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Jason Waguespack Accepted Into Exclusive Federation of Defense & Corporate Counsel
Jason Waguespack Accepted Into Exclusive Federation of Defense & Corporate Counsel
Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr, & Smith Managing Director Jason Waguespack has been accepted as a member into the prestigious Federation of Defense & Corporate Counsel. He joins Directors Mark R. “Tiger” Pharr and Matthew Williams in this exclusive group. Membership in…
Galloway Adds Three Associates to Texas Offices
Galloway Adds Three Associates to Texas Offices
Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith is pleased to announce that our Texas offices have added three experienced associates to our team of Gulf South attorneys. We look forward to their practices contributing to our firm’s representation and legal defense…
Galloway Attorneys Present 9th Annual Tampa Claims Conference
Galloway Attorneys Present 9th Annual Tampa Claims Conference
The Galloway Tampa office recently hosted its ninth annual Claims Conference at the Current Hotel in Tampa, Florida. Galloway Directors Nicole Fluet, Sarah Baggett, Phillip Howell, Anna Kirkpatrick, Austin Moretz, and Special Counsel Lee Harang presented educational, informative, and engaging…
Galloway Associates Honored as Top 40 Award Recipients by Louisiana State Bar Association Young Lawyers Division
Galloway Associates Honored as Top 40 Award Recipients by Louisiana State Bar Association Young Lawyers Division
Catherine Carrier and Madeline Smith, Associates in Galloway’s Lafayette office, have been recognized as Louisiana State Bar Association Young Lawyers Division Top 40 for 2023. The award recognizes Louisiana’s top young lawyers who are making outstanding contributions to the legal…
Galloway Associate James “Drew” Morock Leads Fundraising Efforts for Local St. Baldrick’s Foundation Event
Galloway Associate James “Drew” Morock Leads Fundraising Efforts for Local St. Baldrick’s Foundation Event
Galloway Associate James “Drew” Morock has been committed to St. Baldrick’s Day and kids with cancer for fourteen years and has served as lead event organizer for the last five years. A key hallmark of the event each year includes…
Kathleen K. Charvet and Jason Waguespack to Present at the 30th Biennial Admiralty Law Institute hosted by Tulane University Law School
Kathleen K. Charvet and Jason Waguespack to Present at the 30th Biennial Admiralty Law Institute hosted by Tulane University Law School
New Orleans Directors Kathleen K. Charvet and Jason Waguespack will be speaking at the Admiralty Law Institute hosted by Tulane University Law School. The program will take place on March 20-22, 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Kathleen will be speaking…
Galloway Director Nicole Fluet Presented at the 12th Annual Orlando Claims Association Continuing Education Seminar & Cook-Off
Galloway Director Nicole Fluet Presented at the 12th Annual Orlando Claims Association Continuing Education Seminar & Cook-Off
Galloway Director Nicole Fluet presented on mediation techniques at the 12th Annual Orlando Claims Association Continuing Education Seminar & Cook-Off held in Maitland, Florida on March 7, 2024. This one-of-a-kind event allowed the claims community to gather, to earn continuing…
Galloway Welcomes New Associates to Florida, Louisiana, and Texas Offices
Galloway Welcomes New Associates to Florida, Louisiana, and Texas Offices
Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith is pleased to welcome new associates to our talented team of Gulf South attorneys. We look forward to their experience and expertise contributing to our representation. Associate Jeanneth Miranda has begun working in the…
Galloway announces the promotions of our new Directors
Galloway announces the promotions of our new Directors
Each year, a dedicated internal committee reviews nominations and makes recommendations for promotion to Director, carefully assessing candidates against the firm’s criteria. We are pleased to announce the following outstanding Galloway attorneys who have recently achieved this well-deserved milestone: Joshua…
Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith Recognized in the 14th Edition of Best Law Firms
Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith Recognized in the 14th Edition of Best Law Firms
NEW ORLEANS — Nov. 2, 2023 – Best Lawyers®, the oldest and most respected Purely Peer Review® research and accolades company in the legal profession, announced the release of the 14th edition of the United States Best Law Firms® rankings. Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr &…
Galloway Secures Another Victory in Florida After Hurricane Delay
Galloway Secures Another Victory in Florida After Hurricane Delay
Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith secured victory through motion for summary judgment on behalf of their clients, a well-known convenience store brand in Florida. Undeterred by the case already being mistried due to Hurricane Milton, Pensacola attorney M. Austin Moretz delivered…
Galloway Adds Commercial Defense Lawyers in Florida and Texas
Galloway Adds Commercial Defense Lawyers in Florida and Texas
Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith has strengthened its Florida and Texas bench with the addition of two experienced attorneys. With expertise in commercial litigation, both will provide result-driven representation that partners with clients to go way above and way…
Longshore/Defense Base Act Update: Chief ALJ Compares Apples to Oranges Following Schulmeister Decision
Longshore/Defense Base Act Update: Chief ALJ Compares Apples to Oranges Following Schulmeister Decision
We previously highlighted the Benefits Review Board’s (BRB) decision in Marcus Schulmeister v. Blackwater USA et al, BRB No. 23-0255 (September 25, 2024) — a matter arising under the Defense Base Act — and how this decision casts doubt over the…
Kathleen Charvet Named to CityBusiness 2025 PowerList: Port & Maritime
Kathleen Charvet Named to CityBusiness 2025 PowerList: Port & Maritime
With decades of experience and expertise in maritime law, Kathleen Charvet has been named to New Orleans CityBusiness‘ 2025 Power List: Port & Maritime. The list recognizes influential professionals and leaders in the region’s port and maritime sectors across the Gulf Coast. Backed by deep…
Mind the Gap: Identifying Potential Risks in Construction Contract Language
Mind the Gap: Identifying Potential Risks in Construction Contract Language
Before ground is broken or hammers are put to nails, well-drafted agreements governed by construction contract law set the essential foundation for all parties involved in the construction project, including owners, contractors, and subcontractors. Those in the construction industry should…
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