Business Details
39 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Representation in Business and Litigation
Leake Andersson has provided comprehensive legal representation in business and litigation matters for 37 years, operating from offices in New Orleans and Lafayette, Louisiana. Our firm serves clients locally, nationally, and internationally through our membership in ALFA International, a global network of over 140 independent law firms. We combine deep regional expertise with global resources to address complex legal challenges across diverse industries. Our attorneys are recognized for their trial-tested experience and ability to deliver tailored solutions for corporate, insurance, and individual clients. We maintain a dual focus on litigation excellence and proactive business counseling, ensuring alignment with clients' strategic objectives.Our practice areas include casualty, commercial litigation, construction, insurance, intellectual property, and professional liability. We emphasize clear communication, risk mitigation, and maintaining transparency throughout case management. Our team includes specialists licensed in multiple jurisdictions, enabling broad geographic service capabilities. We have earned recognition in Best Lawyers in America and other accolades for our legal achievements. Our commitment to client service is reflected in our long-standing relationships with businesses and insurers nationwide.
Services
Casualty Law
Commercial Litigation
Construction Law
Insurance Defense
Professional Liability
Products Liability
Workers Compensation
Intellectual Property
Corporate Transactions
Transportation Law
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We have 37 years of experience in Louisiana and international legal matters
- Our attorneys are members of ALFA International's global network of 140+ law firms
- We maintain transparent communication throughout all case management stages
- Our team includes specialists licensed in multiple U.S. jurisdictions
- We combine trial-tested experience with proactive business counseling approaches
Associations and certifications
- ALFA International
What people say
Best Lawyers recognition
Favorable verdicts
Experienced attorneys
ALFA International membership
37 years experience
Services
Casualty Law
Our casualty law practice defends insurance carriers and self-insured companies in tort litigation matters. We handle complex cases including mass torts, asbestos exposure, toxic torts, and transportation accidents. Our attorneys employ strategic defense approaches tailored to each case's unique circumstances while maintaining regular client communication throughout litigation. With 22 specialized attorneys and 37 years of experience, we focus on minimizing client risk exposure through proactive case management.
Commercial Litigation
We represent corporations and financial institutions in complex commercial disputes involving securities, banking, and business torts. Our practice includes FINRA arbitration, regulatory compliance, and contract disputes. Attorneys provide strategic counsel aligned with clients' business objectives while navigating state and federal regulatory frameworks. Our team handles matters ranging from shareholder disputes to complex financial litigation across multiple industry sectors.
Construction Law
Our construction law team represents all project participants in disputes involving defects, delays, and contract issues. We handle payment disputes, bond claims, and regulatory compliance matters for both private and public projects. With eight specialized attorneys, we provide contract negotiation services and dispute resolution through litigation or alternative dispute resolution methods. Our practice covers Louisiana's Private and Public Works Acts and federal Miller Act claims.
Insurance Defense
We defend insurers in coverage disputes across multiple policy types including D&O liability, professional liability, and workers' compensation. Our 35 insurance attorneys handle complex claims involving environmental liabilities, medical malpractice, and sexual misconduct allegations. We provide regulatory compliance guidance and represent clients in state and federal courts nationwide while maintaining regular updates on evolving insurance regulations.
Corporate Transactions
Our corporate practice advises businesses on formation, governance, and transactional matters throughout their lifecycle. We assist with mergers and acquisitions, contract negotiations, and international trade compliance. The team handles entity formation, regulatory compliance, and intellectual property protection through trademark registrations and licensing agreements. We serve both closely held businesses and publicly traded companies through ALFA International's global network.
People
Matthew M. McCluer
Special Counsel
Specializes in casualty law with focus on transportation and products liability cases. Provides strategic defense counsel for insurance carriers and corporate clients in complex litigation matters.
Dean M. Arruebarrena
Principal Partner
Experienced trial attorney handling insurance defense and professional liability cases. Represents clients in high-stakes litigation matters with particular expertise in medical malpractice and nursing home liability claims.
Ryan M. Casteix
Principal Partner
Construction law specialist with extensive experience in contract disputes and project management issues. Represents contractors, developers, and design professionals in complex construction litigation and transactional matters.
Edward T. Hayes
Principal Partner
Commercial litigation expert handling business disputes and regulatory compliance matters. Focuses on securities litigation, financial institution representation, and complex contract disputes across multiple jurisdictions.
Megan A. Haynes
Partner
Corporate transactions attorney advising businesses on formation, governance, and international trade compliance. Specializes in intellectual property protection and cross-border transactional matters.
Questions
What areas of law does Leake Andersson specialize in?
We specialize in casualty, commercial litigation, construction law, insurance defense, professional liability, and corporate transactions. Our practice areas cover both litigation and transactional matters for business and insurance clients.
Do you handle international legal matters?
Yes, through our membership in ALFA International, we provide legal services to clients worldwide, working with over 140 law firms across different jurisdictions to handle international cases.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We serve clients in Louisiana, the Gulf South region, throughout the United States, and internationally through our ALFA International network of law firms in multiple countries.
How experienced is your legal team?
Our firm has 37 years of experience with attorneys licensed in multiple jurisdictions. We have 22 casualty specialists, 35 insurance attorneys, and eight construction law experts handling complex cases.
What makes Leake Andersson different from other law firms?
We combine trial-tested experience with business counseling, maintaining ALFA International membership for global resources while preserving our Louisiana roots and regional expertise in Gulf South matters.
Do you handle both litigation and transactional work?
Yes, our attorneys handle both litigation and transactional matters. We represent clients in court while also providing proactive legal counsel on business formation, contracts, and compliance issues.
