Atty. J. Alan Harrell
Alan Harrell practices environmental law and litigation, with an emphasis on toxic tort litigation and class actions. He also counsels clients on environmental regulatory matters.
Litigation - Environmental Attorney · Serving Baton Rouge, LA
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About J. Alan Harrell at a Glance
J. Alan Harrell is a litigation attorney based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, practicing at Phelps Dunbar LLP. Admitted to practice in Louisiana, Louisiana State Bar Association. Educated at Louisiana State University (J.D., 1997) and Louisiana State University (BA, 1994). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Environmental (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law (2026). Serves clients in Baton Rouge, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About J. Alan Harrell
- Alan Harrell practices environmental law and litigation, with an emphasis on toxic tort litigation and class actions
- He also counsels clients on environmental regulatory matters
- Working at the intersection of substantive environmental law, science, and litigation, Mr. Harrell regularly works with a variety of expert witnesses in areas ranging from hydrogeology to vapor intrusion
- Mr. Harrell’s practice includes representing chemical manufacturing facilities and environmental insurers in actions alleging personal exposure, diminution of property value, and other damages
- He has also defended clients in cases involving claims of contamination from oil and gas operations
- In addition to his environmental practice, Mr. Harrell has handled a variety of commercial litigation matters, including breach of contract claims, as well as defended professional liability claims brought against environmental consultants, engineers, and other professionals
- He is also the coordinator of pro bono legal services for the Baton Rouge office
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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 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 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.
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