James “Jimmy” Courtenay

JJC Law

Metairie, LA

20+ Years Experience

Licensed in 1 State

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About James

James “Jimmy” Courtenay is a founding partner of JJC Law LLC, specializing in transportation, maritime, general personal injury, and insurance litigation. He spent over 7 years defending insurance companies and corporations before shifting to represent injured individuals. Jimmy played football for Ole Miss and LSU, including the 2003 National Championship season. He holds a Masters Degree in Public Administration and a Juris Doctorate from Southern University Law Center. He has successfully handled cases through trial and appeal and is often retained by other attorneys for litigation...

Licensed States

Education

Bachelor of Science, Accounting

Louisiana State University

Masters in Public Administration

Louisiana State University

Juris Doctorate

Southern University Law Center

Awards & Recognition

New Orleans Magazine Top Lawyers

Personal Injury Litigation · 2025

Super Lawyers

Personal Injury General: Plaintiff · 2025

The National Trial Lawyers TOP 100

2025

The National Trial Lawyers TOP 10 TRUCKING

2025

Treasurer, Louisiana Hibernian Charity

2025

Professional Associations

New Orleans Bar AssociationJefferson Parish Bar AssociationFederal Bar Association, New Orleans ChapterAmerican Bar Association, Tort and Insurance Practice SectionLouisiana Association of JusticeAmerican Association of JusticeLSU “L” ClubMariners Club of New OrleansTransportation Lawyers AssociationTrucking Industry Defense Association “TIDA”Claims and Litigation Management Alliance