Atty. David K Persons
David K Persons is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, general casualty litigation, civil litigation and 4 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Louisiana State University in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Metairie, LA · 43+ Years Experience
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About David K Persons at a Glance
David K Persons is a Partner based in Metairie, Louisiana, practicing at Hailey, McNamara, Hall, Larmann & Papale, L.L.P.. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on car accidents, workers comp, slip & fall, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1983), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana (1983), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Louisiana (1993), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana (2005). Educated at Loyola University New Orleans College of Law (J.D., 1983) and Louisiana State University (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Louisiana State and American Bar Associations Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel Defense Research Institute Louisiana Association of Business and Industry. Serves clients in Metairie, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David K Persons
- David K Persons is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, general casualty litigation, civil litigation and 4 other areas of law
- David received a B.A. degree from Louisiana State University in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
- David practices at Hailey, McNamara, Hall, Larmann & Papale, L.L.P. in Metairie, LA
Practice Areas Explained
David K Persons's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David K Persons handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Metairie.
Car Accidents in Metairie
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
David K Persons is one of 36,434 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Louisiana →
Workers Compensation in Metairie
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
David K Persons is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Louisiana →
Slip & Fall / Premises Liability in Metairie
David K Persons is one of 29,187 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Louisiana →
Product Liability in Metairie
David K Persons is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Louisiana →
Civil Litigation in Metairie
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
David K Persons is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Louisiana →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Metairie
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.
Metairie Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Metairie-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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Metairie Choose David K Persons
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 David K Persons's practice in the field of car accidents, workers comp, slip & fall, product liability, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David K Persons brings 43+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Louisiana, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana, and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Louisiana, David K Persons can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, workers comp, and slip & fall, David K Persons can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Metairie
A Metairie-based practice means David K Persons attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues David K Persons Handles in Metairie
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David K Persons has experience with under Louisiana law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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