Atty. Francis Waguespack

Atty. Francis Waguespack

Francis Waguespack provides cost-effective and timely legal guidance while keeping clients informed and in control. He focuses on defending cases under the Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act, Defense Base Act, Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act, Federal Employer Liability Act, admiralty and maritime law, employment discrimination, and the Louisiana Workers’ Compensation Act.

New Orleans New Orleans 11 yrs experience 11 year
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Profile Summary

About Francis Waguespack at a glance

Francis Waguespack is a employment and workers comp attorney based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith. They have 11+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2015. Admitted to practice in Louisiana, Louisiana State Bar Association (2015). Educated at Loyola University New Orleans (J.D.) and Louisiana State University (B.A.). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Employers (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Francis Waguespack provides cost-effective and timely legal guidance while keeping clients informed and in control
  • He focuses on defending cases under the Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act, Defense Base Act, Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act, Federal Employer Liability Act, admiralty and maritime law, employment discrimination, and the Louisiana Workers’ Compensation Act
  • Discover more about Francis’ practice here

Practice Areas Explained

Francis Waguespack's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Francis Waguespack is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Louisiana →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Francis Waguespack is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp 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 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 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 Francis Waguespack

Where is Francis Waguespack's law office located?
Francis Waguespack's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Francis Waguespack handle?
Francis Waguespack focuses on employment, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Francis Waguespack practiced law?
Francis Waguespack has 11+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2015.
Where did Francis Waguespack go to law school?
Francis Waguespack earned their education at (J.D.); (B.A.).
How can I contact Francis Waguespack for a consultation?
You can contact Francis Waguespack 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 Francis Waguespack received?
Francis Waguespack's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Employers; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — LSBA Young Lawyers Division Top 40 Young Lawyer Award Recipient, 2024.

Education

J.D.
Loyola University New Orleans
- In Progress
B.A.
Louisiana State University
- In Progress

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Employers
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — LSBA Young Lawyers Division Top 40 Young Lawyer Award Recipient, 2024
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Louisiana, Louisiana State Bar Association
Admitted: 2015

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