Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Mandeville, Louisiana
As a law firm rooted in the legal traditions of New Orleans and serving clients across Louisiana, Alker & Rather combines decades of collective experience with a commitment to personalized legal representation. Our attorneys, recognized for their expertise in areas such as personal injury litigation, insurance defense, and product liability, bring a wealth of knowledge from both large-firm environments and specialized practice settings. We prioritize efficient, cost-conscious solutions while maintaining the aggressive advocacy our clients expect in complex litigation matters.Our team includes attorneys honored by Super Lawyers and active in community legal education, reflecting our dedication to both professional excellence and public service. With offices in Mandeville, we provide the resources and strategic insight of a major firm while preserving the accessibility and individual attention that define our client relationships.
Services
Personal Injury Litigation
Insurance Defense
Product Liability
Premises Liability
Trucking Law
Landlord Tenant Law
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of combined experience in insurance defense litigation
- Our attorneys are recognized in Super Lawyers for general litigation expertise
- We handle complex cases from trial through appellate levels in Louisiana courts
- Our team includes specialists in Louisiana products liability and transportation law
- We maintain active involvement in legal education and community service initiatives
Associations and certifications
- Super Lawyers
What people say
Went above and beyond
Knowledgeable professionals
Frequent updates
Seamless process
Highly recommend
Services
Personal Injury Litigation
Our firm aggressively represents clients in personal injury cases resulting from accidents, ensuring thorough investigation and strategic litigation. We handle matters involving serious injuries, property damage, and wrongful death claims. Our approach balances courtroom readiness with cost-effective resolutions through mediation when appropriate.
Insurance Defense
We defend insurers and policyholders in complex coverage disputes, bad faith litigation, and liability claims. Our experience spans primary/excess coverage issues and commercial policy defense. We provide strategic guidance to resolve disputes efficiently while protecting our clients' interests in state and federal courts.
Product Liability
Our team handles product liability cases under Louisiana's Products Liability Act, representing manufacturers in automotive, consumer goods, and chemical industries. We leverage industry-specific expert networks to develop strong defense strategies while maintaining cost-effectiveness for our clients.
Trucking Law
We represent motor carriers and logistics companies in high-stakes transportation litigation involving personal injuries, cargo claims, and regulatory compliance. Our services include casualty claim defense and guidance on FMCSA/USDOT regulations to mitigate business risks for transportation clients.
Premises Liability
Our firm handles premises liability cases for both injured parties and property owners, addressing slip-and-fall incidents, parking lot accidents, and stairwell injuries. We provide comprehensive representation in state and federal courts throughout Louisiana with a focus on practical solutions.
People
Michael B. Alker
Attorney
Recognized by New Orleans Magazine as a top insurance law attorney, Michael brings extensive experience in product and premises liability defense. He focuses on strategic litigation solutions while maintaining personalized client service.
James C. Rather, Jr.
Attorney
A Super Lawyers honoree with decades of litigation experience, Jim specializes in general litigation and landlord-tenant law. He combines courtroom expertise with community leadership through his past roles in legal service organizations.
Brooklee H. Acosta
Attorney
Brooklee focuses on landlord-tenant disputes, contested successions, and personal injury matters. She provides practical legal advice to property owners while representing clients in diverse litigation scenarios.
Questions
What areas of law does Alker & Rather specialize in?
We focus on personal injury litigation, insurance defense, product liability, premises liability, trucking and transportation law, and landlord-tenant disputes across Louisiana.
How experienced is your legal team?
Our attorneys have over 30 years of combined experience, with recognition in Super Lawyers and extensive litigation expertise in state and federal courts.
Do you offer consultations for potential clients?
Yes, we provide confidential consultations to discuss your legal needs and develop tailored strategies for your case.
What sets your firm apart from others?
We combine major-firm experience with personalized attention, offering strategic litigation skills while maintaining direct client communication throughout the legal process.
Do you handle cases outside Mandeville?
We represent clients throughout Louisiana, including New Orleans and St. Tammany Parish, in both trial and appellate court proceedings.
