Atty. Pete Lewis

Atty. Pete Lewis

Pete Lewis is a lawyer practicing admiralty law, negligence law, medical malpractice law and 5 other areas of law. Pete received a B.A. degree from Louisiana State University in 1975, and has been licensed for 49 years.

New Orleans New Orleans 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About Pete Lewis at a glance

Pete Lewis is a Member based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Lewis & Caplan A Professional Law Corporation. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, real estate, zoning, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1977). Educated at Louisiana State University School of Law (J.D., 1977) and Louisiana State University (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association. Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Pete Lewis is a lawyer practicing admiralty law, negligence law, medical malpractice law and 5 other areas of law
  • Pete received a B.A. degree from Louisiana State University in 1975, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Pete practices at Lewis & Caplan A Professional Law Corporation in New Orleans, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Pete Lewis's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Pete Lewis 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.

Pete Lewis 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.

Pete Lewis is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Louisiana →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Pete Lewis is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Louisiana →

Land Use & Zoning

Pete Lewis is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Louisiana →

Product Liability

Pete Lewis is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability 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 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 Pete Lewis

Where is Pete Lewis's law office located?
Pete Lewis's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is Lewis & Caplan A Professional Law Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Pete Lewis handle?
Pete Lewis focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, real estate, zoning, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Pete Lewis practiced law?
Pete Lewis has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Pete Lewis go to law school?
Pete Lewis earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Pete Lewis for a consultation?
You can contact Pete Lewis 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 Pete Lewis received?
Pete Lewis's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University School of Law
- 1977
B.A.
Louisiana State University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1977

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