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New Orleans Legal Services

New Orleans is overflowing with highly qualified and experienced attorneys ready and willing to guide you through the legal process with confidence, integrity, and proven results.


Hoffman Nguyen & Kuehl

Hoffman Nguyen & Kuehl, LLC was founded to give the people of the New Orleans area a full-service, boutique family law firm that emphasizes the client experience through assertive and proactive legal services.

Led by four talented, driven attorneys specializing in Family Law with over 100 years of combined experience: Jeffrey Hoffman, Kim Nguyen, Gordon Kuehl, and Mitchell Hoffman, the HNK team has proven itself as one of the most respected family and divorce law firms in New Orleans.

By focusing solely on accomplishing the goals of their clients, the HNK Family Law Team is able to be as efficient and cost-effective as possible, offering a comprehensive range of family law services from advice and counseling on the most sophisticated and complex domestic and family law issues to negotiating agreements, mediating disputes, and handling litigation. Homegrown in South Louisiana, Hoffman Nguyen & Kuehl, LLC is as community-minded as they come, fostering strong ties to their neighbors in pursuit of excellence.

Learn more at hnkfamilylaw.com.ย 

Chehardy Sherman Williams

Chehardy Sherman Williams delivers high-value legal services to businesses, institutions, and individuals across Louisiana. With offices in the Greater New Orleans area, the firm is known for its depth of experience, responsive service, and results-driven approach. Its attorneys advise clients in 11 practice areas, including litigation, corporate law, healthcare, estate planning, and tax.

Founded by respected legal leaders, Chehardy Sherman Williams combines strategic insight with personalized service. Clients benefit from tailored solutions that support growth, mitigate risk, and ensure compliance in an evolving legal landscape. The firmโ€™s reputation for excellence is reflected in honors such as Best Lawyers in America, Louisiana Super Lawyers, and the New Orleans CityBusiness Leadership in Law Hall of Fame.

Whether guiding complex transactions or resolving high-stakes disputes, Chehardy Sherman Williams remains a trusted legal partnerโ€”devoted to protecting your legal rights while upholding the highest standards of the justice system.

Learn more at chehardy.com.

JJC Law

JJC Law is a premier litigation firm, composed of seasoned practitioners from a broad spectrum of legal specialties. From insurance claims to complex commercial disputes, JJC handles almost any legal issue in State or Federal Court. Jeff specializes in first-party insurance claims and premises liability injuries. Jimmy primarily handles commercial vehicle and rideshare matters. Josh specializes in maritime and products liability litigation. Cayce focuses on federal matters, usually maritime in nature. Justin focuses on construction litigation and personal injury.

JJC represents people and commercial clients almost exclusively on the plaintiff side through a contingency fee agreement or an hourly rate. JJC does not represent insurance companies. JJC remains a top choice for other attorneys, who regularly associate JJC as co-counsel to handle or assist with litigation that is too big or too complex for a pre-litigation resolution.

Learn more at JJCLaw.com.ย 

Melchiode Marks King

Melchiode Marks King LLC (โ€œMMKโ€) was founded on the idea that an experienced, dedicated, and diverse group of attorneys could combine big firm capabilities with small firm agility and attentiveness to best serve their clientsโ€™ interests. By merging their decades of effort in a broad range of practice areas with technological advances and steadfast commitment to their clients, MMKโ€™s attorneys consistently make this concept a reality.

This year, eight MMK members were recognized as โ€œTop Lawyersโ€ by New Orleans Magazine: Jerry Melchiode (Construction Law), Kevin Marks (Admiralty & Maritime Law), Rich King (Insurance Law), Jennifer Simmons (Insurance Law), Ben Pri-Tal (Construction Law), Tiffany Mann Collins (Insurance Law), Kent Patterson (Workers Compensation Law), and Matt Fransen (Insurance Law). While awards are gratifying, the best endorsement is the loyalty of MMKโ€™s clients, who have enthusiastically supported the firm since its inception. Whether through advice and counsel, negotiation, or litigation, MMKโ€™s tailored approach delivers successful outcomes for a wide array of clients.

For more information, visit mmkfirm.com.

Steven Lane

For the past 45 years, Steven Lane has been one of the most highly respected faces of family law in Louisiana and throughout the United States. After four decades with the law firm of Herman, Herman, & Katz, Mr. Lane is currently Of Counsel at the law firm of Bey & Associates, LLC, with offices in New Orleans, Atlanta, Macon, Cincinnati, and Florence, KY. While Mr. Lane excels in the field of Family Law, Bey & Associates, LLC is one of the most successful nationwide law firms in the field of personal injury, medical malpractice, product liability, and many other injury-related causes of action.

Mr. Laneโ€™s honors and awards include Best Lawyers in America, City Business Leadership in Law Hall of Fame, Law Dragon 500 Hall of Fame, Louisiana Super Lawyers, and American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. Mr. Lane has been recognized by courts as an expert to testify on issues related to family law and is also the only four-time recipient of Best Lawyers New Orleans Family Lawyer of the Year Award.

