Ruston Maritime Lawyers

Amanda Howard Lowe is a partner in the New Orleans office of Kean Miller. She joined the firm in 2009 and practices in the admiralty and maritime, energy and corporate litigation groups. Amanda has considerable experience in a wide variety of admiralty issues, including Jones Act and personal injury defense, maritime litigation, oil and gas exploration, drilling accidents, well blowouts, cargo damage, ship collisions, ship allusions, vessel groundings, lift board and jack-up rig accidents, vessel mortgage filings, product liability, redhibition, as well as premises liability, construction defect litigation and general personal injury litigation. Amanda's experience also includes assisting clients in...

"Having been involved in a catastrophic car wreck only a few years ago, I know exactly what's it like to be laid up in a hospital for days, not be able to work or do normal daily activities for months at a time, and stuck wondering how you'll pay for a new car or your medical bills. I know the aggravation and frustration that my clients have because they can't drive, have to go to treatment, or simply hate waking up in the morning because they're sore. It's because of this first-hand knowledge that I am able to relate to...

In 2014, Attorney Kala Sellers joined Arnold & Itkin LLP, bringing a passion for justice, which she pursues with tireless dedication on behalf of each of her clients. As a natural performer who grew up on the stage, Kala applies her skill, composure, and ability to thrive under pressure to the courtroom. Kala majored in Political Science at Duke University, where she received a Certificate in Policy Journalism and Media Studies. While maintaining her studies, she also completed an internship at CNN during a semester in New York City. After graduation, she continued her education at Baylor Law School to...

Attorney Joshua S. Guillory is ready to fight for your rights. He prides himself on giving individual attention to each and every client. If you or a loved one are in need of quality legal representation in the areas of family law, personal injury, car accidents, or criminal defense, call The Law Office of Joshua S. Guillory today at (337) 233-1303 or visit us online at www.jsguillorylaw.com. It's your life...call someone you can count on. Call Attorney Josh Guillory today.

Jerome Moroux was born and raised in Lafayette, Louisiana and is a Partner at Broussard and David, LLC. He earned a B.A. from St. John’s College, in Santa Fe, NM, where he studied philosophy, literature, and the history of math and science.

Jerome attended law school at Louisiana State University, graduating cum laude. During law school, he was a Member of the Louisiana Law Review. After law school, Jerome clerked for the Honorable W. Eugene Davis of the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit.

Jerome handles serious personal injury and wrongful death cases arising from maritime/offshore accidents, trucking/18-wheeler accidents,...

"Philip Bohrer is the founder of Bohrer Brady LLC and holds an AV rating from Martindale-Hubble*. He received his J.D. from Louisiana State University in 1984. Mr. Bohrer practices in the fields of maritime personal injury, plaintiff personal injury and insurance litigation, class actions, wage and hour and consumer claims. Mr. Bohrer is licensed to practice in the states of Louisiana and Texas. Mr. Bohrer has been advocating for the rights of individuals and workers for over 37 years. Mr. Bohrer represents injured clients and workers who were not paid overtime in courts throughout the country.

Attorney Tara Gilder founded her law practice, Gilder Law, with a handful of files from clients who believed in her. They believed in her talent, skill, loyalty and honesty. Also, because she respected them as people, they knew that she would fight tooth and nail for them. This trust was a promise she intended to keep and, three years later, has done so. If you are injured in an accident, call Gilder Law to see how Tara Gilder has returned the person to the practice of personal injury law. Further, if you are facing a life-changing divorce or other...

Chauvin Kean is an associate in the New Orleans office of Kean Miller. He joined the firm in 2015 and practices in a variety of areas, including the business and corporate groups. Specifically, his practice areas includes: oil and gas transactions and litigation; admiralty and maritime litigation; international trade; acquisitions and divestitures; customs compliance; construction litigation; insurance coverage; and general and commercial litigation. He has experience with in a variety of issues, including Jones Act compliance, oil and gas exploration, pipeline construction, drilling incidents, well blowouts, cargo damage claims, ship and barge allisions, maritime liens, vessel and marine asset acquisitions,...

I am a native of Lafayette, Louisiana, and graduated magna cum laude from UL Lafayette with a major in political science and minor in history. I attended law school at Loyola University New Orleans College of Law, where I graduated cum laude in 2015. At Loyola, I was actively involved in the moot court program, representing the law school in various competitions nationwide and coached teams following graduation. Upon being admitted to the Louisiana Bar, I began my practice defending large insurance companies and local businesses in a variety of actions, spanning from automotive collision defense to veil piercing actions and...

We represent injured people in Louisiana. We practice personal injury law because we care about our clients’ health and future. We know there are few things that are worse than a severe injury. It can take over your life and affect everything you normally do. Fortunately, the law holds those responsible for wrongfully injuring others. You may have medical expenses, severe pain, or be unable to work. These are simply common types of losses that can result from a serious accident. We want to make sure that everything that was taken from you is returned. That is what fair compensation under...

