Atty. Christopher E Lawler

Atty. Christopher E Lawler

Christopher E Lawler is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, admiralty, negligence. Christopher received a B.A. degree from Tulane University of Louisiana in 1964, and has been licensed for 60 years.

Metairie Metairie 60 Years Experience 60 year
Call (504) 552-8724

Profile Summary

About Christopher E Lawler at a glance

Christopher E Lawler is a Member based in Metairie, Louisiana, practicing at Donovan & Lawler A Professional Law Corporation. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on personal injury, insurance, and maritime. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1966). Educated at Tulane University of Louisiana (LL.B., 1966) and Tulane University of Louisiana (B.A., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New Orleans, Jefferson Parish, Louisiana State and American Bar Associations New Orleans Association of Defense Counsel Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel. Serves clients in Metairie, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Christopher E Lawler is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, admiralty, negligence
  • Christopher received a B.A. degree from Tulane University of Louisiana in 1964, and has been licensed for 60 years
  • Christopher practices at Donovan & Lawler A Professional Law Corporation in Metairie, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher E Lawler's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher E Lawler handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Christopher E Lawler is one of 109,871 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Louisiana →

Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

Christopher E Lawler is one of 10,607 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in Louisiana →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Louisiana

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 Metairie 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Christopher E Lawler

Where is Christopher E Lawler's law office located?
Christopher E Lawler's law practice is located in Metairie, Louisiana. The firm is Donovan & Lawler A Professional Law Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher E Lawler handle?
Christopher E Lawler focuses on personal injury, insurance, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Christopher E Lawler practiced law?
Christopher E Lawler has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did Christopher E Lawler go to law school?
Christopher E Lawler earned their education at (LL.B., 1966); (B.A., 1964).
How can I contact Christopher E Lawler for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Christopher E Lawler received?
Christopher E Lawler's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Tulane University of Louisiana
- 1966
B.A.
Tulane University of Louisiana
- 1964

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1966

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