Atty. Jeffrey A Riggs

Atty. Jeffrey A Riggs

Mr. Jeffrey A Riggs is a lawyer practicing personal injury, employment & labor, commercial and 2 other areas of law.

Lafayette Lafayette 40 yrs experience 40 year
Call (337) 270-9483 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Jeffrey A Riggs at a glance

Jeffrey A Riggs is a personal injury, employment, business, and workers comp attorney based in Lafayette, Louisiana. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1986) and Texas (2005). Educated at Indiana University (J.D., 1986) and Indiana University (B.S., 1983). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Lafayette, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Jeffrey A Riggs is a lawyer practicing personal injury, employment & labor, commercial and 2 other areas of law
  • Jeffrey received a B.S. degree from Indiana University in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Jeffrey practices in Lafayette, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Jeffrey A Riggs's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jeffrey A Riggs handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

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.

Jeffrey A Riggs is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Louisiana →

Employment Law

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

Jeffrey A Riggs is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Louisiana →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Jeffrey A Riggs is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Louisiana →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Jeffrey A Riggs is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Louisiana →

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 Lafayette 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 Jeffrey A Riggs

Where is Jeffrey A Riggs's law office located?
Jeffrey A Riggs's law practice is located in Lafayette, Louisiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jeffrey A Riggs handle?
Jeffrey A Riggs focuses on personal injury, employment, business, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Jeffrey A Riggs practiced law?
Jeffrey A Riggs has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Jeffrey A Riggs go to law school?
Jeffrey A Riggs earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.S., 1983).
How can I contact Jeffrey A Riggs for a consultation?
You can contact Jeffrey A Riggs 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 Jeffrey A Riggs received?
Jeffrey A Riggs's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Indiana University
- 1986
B.S.
Indiana University
- 1983

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1986
Texas
Admitted: 2005

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