Atty. John Thaddeus Westholz

Atty. John Thaddeus Westholz

John Thaddeus Westholz is a lawyer practicing automobile liability defense, workers compensation defense, uninsured and underinsured motorists and 12 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of New Orleans in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Metairie Metairie 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About John Thaddeus Westholz at a glance

John Thaddeus Westholz is a Member based in Metairie, Louisiana, practicing at Gallagher & Westholz, LLC. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, workers comp, slip & fall, and nursing home. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1992) and All Federal Courts in Louisiana (1992). Educated at Loyola Law School (J.D., 1992) and University of New Orleans (B.A. Political, 1989). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Louisiana State Bar Association Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel New Orleans Bar Association. Serands clients in Metairie, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Thaddeus Westholz is a lawyer practicing automobile liability defense, workers compensation defense, uninsured and underinsured motorists and 12 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of New Orleans in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • John practices at Gallagher & Westholz, LLC in Metairie, LA

Practice Areas Explained

John Thaddeus Westholz's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Thaddeus Westholz handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

John Thaddeus Westholz is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Louisiana →

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.

John Thaddeus Westholz is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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.

John Thaddeus Westholz is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Louisiana →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

John Thaddeus Westholz is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Louisiana →

Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect

John Thaddeus Westholz is one of 6,002 nursing home attorneys indexed nationally. Browse nursing home 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 Metairie 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 John Thaddeus Westholz

Where is John Thaddeus Westholz's law office located?
John Thaddeus Westholz's law practice is located in Metairie, Louisiana. The firm is Gallagher & Westholz, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Thaddeus Westholz handle?
John Thaddeus Westholz focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, workers comp, slip & fall, nursing home. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has John Thaddeus Westholz practiced law?
John Thaddeus Westholz has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did John Thaddeus Westholz go to law school?
John Thaddeus Westholz earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A. Political, 1989).
How can I contact John Thaddeus Westholz for a consultation?
You can contact John Thaddeus Westholz 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 John Thaddeus Westholz received?
John Thaddeus Westholz's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Loyola Law School
- 1992
B.A. Political
University of New Orleans
- 1989

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1992
All Federal Courts in Louisiana
Admitted: 1992

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