Atty. Loyd J. Bourgeois

Atty. Loyd J. Bourgeois

I’ve always stood up for the little guy, especially when they’re being pushed around by big insurance companies. My commitment to personal injury law grew out of a deep frustration with how everyday people are treated after an accident.

Metairie Metairie 21 yrs experience 21 year
Call (504) 372-1444 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Loyd J. Bourgeois at a glance

Loyd J. Bourgeois is a personal injury attorney based in Metairie, Louisiana, practicing at Loyd J Bourgeois Injury & Accident Lawyer. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (2005). Educated at Tulane University (—, 2005). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026). Serands clients in Metairie, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • I’ve always stood up for the little guy, especially when they’re being pushed around by big insurance companies
  • My commitment to personal injury law grew out of a deep frustration with how everyday people are treated after an accident
  • I kept seeing the same pattern: hardworking folks doing everything right, raising families, paying their bills, showing up for work, only to be mistreated by the very systems that were supposed to protect them when they needed help the most
  • After opening my own law firm in 2010, I began focusing more on clients hurt in serious car accidents and industrial incidents
  • Time after time, I saw insurance companies dragging their feet, denying responsibility, or offering lowball settlements that didn’t come close to covering the real cost of recovery
  • That’s when I knew this was the work I was meant to do
  • At Loyd J. Bourgeois Injury & Accident Lawyer, we help injured people stand up and get what they’re owed
  • Whether it’s dealing with hospital bills, missed work, or the long-term impact of a serious injury, we’re here to help you fight back and win the compensation you deserve
  • You’ve worked hard your whole life
  • You’ve earned this

Practice Areas Explained

Loyd J. Bourgeois's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Loyd J. Bourgeois 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.

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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 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 Loyd J. Bourgeois

Where is Loyd J. Bourgeois's law office located?
Loyd J. Bourgeois's law practice is located in Metairie, Louisiana. The firm is Loyd J Bourgeois Injury & Accident Lawyer. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Loyd J. Bourgeois handle?
Loyd J. Bourgeois focuses on personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Loyd J. Bourgeois practiced law?
Loyd J. Bourgeois has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did Loyd J. Bourgeois go to law school?
Loyd J. Bourgeois earned their education at (—, 2005).
How can I contact Loyd J. Bourgeois for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Loyd J. Bourgeois received?
Loyd J. Bourgeois's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Admiralty and Maritime Law; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance.

Education

Tulane University
- 2005

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Admiralty and Maritime Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top 100 Personal Injury Attorneys
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — ,
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Lawyer Monthly
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — , 2026
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Favorite Attorney
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — NOLA Family Favorites
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — - 2025
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top Winner Best Personal Injury,
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — New Orleans CityBusiness Reader Rankings, 2025
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top Lawyers in New Orleans
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — New Orleans Magazine, 2025
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top Winner Best Litigation,
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Rated
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Justia 10.0 Rating
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Avvo 10.0 Rating
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Best Personal Injury Attorneys in Metairie
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Expertise
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — - 2026, 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — New Orleans CityBusiness Leadership in Law honoree
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — – 2024
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — - 2024
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Best Personal Injury Attorneys in New Orleans,
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — - 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Power List: Personal Injury Attorneys
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — New Orleans CityBusiness
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 2005

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