Atty. Brian S. Schaps
Brian Schaps provides legal guidance to contractors, engineers, architects, and surveyors and represents these clients in all manners and stages of construction litigation. Brian provides attentive, diligent, and cost-effective representation to help his clients manage risks, evaluate potential liability and exposure, and achieve favorable resolutions to construction-related disputes.
Construction Law & More Attorney · Serving New Orleans, LA
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About Brian S. Schaps at a Glance
Brian S. Schaps is a construction attorney based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Deutsch Kerrigan LLP. Admitted to practice in Louisiana, Louisiana. Educated at Tulane University (J.D., 2012) and Tulane University (B.S.M, 2009). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — in America (2026). Serves clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Brian S. Schaps
- Brian Schaps provides legal guidance to contractors, engineers, architects, and surveyors and represents these clients in all manners and stages of construction litigation
- Brian provides attentive, diligent, and cost-effective representation to help his clients manage risks, evaluate potential liability and exposure, and achieve favorable resolutions to construction-related disputes
- Brian consults with clients regarding front-end issues related to contracts and risks, assists clients in managing and resolving disputes during construction projects, and aggressively litigates cases in state and federal courts
- Brian previously served as in-house counsel to a civil construction company and has first-hand experience with the critical issues and challenges faced by the various stakeholders in construction projects
- During law school, he was a Student Attorney in the Tulane Environmental Law Clinic and a Managing Editor of the Tulane Environmental Law Journal
- He is admitted to practice in all federal courts and state courts in Louisiana
- Brian likes to explore and enjoy all of the arts, music, and food that New Orleans has to offer, especially at all the local festivals- big and small
- He also enjoys travelling and cheering for the New Orleans Saints
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Brian S. Schaps's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian S. Schaps handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New Orleans.
Construction Law in New Orleans
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Why Local Counsel Matters in New Orleans
Practicing law in Louisiana. Legal matters in Louisiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New Orleans are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Louisiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Louisiana brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Louisiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
New Orleans Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New Orleans-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in New Orleans Choose Brian S. Schaps
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Brian S. Schaps's practice in the field of construction.
Focused Construction Practice
Concentrating on construction means Brian S. Schaps's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in New Orleans
A New Orleans-based practice means Brian S. Schaps attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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