Atty. Greg Guidry

Atty. Greg Guidry

Greg Guidry is a Shareholder in the firm’s Lafayette, Louisiana office, a satellite location for the New Orleans office. He is licensed in Louisiana and Texas and has successfully represented management throughout the United States in all aspects of labor and employment law, including advice, training, prevention tactics and litigation for over 35 years.

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Profile Summary

About Greg Guidry at a Glance

Greg Guidry is a employment and litigation attorney based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart PC. Admitted to practice in Texas, United States and Louisiana, United States. Educated at Louisiana State University (JD, 1976) and Louisiana State University (BA, 1973). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Serves clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Greg Guidry

  • Greg Guidry is a Shareholder in the firm’s Lafayette, Louisiana office, a satellite location for the New Orleans office
  • He is licensed in Louisiana and Texas and has successfully represented management throughout the United States in all aspects of labor and employment law, including advice, training, prevention tactics and litigation for over 35 years
  • His practice includes traditional labor law (union issues), employment litigation, wrongful termination, wage and hour, and developing employment law issues
  • Mr. Guidry also serves as a neutral mediator in employment law disputes
  • He is active in numerous business and professional associations, including the Society of Human Resource Management, and its local chapter ASHRM, is past Chair of the Louisiana State Bar Association Section of Labor and Employment Law, and serves as management representative on several committees of the American Bar Association’s Section on Labor and Employment Law and other national trade associations
  • He serves as chair of the Louisiana State Bar Association annual employment law seminar, and frequently lectures and writes on labor and employment law topics
  • He was elected as a Fellow of the College of Labor & Employment Lawyers, in recognition of his contributions to the field of labor & employment law, and he has served on the Credentials Committee for that group
  • Mr. Guidry has contributed to several national books on labor and employment law matters
  • He is also President of the Management Labor & Employment Roundtable, a national association on labor and employment lawyers and other professionals representing management in labor and employment law matters

Practice Areas Explained

Greg Guidry's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Greg Guidry handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New Orleans.

Employment Law in New Orleans

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

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Civil Litigation in New Orleans

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in New Orleans

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 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.

New Orleans Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a New Orleans-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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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Greg Guidry

Where is Greg Guidry's law office located?
Greg Guidry's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Greg Guidry handle?
Greg Guidry focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
Where did Greg Guidry go to law school?
Greg Guidry earned their education at (JD, 1976); (BA, 1973).
How can I contact Greg Guidry for a consultation?
You can contact Greg Guidry 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 Greg Guidry received?
Greg Guidry's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — Employment.

Professional Profile

Why Clients in New Orleans Choose Greg Guidry

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 Greg Guidry's practice in the field of employment and litigation.

Multi-State Bar Admission

Licensed in Texas, United States and Louisiana, United States, Greg Guidry can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering employment and litigation, Greg Guidry can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in New Orleans

A New Orleans-based practice means Greg Guidry 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 Greg Guidry Handles in New Orleans

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Greg Guidry 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.

Wrongful termination claims
Employment
Workplace discrimination
Employment
Wage and hour disputes
Employment
Non-compete agreement review
Employment

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Greg Guidry directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Education & Law School Background

JD
Louisiana State University
- 1976
BA
Louisiana State University
- 1973

Awards & Professional Honors

Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employment
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Who's Who Legal: Management Labour & Employment (2015)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Louisiana Super Lawyer in labor and employment law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Fellow, College of Labor and Employment Lawyers (2000)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell AV Rated for many years
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — LSU Law Center Hall of Fame
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Order of the Coif
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (New Orleans)
- 2025
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (New Orleans)
- 2024
Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (New Orleans)
- 2022
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (New Orleans)
- 2021
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (New Orleans)
- 2019
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (New Orleans)
- 2016
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (New Orleans)
- 2016
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Baton Rouge)
- 2015
Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Baton Rouge)
- 2014
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (Baton Rouge)
- 2013
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Baton Rouge)
- 2012
Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Baton Rouge)
- 2012

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

Texas, United States
Louisiana, United States

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