Business Details
30 Years
experience
Your Trusted New Orleans Personal Injury Lawyers
Since 1996, Irpino, Avin & Hawkins Law Firm has been a steadfast advocate for individuals harmed by negligence. Founded by Anthony Irpino, our firm was built on the principles of client-centric representation and a commitment to justice. Our team of seasoned attorneys specializes in personal injury, property damage, and complex litigation, combining decades of collective experience with a personalized approach to each case. We have secured billions in settlements and judgments for clients across Louisiana and beyond, earning recognition from prestigious legal organizations. Our practice extends to car accidents, maritime injuries, catastrophic events, and class-action lawsuits, where we leverage deep industry knowledge and relentless advocacy.As an independent firm, we prioritize client needs over corporate interests, maintaining transparency and ethical standards. Our attorneys frequently serve on leadership committees in national litigation, reflecting our authority in the field. With offices in New Orleans' Garden District, we serve local and national clients while actively contributing to community initiatives. Our track record of success, including multimillion-dollar verdicts, underscores our ability to deliver results in even the most challenging cases.
Services
Personal Injury
Property Damage
Car Accidents
Truck Accidents
Motorcycle Accidents
Maritime Accidents
Wrongful Death
Catastrophic Injuries
Class Action Lawsuits
Mass Tort Cases
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in complex personal injury litigation
- Our attorneys serve on leadership committees in national MDL cases
- We guarantee personalized attention from founding partners to case resolution
- Our firm has secured $3+ million in recent catastrophic injury settlements
- We operate with full transparency and no hidden fees
Associations and certifications
- Best Lawyers
- Super Lawyers
- Avvo
- National Trial Lawyers
What people say
Fair settlement
Professionalism and persistence
Game-changer
Thorough representation
Prompt return calls
Services
Personal Injury Law
Our personal injury attorneys represent clients harmed by negligence in car, truck, and motorcycle accidents. We handle cases involving catastrophic injuries, medical expenses, and lost wages. With decades of experience, we negotiate with insurance companies and litigate in Louisiana courts to secure fair compensation for pain and suffering, rehabilitation costs, and long-term care needs. Our team has recovered millions for clients through settlements and jury verdicts.
Property Damage Claims
We advocate for homeowners and businesses denied proper insurance payouts after hurricane, fire, or flood damage. Our lawyers investigate claims, document losses, and challenge unfair denials. With expertise in Louisiana insurance law, we've secured multi-million-dollar recoveries for commercial properties and residential claims. Our team works with damage assessment experts to ensure full compensation for repairs and business interruptions caused by natural disasters.
Maritime Injuries
Specializing in maritime law, we represent seamen injured under the Jones Act and longshore workers covered by LHWCA. Our attorneys handle offshore accident cases involving equipment failures, unsafe conditions, and employer negligence. We've recovered millions for clients with knee injuries, spinal trauma, and lost wages through settlements and litigation. Our experience includes complex cases involving vessel maintenance issues and third-party liability claims.
Class Action Lawsuits
Our firm leads class-action cases against corporations for defective products, dangerous drugs, and environmental harm. With an eight-attorney MDL unit, we coordinate nationwide litigation while maintaining individual client representation. We've achieved landmark settlements in pharmaceutical liability and consumer protection cases. Our attorneys serve on steering committees to ensure fair distribution of compensation to all class members while protecting individual claim rights.
Wrongful Death
We provide compassionate representation for families who lost loved ones due to negligence. Our attorneys handle wrongful death claims from transportation accidents, workplace incidents, and medical malpractice. We recover compensation for funeral expenses, lost income, and emotional distress. With sensitivity to grieving families, we handle all legal complexities while pursuing justice through settlements or courtroom litigation when necessary.
People
Anthony D. Irpino
Founding Partner
Recognized as a leading personal injury attorney, Anthony founded the firm in 1996 after clerkships with federal judges. He specializes in complex litigation and has recovered hundreds of millions for clients. His work focuses on class-action lawsuits and catastrophic injury cases.
Kacie F. Gray
Partner
Specializing in hurricane damage claims, Kacie has secured millions for homeowners and businesses. She combines aggressive litigation with personalized client service, particularly noted for her work on Hurricane Ida insurance disputes.
Benjamin Avin
Attorney
Ben focuses on storm damage claims and car accident cases. He has recovered significant settlements for clients affected by natural disasters and transportation accidents. Known for his thorough case preparation and client communication.
Dustin L. Poch
Attorney
Dustin represents clients in personal injury and property damage cases across Louisiana. He has successfully resolved numerous automobile accident and hurricane damage claims through negotiation and litigation.
Lindsey M. Arnold
Attorney
Lindsey specializes in automobile accidents and insurance claims. She provides compassionate representation while aggressively pursuing compensation for clients' medical expenses and lost income from personal injury cases.
Questions
What is the statute of limitations for personal injury claims in Louisiana?
Louisiana requires personal injury lawsuits to be filed within one year from the date of injury. Contact our attorneys promptly to preserve evidence and meet all legal deadlines.
How do I handle an insurance company after property damage?
Our attorneys negotiate with insurance providers to ensure full compensation for hurricane, fire, or flood damage. We handle claim denials and underpayment issues to recover repair costs and business losses.
Do I need a lawyer for a car accident claim?
While not legally required, our experienced attorneys significantly improve compensation outcomes by proving fault, calculating damages, and negotiating with insurance companies for medical expenses and lost wages.
What qualifies as a maritime injury under the Jones Act?
Seamen injured due to employer negligence or unseaworthy vessels qualify for Jones Act protection. This includes injuries from equipment failures, unsafe working conditions, or hazardous maintenance practices aboard vessels.
How do class-action lawsuits work?
Class actions consolidate similar claims against a defendant. Our firm represents lead plaintiffs while ensuring all class members receive fair compensation. We handle evidence collection, legal filings, and settlement negotiations for these complex cases.
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