Before starting a law practice in his hometown of Lafayette, Louisiana, Matt left home to acquire the education and experience he needed to represent the people of Lafayette and Acadiana in legal matters. Earning first a college degree from Sewanee and then a law degree, with honors, from Tulane, Matt was a DeBlois-Sewanee Scholar and honors trial advocate. And he obtained the Tulane Civil Litigation Clinic's then highest ever trial award for an indigent client. Matt's law practice now draws on a wide range of experience and education to serve injured people in any Louisiana state or federal court. Matt has extensive...

Maro Petkovich, Jr. is a founding member of Bowes, Petkovich & Palmer, LLC and serves as the firm’s managing member. He operated Petkovich Law Firm for 6 years before merging his practice into the firm. Prior to going into business for himself, he already had years of experience representing some of the nation’s largest companies. His time representing various Fortune 500 companies as a creditors’ rights attorney and a former insurance defense attorney gives him the insight to effectively navigate cases and stay ahead of the curve. His practice continues to center on representing regional and...

For more than 37 years, Attorney Michael S. O'Brien has represented both individuals and corporations in accident cases. He is a skilled trial attorney who attributes his success to hard work, dedication to his clients, and a knowledge of the law which can only come from many years of experience.

J. Lee Hoffoss, Jr. practices exclusively in the areas of personal injury, Jones Act, maritime law, and employment law in all state and federal courts in Louisiana and Texas.

A graduate of Tulane University School of Law, an avid gardener, and a history buff, Louis lives in New Orleans, Louisiana. He enjoys speaking French and is an advocate for French language and culture in Louisiana. Bringing more than 50 years of legal experience to the table, Louis R. Koerner, Jr. can assist you with complex litigation and appeals related to maritime and personal injury cases. Certified by the Louisiana Board of Legal Specialization.

A licensed attorney in Texas and Louisiana, Kyle Findley helps to lead clients of Arnold & Itkin LLP to obtaining exceptional results. Kyle attended the University of Texas in Austin as a sixth-generation Texan. He graduated with honors and received a Bachelor of Arts in government with business foundations. After graduation, he spent time working for a national real estate firm, specializing in investment sales and representing high-net-worth individuals and institutions. While his time in real estate allowed him to gain develop invaluable negotiation skills, which resulted in the closing of one of the largest transactions at his firm,...

Louisiana State University Law School Hall of Fame Law Review, Louisiana State University Martindale Hubble AV rating (highest) for legal ability and ethics Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Louisiana Practicing Engineer before becoming an attorney

Randall is somewhat of a rarity among attorneys - one that brings a great deal of "real world" experience to the practice of law. Randall earned a living as a chemical engineer and a construction company owner before choosing the law as his third (and final) profession over 15 years ago. Randy graduated near the top of his chemical engineering class from Louisiana State University and worked as a process engineer with a major chemical company for several years. Randy's engineering background has proven valuable in the law practice time and time again, as having a firm grasp of mathematics...

Pat Patrick (ppatrick@patrickmillerlaw.com) graduated from the University of South Alabama and from Tulane Law School in 1984, where he served as Articles Editor for the Tulane Law Review. Prior to the formation of Patrick Miller LLC he was a partner in a large New Orleans law firm. Pat's practice focuses on insurance, tort, indemnity, workers' compensation (state and LHWCA), and maritime issues. He has handled environmental and toxic tort cases in regard to both property damage and personal injury aspects. He handles cases at all levels of the state and federal court systems. He is a registered lobbyist in Louisiana....

Christopher L. Williams focuses his practice on complex employment litigation, including cases involving violations of wage-and-hour laws, employment discrimination, sexual harassment, retaliation, unpaid wages, breach of contract, whistleblower claims, and non-compete issues. After working for some of the nation’s largest labor-and-employment law firms, he opened his own practice in 2014 to concentrate on protecting the rights of workers and employees. Mr. Williams draws on his previous experience representing employers to provide legal advice to individuals regarding potential claims and legal remedies under state and federal employment laws. Mr. Williams has litigated a wide variety of employment issues in...

After completing his undergraduate at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette he continued on to Louisiana State University, School of Law where he received his Juris Doctorate. Founding the Glenn Armentor Law Corporation in 1987, Attorney Glenn Armentor works daily to help people get the settlement they deserve. When he is not in the office or the courtroom, he is working with at-risk children to get them off of the streets and into a better situation. He is also involved in various professional organizations around the community.

Rusty's unique background and experience give him the skills and knowledge you need in a personal injury attorney. A partner at Galloway Jefcoat, L.L.P., Rusty has become known as one of the area's leading advocates for victims of serious injuries. From 1995, until the present, he has earned the reputation as a tough, but fair-minded, lawyer willing to go the extra mile for his clients. For over a decade, Rusty has been successfully representing clients injured in automobile and offshore accidents. He has personally handled well over a thousand injury cases and has learned the best and most efficient ways...

Brian L. Glorioso is a partner in the firm's Slidell office. He is a graduate of Loyola Law School, New Orleans, and the University of New Orleans. Additionally, Mr. Glorioso is a fellow of the Loyola Institute of Politics. Mr. Glorioso's practice focuses on civil litigation, commercial litigation, real property, and successions. He is licensed to practice in all Louisiana District Courts, Courts of Appeal, the Louisiana Supreme Court, the United States District Courts for the Eastern, Middle, and Western Districts of Louisiana, the United States Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, and the United States Supreme...