Atty. Christopher Tompkins
Christopher Tompkins is a lawyer practicing jones act law, general maritime personal injury litigation. Christopher received a B.A. degree from Tulane University in 1949, and has been licensed for 74 years.
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Christopher Tompkins is a personal injury and maritime attorney based in New Orleans, Louisiana. They have 74+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1952. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1952). Educated at Tulane University (LL.B., 1952) and Tulane University (B.A., 1949). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Christopher Tompkins is a lawyer practicing jones act law, general maritime personal injury litigation
- Christopher received a B.A. degree from Tulane University in 1949, and has been licensed for 74 years
- Christopher practices in New Orleans, LA
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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.
Christopher Tompkins is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Louisiana →
Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.
Christopher Tompkins is one of 10,607 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in Louisiana →
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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 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.
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