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Galloway Attorneys Serving to Restart CLM Louisiana Chapter
Galloway Attorneys Serving to Restart CLM Louisiana Chapter
Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith is working diligently, through its expertise and leadership, to restart the Louisiana Chapter of the Claims and Litigation Management Alliance (CLM). Three of Galloway’s Greater New Orleans attorneys are serving on the Board: Katherine…
Jason Waguespack Honored for Economic Impact in New Orleans
Jason Waguespack Honored for Economic Impact in New Orleans
Galloway Managing Director to Receive Icon Award from New Orleans CityBusiness Jason P. Waguespack, Managing Director at Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith, has been named a 2026 Icon Award recipient by New Orleans CityBusiness. The honor recognizes business leaders…
Jennifer Woulfe on St. Louis Lawsuits | STL Public Radio
Jennifer Woulfe on St. Louis Lawsuits | STL Public Radio
On April 28, 2026, Director Jennifer Woulfe of Galloway’s St. Louis office discussed local legal issues and notable cases on St. Louis Public Radio. She was a featured guest on “St. Louis on the Air,” which airs a monthly legal roundtable. The show explores issues facing…
Galloway Awards Scholarships to Southern University Law Center Students
Galloway Awards Scholarships to Southern University Law Center Students
Adraon Greene, a Director in the Firm’s Houston office and co-chair of the Diversity and Inclusion Committee, represented Galloway in presenting scholarships to two law students at Southern University Law Center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Galloway has supported SULC students…
What “Best Interests of the Child” Means in Louisiana Custody Cases
What “Best Interests of the Child” Means in Louisiana Custody Cases
“Best interests of the child” in Louisiana When Louisiana courts decide child custody, they consider what will best support a child’s health, safety, and stability. The “best interests of the child” is not meant to reward or punish either parent.…
Galloway’s Team Raises $50K at Hogs for the Cause 2026
Galloway’s Team Raises $50K at Hogs for the Cause 2026
Building on its impressive showing in 2025, the Galloway-sponsored team Aporkalypse Now doubled its fundraising and raised $50,000 for families of children battling pediatric brain cancer through Hogs for the Cause. The Firm has supported Hogs for sixteen years, with team…
Twelve Galloway Attorneys Named Best Lawyers in New Orleans
Twelve Galloway Attorneys Named Best Lawyers in New Orleans
In another recognition that highlights the Firm’s geographic footprint and deep roster of experienced lawyers, Biz New Orleans has included twelve Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith attorneys in their annual list of Best Lawyers in New Orleans. The magazine honors those…
Recreational Immunity in the Gulf Coast: Hunt, Fish, and Limit Risk
Recreational Immunity in the Gulf Coast: Hunt, Fish, and Limit Risk
Hunting and fishing are central to life in Louisiana’s “Sportsman’s Paradise.” In the marshes and woodlands, outdoor recreation regularly intersects with landowner liability and recreational immunity, shaping how properties are opened and managed for non-commercial purposes. Liability risks often turn…
Galloway Associate Named Best Lawyer Under 40 in Dallas
Galloway Associate Named Best Lawyer Under 40 in Dallas
Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith Associate Berenice Medellin Pruettiangkura has been named a Best Lawyer Under 40 in Dallas by D Magazine, a peer-voted recognition honoring rising legal talent in the Dallas legal community. View the full list. Berenice Medellin Pruettiangkura Berenice…
Jason Waguespack Elected Chairperson of Ogden Museum of Southern Art
Jason Waguespack Elected Chairperson of Ogden Museum of Southern Art
Jason Waguespack, Managing Director of Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith, has been elected Chairperson of the Ogden Museum of Southern Art. He has served on the museum’s Board of Trustees since 2020, most recently as Board Treasurer. “It is an honor…
Managing ADA Accommodations at Work, HR.com
Managing ADA Accommodations at Work, HR.com
An employee’s casual comment about a medical limitation can trigger accommodation obligations, making a manager’s response critical to supporting the employee and reducing the company’s legal risk. In an HR.com article, Galloway employment lawyers Doris Bobadilla and Wendell Hall share…
The New Rules of Maritime Risk Management, MarineLink
The New Rules of Maritime Risk Management, MarineLink
Geopolitical instability is reshaping the risks facing maritime businesses, making proactive planning for trade disruptions, sanctions, and shifting global routes increasingly critical. In a new article published by MarineLink, Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith maritime attorneys Jason Waguespack and…
Galloway Attorneys Serving to Restart CLM Louisiana Chapter
Galloway Attorneys Serving to Restart CLM Louisiana Chapter
Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith is working diligently, through its expertise and leadership, to restart the Louisiana Chapter of the Claims and Litigation Management Alliance (CLM). Three of Galloway’s Greater New Orleans attorneys are serving on the Board: Katherine…
Ethical AI Use for In-House Counsel
Ethical AI Use for In-House Counsel
When it comes to Artificial Intelligence in the legal profession, it’s no longer “if” but “how.” Corporate legal teams across the Gulf South and Midwest feel the dynamic tension to enable AI’s business value while maintaining ethical guardrails. Ultimately, in-house…
Jason Waguespack Honored for Economic Impact in New Orleans
Jason Waguespack Honored for Economic Impact in New Orleans
Galloway Managing Director to Receive Icon Award from New Orleans CityBusiness Jason P. Waguespack, Managing Director at Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith, has been named a 2026 Icon Award recipient by New Orleans CityBusiness. The honor recognizes business leaders…
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