Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Mandeville, LA
Harrison & Richardson Law was founded in 2012 with a vision to deliver efficient, skilled litigation services rooted in ethical practice. Our attorneys bring decades of combined experience from diverse legal environments, fostering a practice built on integrity, client commitment, and small-town values. We specialize in civil litigation, workers' compensation, insurance defense, land use, and government services, representing clients across Louisiana and beyond. Our team's courtroom expertise and dedication to client relationships have earned us respect within the legal community and trust from our clients. We prioritize understanding each client's unique needs, ensuring tailored solutions that align with their goals. With a focus on transparency and accessibility, we guide clients through complex legal challenges while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism.Our work with public entities and private clients reflects our versatility and deep understanding of both local and national legal landscapes. Over the past decade, we've built a reputation for resolving disputes effectively, whether through negotiation or litigation, always prioritizing client interests. Our involvement in community organizations and leadership roles underscores our commitment to the regions we serve. Harrison & Richardson Law remains dedicated to evolving with client needs while upholding the principles that have defined our practice since inception.
Services
Civil Litigation
Workers Comp
Insurance Defense
Land Use & Development
Government Services
Wills & Estate Planning
Construction Law
Commercial Collections
Toxic Tort Defense
Real Estate Litigation
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer 10+ years of experience in civil litigation and insurance defense.
- Our attorneys combine courtroom expertise with personalized client service.
- We serve both public entities and private clients across Louisiana and nationally.
- Our team includes former municipal attorneys with deep local legal knowledge.
- We prioritize transparent communication and ethical advocacy in all cases.
Services
Civil Litigation
Our civil litigation practice handles complex disputes in state and federal courts, including personal injury, contract disputes, and insurance coverage matters. We combine courtroom experience with strategic analysis to protect client interests. Clients benefit from our track record in resolving high-stakes litigation efficiently.
Workers Comp
We represent employers and employees in workers' compensation claims involving temporary disability, vocational rehabilitation, and occupational diseases. Our attorneys navigate Louisiana's complex workers' comp system to secure fair outcomes. Clients receive guidance on claims involving repetitive injuries, hazardous exposure, and disputed benefits.
Insurance Defense
Our insurance defense team handles personal injury, premises liability, and business insurance disputes. We analyze policy language to determine coverage obligations and defend against bad faith claims. Clients receive cost-effective solutions through negotiation or litigation, with a focus on minimizing liability exposure.
Land Use & Development
We assist clients with zoning variances, subdivision approvals, and condemnation proceedings across Louisiana. Our team resolves land development disputes involving restrictive covenants, easements, and municipal regulations. Clients benefit from our experience in both residential and commercial real estate projects.
Government Services
We provide legal counsel to public entities on labor issues, public contracting, and constitutional matters. Our firm represents municipalities in tort liability cases and land use decisions. Clients receive proactive advice to prevent legal issues while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
People
Paul E. Harrison
Founding Attorney
Paul Harrison founded the firm in 2006 after working at New Orleans and Covington law firms. He serves as General Counsel to St. Tammany Parish School Board and represents clients in civil litigation, construction law, and workers' compensation matters.
deShea Richardson
Partner
deShea Richardson joined the firm in 2009 and became a partner in 2012. She handles workers' compensation, estate planning, and municipal law matters. She serves as Assistant City Attorney for Abita Springs and represents clients in property and personal injury claims.
Questions
What areas of law does Harrison & Richardson Law specialize in?
We specialize in civil litigation, workers' compensation, insurance defense, land use and development, government services, construction law, and estate planning.
Which geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Louisiana, including New Orleans, Covington, Mandeville, and Slidell, with experience handling cases nationally.
Can you represent both individuals and businesses?
Yes, we provide legal services to individuals, corporations, and public entities across Louisiana and beyond.
What experience do your attorneys have in municipal law?
Our attorneys have served as counsel for the St. Tammany Parish School Board, City of Mandeville, and Town of Abita Springs.
