Atty. David L. Colvin

Atty. David L. Colvin

David L. Colvin founded the Colvin Law Firm in 1980, and for 40 years he and his firm have been dedicated to achieving justice for the people, businesses, and municipalities they represent.

Gretna Gretna 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About David L. Colvin at a glance

David L. Colvin is a Member based in Gretna, Louisiana, practicing at Colvin | Brothers Law Firm, APLC. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, business, zoning, and tbi/sci. Admitted to practice in Louisiana U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana U.S. District Court, Middle District of (1980). Educated at University of Southwestern Louisiana (B.S., 1977) and Loyola School of Law J.D. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Louisiana State Bar Association Louisiana Association for Justice American Association for Justice Jefferson Bar Association American Bar Association. Serands clients in Gretna, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David L. Colvin founded the Colvin Law Firm in 1980, and for 40 years he and his firm have been dedicated to achieving justice for the people, businesses, and municipalities they represent
  • Mr. Colvin has received an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the preeminent peer ranking system for attorneys
  • This rating is the highest possible rating given to attorneys by Martindale-Hubbell
  • Over the years, Mr. Colvin's practice has developed in a wide array of areas and he has handled everything from catastrophic personal injuries, major business and insurance cases, flood and hurricane cases, oil spill claims, municipal representation, land use litigation, bond transactions, FELA and Jones Act claims, medical malpractice claims, and trucking claims
  • Mr. Colvin is a graduate of Loyola University School of Law and the University of Southwestern Louisiana
  • In addition to his work at the Colvin Law Firm, Mr. Colvin also spent fourteen years serving as an Assistant Parish Attorney for Jefferson Parish, overseeing the Parish's land use litigation during that time

Leadership

Jefferson Bar Association Presidency as of 2017 and long term Board Delegate, Louisiana State Bar Association through 2019 Jefferson Parish Economic District Board of Commissioner from 2010 to 2016 Jefferson Chamber of Commerce Board for 2010 to 2016 Memberships: Louisiana State Bar Association Louisiana Association for Justice American Association for Justice Jefferson Bar Association

Practice Areas Explained

David L. Colvin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David L. Colvin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

David L. Colvin is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Louisiana →

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.

David L. Colvin is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Louisiana →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

David L. Colvin is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Louisiana →

Land Use & Zoning

David L. Colvin is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Louisiana →

Brain & Spinal Cord Injury

David L. Colvin is one of 10,267 tbi/sci attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tbi/sci 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 Gretna 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 andnue, 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 David L. Colvin

Where is David L. Colvin's law office located?
David L. Colvin's law practice is located in Gretna, Louisiana. The firm is Colvin | Brothers Law Firm, APLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David L. Colvin handle?
David L. Colvin focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, business, zoning, tbi/sci. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has David L. Colvin practiced law?
David L. Colvin has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did David L. Colvin go to law school?
David L. Colvin earned their education at (B.S., 1977); (—).
How can I contact David L. Colvin for a consultation?
You can contact David L. Colvin directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David L. Colvin received?
David L. Colvin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

B.S.
University of Southwestern Louisiana
- 1977
Loyola School of Law J.D.
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana U.S. District Court, Middle District of
Admitted: 1980

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