Atty. Steve Herman
Steve Herman is a lawyer practicing products liability, class actions, complex litigation and 2 other areas of law. Steve received a B.A. degree from Dartmouth College in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years.
Class Actions & More Attorney · Serving New Orleans, LA · 32+ Years Experience
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About Steve Herman at a Glance
Steve Herman is a Partner based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Herman Herman & Katz, L.L.C.. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, class action, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1994), U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of Louisiana and U.S. Court of Appeals, F (1995), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (2004), and U.S. Supreme Court (2007). Educated at Tulane University of Louisiana (J.D., 1994) and Dartmouth College (B.A., 1991). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Steve Herman
- Steve Herman is a lawyer practicing products liability, class actions, complex litigation and 2 other areas of law
- Steve received a B.A. degree from Dartmouth College in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years
- Steve practices at Herman Herman & Katz, L.L.C. in New Orleans, LA
Practice Areas Explained
Steve Herman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steve Herman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New Orleans.
Personal Injury in New Orleans
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.
Steve Herman is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Louisiana →
Employment Law in New Orleans
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Steve Herman is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Louisiana →
Class Action in New Orleans
Steve Herman is one of 26,226 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in Louisiana →
Product Liability in New Orleans
Steve Herman is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Louisiana →
Civil Litigation in New Orleans
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Steve Herman is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Louisiana →
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 Steve Herman
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 Steve Herman's practice in the field of personal injury, employment, class action, product liability, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Steve Herman brings 32+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Louisiana, U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of Louisiana and U.S. Court of Appeals, F, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, Steve Herman can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, employment, and class action, Steve Herman 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 Steve Herman 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 Steve Herman Handles in New Orleans
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Steve Herman 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 Steve Herman directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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