Leger & Shaw
935 Gravier Street, Suite 2150, New Orleans, Louisiana 70112, New Orleans, LA 70112
4.7(3 reviews)About Leger & Shaw
Leger & Shaw is a New Orleans regional law firm serving clients across Louisiana and the Gulf Coast since 1979. The firm focuses on maritime and admiralty law, class actions, complex litigation, commercial litigation, and serious personal injury claims. Its attorneys have handled significant cases, including a $246 billion tobacco litigation settlement and $13 billion in BP oil spill settlements. Walter J. Leger, Jr., a senior partner, was named a "Louisiana Legal Legend" and a finalist for "National Trial Lawyer of the Year." The firm has 8 attorneys and operates from four locations.
Our Attorneys
Walter J. Leger, Jr.
Senior Partner
48+ years experience
Franklin G. Shaw
Partner
42+ years experience
Craig H. Stewart
Of Counsel
29+ years experience
Walter "Walt" J. Leger III
Associate
21+ years experience
Christine S. Fayard
Of Counsel
15+ years experience
Matthew S. Landry
Associate
9+ years experience
Brigid Collins
William Poole Jr.
Notable Case Results
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$246B
Tobacco Litigation
Master Settlement Agreement negotiated between major tobacco companies and 45 states.
$14B
Product Liability
Nationwide mass joinder and class-action litigation involving defective silicone gel breast implants.
$13B
Oil Spill Litigation
Settlement payments and eligibility notices issued to individuals and businesses affected by the Deepwater Horizon oil spill.
$600M
Tobacco Litigation
Class action on behalf of Louisiana smokers seeking medical monitoring and/or assistance for cessation of addictive smoking.
$400M
Oil Spill Litigation
Settlement negotiated on behalf of local governments affected by the Deepwater Horizon oil spill.
$150M
Product Liability
Louisiana class action against medical product manufacturers on behalf of 5,000 plaintiffs for breast implants (Spitzfadden v. Dow Corning, et al.).
Contact Information
Office Locations
935 Gravier Street, Suite 2150, New Orleans, Louisiana 70112
New Orleans, LA 70112
504-588-9043
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