Atty. James B. Irwin

Atty. James B. Irwin

Mr. James B.

New Orleans New Orleans 53 yrs experience 53 year
Call (504) 702-7063 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James B. Irwin at a glance

James B. Irwin is a Member based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Irwin Fritchie Urquhart & Moore LLC. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on employment, product liability, litigation, environmental, and health care. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1973) and Louisiana (1974). Educated at Case Western Reserve University (J.D., 1973) and Kenyon College (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of FELLOW, American College of Trial Lawyers. Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. James B. Irwin is a lawyer practicing complex litigation, product liability, drug and medical devices and 2 other areas of law
  • James B. received a B.A. degree from Kenyon College in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • James B. practices at Irwin Fritchie Urquhart & Moore LLC in New Orleans, LA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

James B. Irwin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James B. Irwin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

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

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Health Care Law

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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 James B. Irwin

Where is James B. Irwin's law office located?
James B. Irwin's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is Irwin Fritchie Urquhart & Moore LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James B. Irwin handle?
James B. Irwin focuses on employment, product liability, litigation, environmental, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has James B. Irwin practiced law?
James B. Irwin has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did James B. Irwin go to law school?
James B. Irwin earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact James B. Irwin for a consultation?
You can contact James B. Irwin 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 James B. Irwin received?
James B. Irwin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Case Western Reserve University
- 1973
B.A.
Kenyon College
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1973
Louisiana
Admitted: 1974

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