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Galloway Johnson takes 2nd Place in Hogs for the Cause
Galloway Johnson takes 2nd Place in Hogs for the Cause
Competing against more than 90 teams, including some of New Orleans best known chefs, Galloway’s team, Aporkalypse Now, won second place overall, losing out to the grand champions by just 3/10th of a point! In individual categories, Galloway placed: 1st…
Successful Defense of Vessel Owner in Seaman's Case
Successful Defense of Vessel Owner in Seaman's Case
Galloway Johnson represented the owner of an offshore supply vessel (OSV) sued by one of its seaman for damages for loss of his right leg below the knee. The seaman claimed he lost his leg due to injuries sustained when…
Galloway Johnson obtains Summary Judgment in Employment Discrimination Case
Galloway Johnson obtains Summary Judgment in Employment Discrimination Case
In Hawkins v. Avalon Hotel Group, LLC, 2013 WL 6328132 (M.D. La. Dec. 4, 2013 and Hawkins v. Avalon Hotel Group, LLC, 2014 WL 216472 (M. D. La. Jan. 9, 2014), Doris Bobadilla obtained summary judgment in a matter where…
GJTBS' Tampa Attorneys Participate in Pro Bono Run
GJTBS' Tampa Attorneys Participate in Pro Bono Run
Galloway Johnson’s Tampa attorneys participated in the Hillsborough County Bar Association 5K Pro Bono Run on March 22, 2014. From right to left: Sarah Baggett, Scott George, Lee Harang, Nicole Fluet, and David Tietz.
Les Pickett, of Galloway, Johnson’s Houston office, selected as Quality Distribution, Inc.’s 2014 Defense Counsel of the Year
Les Pickett, of Galloway, Johnson’s Houston office, selected as Quality Distribution, Inc.’s 2014 Defense Counsel of the Year
Les Pickett, of Galloway, Johnson’s Houston office, selected as Quality Distribution, Inc.’s 2014 Defense Counsel of the Year. Quality is a national motor carrier that is one of the largest bulk product carrier’s in the nation.
GJTBS to Hire Director of Marketing
GJTBS to Hire Director of Marketing
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Governor Appoints Joe Hassinger to Louisiana Coastal Protection & Restoration Authority
Governor Appoints Joe Hassinger to Louisiana Coastal Protection & Restoration Authority
Governor Bobby Jindal has appointed Galloway Johnson director Lambert J. “Joe” Hassinger to the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Board. The Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Board serves as the single state entity with authority to articulate a clear statement…
Doris Bobadilla selected by New Orleans CityBusiness to its “Leadership in Law” class
Doris Bobadilla selected by New Orleans CityBusiness to its “Leadership in Law” class
The editorial board of New Orleans CityBusiness selected Doris Bobadilla to its 10th class for “Leadership in Law,” its annual publication and event that honors professionals in the legal profession for their career and community achievements. Leadership in Law recognizes…
GJTBS supports 2014 AIMS Safety Conference
GJTBS supports 2014 AIMS Safety Conference
Firm Director Joe Hassinger will speak at the 2014 AIMS Safety Conference in Orlando. As a member of IALDA, the International Amusement and Leisure Defense Association, Joe has had the privilege of speaking at many past safety conferences, and looks…
Kathryn Breard Platt Selected for 2014 Gulf Coast RMA Executive Board
Kathryn Breard Platt Selected for 2014 Gulf Coast RMA Executive Board
Kathryn Breard Platt has been selected as a member of the 2014 Gulf Coast Risk Management Association’s (RMA) Executive Board. The RMA is a not-for-profit, member-driven professional association, whose sole purpose is to advance the use of sound risk principles…
Galloway Recognized and Ranked in 2025 Best Law Firms®
Galloway Recognized and Ranked in 2025 Best Law Firms®
NEW ORLEANS – Nov. 7, 2024 – Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith, a premier corporate defense and litigation firm in the Gulf South and Midwest, has been recognized in the 2025 edition of Best Law Firms®. Firms included in…
Louisiana Lawyers Secure Summary Dismissal of Insured’s Claims for Coverage
Louisiana Lawyers Secure Summary Dismissal of Insured’s Claims for Coverage
Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith attorneys secured a summary dismissal in Louisiana, with James Prather and Frances McGinnis exemplifying the result-driven representation that has made Galloway a premier insurance defense firm in the Gulf South. Plaintiff/Named Insured owned and…
Jacksonville Attorney Notching Wins Shortly After Joining Galloway
Jacksonville Attorney Notching Wins Shortly After Joining Galloway
In just a few short months, Special Counsel Catherine Arpen has notched several wins for Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith clients in Florida. Catherine joined the Jacksonville office in July 2024, and in short order, she has gone way…
Galloway Gulfport Granted Summary Judgment in Talcum Powder Case
Galloway Gulfport Granted Summary Judgment in Talcum Powder Case
Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith attorneys in the firm’s Gulfport office were granted summary judgment in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Mississippi. Director Matthew Williams, Special Counsel Susan Bruhnke, and Associate Clayton Welch delivered result-driven representation for our client,…
Claims and Litigation Conference in New Orleans a Great Success
Claims and Litigation Conference in New Orleans a Great Success
Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith presented the Claims and Litigation New Orleans Conference on Thursday, October 24, at The Ritz Carlton Hotel. The daylong and annual event featured captivating presentations and lively conversation among industry professionals and Galloway’s skilled…
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