Atty. Gary A Hemphill

Atty. Gary A Hemphill

Gary A Hemphill is a lawyer practicing admiralty. Gary received a B.A. degree from Harvard University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years.

New Orleans New Orleans 45 yrs experience 45 year
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About Gary A Hemphill at a glance

Gary A Hemphill is a Partner based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Phelps Dunbar LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on maritime. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1981) and U.S. Supreme Court (1995). Educated at Tulane University (J.D., 1981) and Harvard University (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Associate Editor, American Maritime Cases, New Orleans and Louisiana State Bar Associations Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel Southeastern Admiralty Law Institute Maritime Law Association of the United States. Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Gary A Hemphill is a lawyer practicing admiralty
  • Gary received a B.A. degree from Harvard University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Gary practices at Phelps Dunbar LLP in New Orleans, LA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Gary A Hemphill's Areas of Practice

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

Maritime & Admiralty Law

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

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Jurisdictional Context

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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

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Where is Gary A Hemphill's law office located?
Gary A Hemphill's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is Phelps Dunbar LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gary A Hemphill handle?
Gary A Hemphill focuses on maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Gary A Hemphill practiced law?
Gary A Hemphill has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Gary A Hemphill go to law school?
Gary A Hemphill earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Gary A Hemphill for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Gary A Hemphill received?
Gary A Hemphill's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Tulane University
- 1981
B.A.
Harvard University
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1995

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