Workersโ€™ Compensation

Workersโ€™ Compensation, LLC, is dedicated to helping Louisiana workers when they get hurt on the job. Since 1993, these trusted attorneys have helped injured workers get back on solid financial ground after a workplace injury. They serve as a lifeline for injured workers whose lives have been upended by an unexpected accident. They assist and advocate for you as you navigate through a confusing workersโ€™ compensation system. It makes a real difference to have someone in your corner who listens to you and cares about your needs after a workplace injury. Workersโ€™ Compensation, LLC helps injured workers: apply for Workersโ€™ Compensation, find a doctor who is right for you, communicate effectively with insurance companies, fight a denial, negotiate a settlement should you choose, and apply for Social Security Disability Benefits. Workersโ€™ Compensation, LLC also helps people experiencing progressive hearing loss after careers in industrial settings apply for free hearing aids and significant compensation.

Learn more at compman.com.

Mary Watson Smith, LLC

The Law Office of Mary Watson Smith is Louisianaโ€™s go-to firm for Supreme Court litigation and cases destined for the stateโ€™s highest court. Founder Mary Watson Smith has served at every level of the state court system โ€” as a law clerk at the Louisiana Supreme Court, a research attorney at the Louisiana Fifth Circuit Court of Appeal, and an Assistant District Attorney in St. Tammany and Washington Parishes. Since opening its doors, the firm has partnered with more than 100 law firms across Louisiana, advising on and litigating matters from petition to appeal. Over the past five years, the firm has played a key roleโ€”directly or in partnership with othersโ€”in many of the stateโ€™s most significant and consequential cases.

Adding to its wealth of institutional knowledge, the firm recently welcomed Scott Crichton, who served for ten years as an Associate Justice of the Louisiana Supreme Court and now joins the team as Of Counsel.

Learn more at mwsmithlegal.com.

Brittany V. Carter, Attorney at Law, LLC

Brittany V. Carter, Attorney at Law, L.L.C., a recipient of New Orleans Magazineโ€™s Top Lawyer status now six years in a row, sets herself apart as an advocate for civility and personability in the world of Family Law and Estate Law. A true solo practitioner and Southeast Louisiana native, Brittany V. Carter is the attorney her clients can rely on from the first phone call to the final signature. Brittany knows that when clients come to her, they are most likely experiencing something new and difficult: the passing of a loved one, estate planning, or even divorce. Brittany provides her clients with a voice and the reliable support of a true legal advocate. Through compassionate guidance and consistent communication, Brittany V. Carterโ€™s clients can be assured of trusted legal representation to help them successfully navigate lifeโ€™s most profound challenges both inside and outside of the courtroom.

Find out how Brittany V. Carter, Attorney at Law, L.L.C., can help you today by calling 985-789-4508, emailing bcarterlaw@gmail.com, or visiting brittanyvcarterattorneyatlaw.com.

Morris Bart

In 1980, Morris Bart ran a simple ad on television. Since that time, his advertising and his law firm have grown to the extent that he has become a household name throughout Louisiana. However, Morris Bart, LLC is much more than just a name. For over 40 years, Morris Bart and his team of over one hundred attorneys have fought hard to get the injured the compensation they deserve.

With offices statewide and throughout Mississippi and Alabama, Morris Bart, LLC is proud to be the largest personal injury firm in Louisiana and one of the largest in the United States.

If you or someone you know has been injured, call 855-GET-BART or go to morrisbart.com for 24-hour access. You know what to do: โ€œOne Call, Thatโ€™s All!โ€

K. Miller Legal

A distinguished personal injury attorney, devoted Christian, and dedicated family man, Ken Miller founded K Miller Injury Lawyers to serve people with justice, compassion, and integrity. After years as a top-rated attorney at one of Louisianaโ€™s largest personal injury firms, Ken built his own practice to combine the knowledge and experience of a large firm with the personal care and attention every client deserves. Throughout his career, Ken has secured more than $50 million in recovery for his clients, guiding them through one of the hardest chapters of their lives with honesty, strategy, and faith. His steady commitment to doing whatโ€™s right, the right way, continues to set him apart as a trusted leader in personal injury law.

A lifelong resident of Metairie, Louisiana, Kenโ€™s values were shaped by his upbringing as the son of a New Orleans Police Sergeant and a hardworking, loving mother. Beyond the courtroom, Ken is deeply committed to his Christian faith, his family, and his community. He leads a menโ€™s group called ACTS, serves as an Eucharistic Minister, serves on the board of the Young Catholic Professionals Organization, guides a weekly bible study, fosters spiritual growth through retreats, and mentors community members through tough times.

Learn more at Kmillerlegal.com.

Chaffe McCall

As Chaffe McCall approaches its 200th year of legal service, the firm proudly reflects on a legacy defined by excellence, integrity, and dedication to client success. Since 1826, Chaffe McCall has built a reputation for achieving results in their clientsโ€™ best interests, both nationally and internationally, across a wide range of legal matters.

