished Lawyer

Personal Injury Law

601 Poydras St., FL 24, New Orleans, LA 70130

Morris Bart grew up in the New Orleans area, graduated from the University of New Orleans in 1975, and received his Juris Doctorate from Loyola Law School in 1978. During law school he served as President of Phi Alpha Delta legal fraternity, was a member of the Blue Key National Honor Society, and received the American Jurisprudence award for academic excellence. He was inducted into the Louisiana Bar in 1978 and is currently a member of the Louisiana Bar Association, Mississippi Association for Justice, American Association for Justice, and serves on the council of the Louisiana Association for Justice. Mr. Bart has been a trial lawyer for over 40 years. During his career, he has developed a national reputation as a leader in handling pharmaceutical, medical devices, and other Mass Torts litigations. In this area, he has successfully achieved many multi-million dollar recoveries for his clients.

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