Atty. Patrick W Gray
Patrick W Gray is a lawyer practicing business litigation, energy and natural resources law, energy litigation and 2 other areas of law. Patrick received a B.A. degree from Tulane University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years.
Business Litigation & More Attorney · Serving New Orleans, LA · 48+ Years Experience
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About Patrick W Gray at a Glance
Patrick W Gray is a Member based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Johnson Gray McNamara, LLC. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on business, ip, litigation, environmental, and energy. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1978). Educated at Louisiana State University (J.D. Order, 1978) and Tulane University (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick W Gray
- Patrick W Gray is a lawyer practicing business litigation, energy and natural resources law, energy litigation and 2 other areas of law
- Patrick received a B.A. degree from Tulane University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
- Patrick practices at Johnson Gray McNamara, LLC in New Orleans, LA and 1 other location
Practice Areas Explained
Patrick W Gray's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick W Gray handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New Orleans.
Business & Corporate Law in New Orleans
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Intellectual Property in New Orleans
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Patrick W Gray is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Louisiana →
Civil Litigation in New Orleans
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Patrick W Gray is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Louisiana →
Environmental Law in New Orleans
Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.
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Energy & Utilities Law in New Orleans
Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in New Orleans
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 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.
New Orleans Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New Orleans-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New Orleans Choose Patrick W Gray
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Patrick W Gray's practice in the field of business, ip, litigation, environmental, and energy.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Patrick W Gray brings 48+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, ip, and litigation, Patrick W Gray can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New Orleans
A New Orleans-based practice means Patrick W Gray attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Patrick W Gray Handles in New Orleans
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Patrick W Gray has experience with under Louisiana law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Patrick W Gray directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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