Atty. Henri M. Saunders
Henri M. Saunders, our esteemed senior partner, brings over 25 years of experience in personal injury law, specializing in maritime and industrial accidents.
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Henri M. Saunders is a Member based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, practicing at Saunders & Chabert. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on personal injury, workers comp, and maritime. Educated at Southern University Law Center (J.D., 1997) and Louisiana State University (B.S., 1993). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of The American Association for Justice Baton Rouge Bar Association Louisiana State Bar Association Louisiana Association for Justice. Serands clients in Baton Rouge, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Henri M. Saunders, our esteemed senior partner, brings over 25 years of experience in personal injury law, specializing in maritime and industrial accidents
- Hailing from Thibodaux, Louisiana, Henri pursued his undergraduate studies at Louisiana State University, where he proudly contributed to two national championship baseball teams in 1991 and 1993
- In 1997, he earned his Juris Doctorate from Southern University Law Center, subsequently serving as a staff attorney for the 3rd Circuit Court of Appeal before transitioning into private practice
- Throughout his career, Henri has steadfastly dedicated himself to assisting individuals in challenging circumstances, never representing large corporations or insurance companies.Having worked as a laborer in the oilfield industry, shipyards, and offshore prior to law school, Henri possesses firsthand knowledge of the inherent dangers involved in such work environments
- This background has fueled his passion for maritime law
- Henri's competitive spirit as a former national champion pitcher for LSU shines through in his approach to each case, and his experience as a boat captain further enhances his understanding of the perils faced on the water
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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.
Henri M. Saunders is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Louisiana →
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Henri M. Saunders is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Louisiana →
Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.
Henri M. Saunders is one of 11,568 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in Louisiana →
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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 Baton Rouge 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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