Atty. George C. Freeman III

Atty. George C. Freeman III

George C. Freeman, III, is a founding member of the firm.

New Orleans New Orleans 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About George C. Freeman III at a glance

George C. Freeman III is a business, securities, litigation, and appellate attorney based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Barrasso Usdin Kupperman Freeman & Sarver LLC. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1984). Educated at University of Virginia (MA.., 1982) and University of Virginia (J.D., 1982). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • George C. Freeman, III, is a founding member of the firm
  • His practice focuses on securities litigation, arbitration, and enforcement
  • He primarily represents financial advisors and broker-dealers, together with their respective officers, directors, and employees, in customer disputes and in SEC and FINRA proceedings
  • He also represents underwriters, issuers, and trustees in securities class action cases
  • Outside the field of securities, George concentrates in complex financial and commercial litigation
  • George has been recognized by Chambers USA in the field of Securities Litigation, and by Best Lawyers in the fields of Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, and Securities Litigation
  • According to Chambers USA, George’s clients and peers have referred to him as “one of the best” securities litigation and arbitration attorneys in the country, and have praised his “academic, scholarly knowledge of securities law.” Another securities client describes George as “a lion of the securities arbitration bar” and “the best in-court trial lawyer” he has ever seen

Practice Areas Explained

George C. Freeman III's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases George C. Freeman III handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 George C. Freeman III

Where is George C. Freeman III's law office located?
George C. Freeman III's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is Barrasso Usdin Kupperman Freeman & Sarver LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does George C. Freeman III handle?
George C. Freeman III focuses on business, securities, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has George C. Freeman III practiced law?
George C. Freeman III has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did George C. Freeman III go to law school?
George C. Freeman III earned their education at (MA.., 1982); (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact George C. Freeman III for a consultation?
You can contact George C. Freeman III 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 George C. Freeman III received?
George C. Freeman III's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice; Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities; Best Lawyers in America — Securities Regulation.

Education

MA..
University of Virginia
- 1982
J.D.
University of Virginia
- 1982
B.A.
Emory University
- 1975

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Securities Regulation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Complex Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Securities
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Securities (New Orleans)
- 2024
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Securities (New Orleans)
- 2021
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Securities (New Orleans)
- 2019
Lawyer of the Year — Bet-the-Company Litigation (New Orleans)
- 2016
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Securities (New Orleans)
- 2014

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1984

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