Chaffe McCallโ€™s nearly two centuries of experience exhibit an unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality legal services rooted in a deep understanding of their clientsโ€™ business goals. From complex litigation and dispute resolution to sophisticated transactions and strategic counsel, their attorneys provide practical, business-focused solutions that drive results.

The firmโ€™s enduring success is built on generations of distinguished leaders, a team of talented attorneys, and creative professionals dedicated to exceptional client service. Headquartered in downtown New Orleans, with additional offices in Houston and Baton Rouge, Chaffe McCall continues to offer clients comprehensive, value-driven representation across diverse practice areas, honoring a proud tradition while advancing toward the future.

Learn more at chaffe.com.

maps New Orleans

For over 30 years, the mission of maps Mediation & Arbitration has been to deliver the highest standard of alternative dispute resolution services to those who trust us. Led today by Joe Hassinger, the firm has resolved more than 55,000 cases across a wide range of practice areas over the course of its existence, including bodily injury, employment, contracts, maritime, construction defects, and many more.

Less than 1% of cases go to trial, and for good reason – litigation takes forever, costs a fortune, and the results are unpredictable. At maps, their Panel of highly skilled Neutrals provides a process that empowers clients and brings an end to never-ending litigation. Simply put, they close cases – and they WOW clients while doing it. Thatโ€™s why they are the Leader in Resolution.

Learn more at maps-adr.com.

Gainsburgh, Benjamin, David, Meunier, & Warshauer

The firm of Gainsburgh, Benjamin, David, Meunier & Warshauer, L.L.C. is one of the oldest and most respected firms in the legal community, specializing in the representation of injured individuals and their families. In auto accidents, medical malpractice, maritime, mass disaster, and product liability casesโ€”no matter how complexโ€”the firm serves each client with thorough attention and focus, from the initial interview through trial and appeal when necessary.

Our attorneys in Louisiana and Mississippi have established reputations with courts and opposing counsel as among โ€œthe best of the best,โ€ based on case results, professionalism, and ethics. Because the corporations and insurers sued in serious injury and wrongful death cases have the resources to hire aggressive โ€œbig firmโ€ lawyers to represent them, the experience, skill, and reputation of Gainsburgh Benjamin can make all the difference in achieving the results our clients deserve.

Learn more at gainsburghbenjamin.com.

Winsberg, Heidingsfelder & Gamble

Winsberg, Heidingsfelder & Gamble, LLC consists of a dedicated team of attorneys and support staff who are responsive and accessible to all of its clients and extremely aware of the sensitive and difficult nature of family law and other civil disputes. The firm has an experienced and professional legal team that is committed to helping people seeking the appropriate course of action about divorce and related matters, including child custody, child and spousal support, and the use and division of community property. The attorneys work closely with their clients to resolve their cases in an individualized and effective manner. At all times, the attorneys will offer a pragmatic approach to resolving disputes while providing aggressive representation to each and every client.

For more information or to schedule a consultation, please visit waafirm.com or call 504.648.2711.

Lowe & Stein

Lowe Stein, LLC, attorneys have been trusted for over 40 years to provide exceptional legal representation and compassionate strategic advice. Lowe Stein, LLC, assists individual clients as they navigate through milestones in life with marriage contracts, divorce, child custody, property partitions, estate planning, and tax advice. For business and commercial clients, Lowe Stein, LLC, assists with legal solutions for business formation, asset protection, real estate issues, mergers and acquisitions, litigation, and dissolutions. The firm stands committed to excellence, professionalism, and effective advocacy for clients.

Contact us today and receive the tailored solutions you need to resolve your unique legal challenge, LoweStein.com.

Gailmor Law Group

Cassie P. Gailmor is a top-rated Civil Litigation attorney who is rated by Super Lawyer and the Top Lawyer in America. She represents individuals in personal injury cases, where she is known for advocating zealously and professionally on behalf of her clients while working with clients to achieve mutual goals. She is personable, highly organized, and committed to achieving great results for her clients. She founded her firm, Gailmor Law Group, L.L.C., in 2024 after feeling like clients were not getting the personalized experience they deserved and wanted.

Cassie is the Treasurer for the New Orleans Bar Foundation, the Chair of the Personal Injury Committee for the New Orleans Bar Association, the Co-Chair of the Women’s Caucus for the Louisiana Association for Justice, a member of the St. Thomas More Inns of Court (an invitation-only legal society), and a member of the Association of Women Attorneys. Prior to practicing law, Cassie worked in the fashion and retail industry for ten years and in real estate. She was exposed to a wide variety of people and situations, developing her dedicated work ethic, and problem solving and negotiating skills that have transferred into her law practice. Cassie is married to Aaron Gailmor, and they have two children, Farrah (6) and Cooper (4).

Learn more at gailmorlaw.com. โ€ข

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