Atty. Susan R Laporte

Atty. Susan R Laporte

Susan R Laporte is a lawyer practicing environmental litigation, toxic tort defense, environmental regulation and 5 other areas of law. Susan received a B.A. degree from H.

New Orleans New Orleans 37 Years Experience 37 year
Call (504) 514-0185

Profile Summary

About Susan R Laporte at a glance

Susan R Laporte is an Attorney based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Kuchler Polk Weiner, LLC. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, litigation, environmental, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Louisiana U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit U.S. Supreme Court (1989) and U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of Louisiana (1989). Educated at Loyola University School of Law (J.D., 1989) and H. Sophie Newcomb Memorial College (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New Orleans, Louisiana State and American Bar Associations Defense Research Institute Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel. Serves clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Susan R Laporte is a lawyer practicing environmental litigation, toxic tort defense, environmental regulation and 5 other areas of law
  • Susan received a B.A. degree from H. Sophie Newcomb Memorial College in 1976, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Susan practices at Kuchler Polk Weiner, LLC in New Orleans, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Susan R Laporte's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Susan R Laporte 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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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Susan R Laporte is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Louisiana →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Susan R Laporte is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Louisiana →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Susan R Laporte is one of 50,776 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Louisiana →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Susan R Laporte

Where is Susan R Laporte's law office located?
Susan R Laporte's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is Kuchler Polk Weiner, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Susan R Laporte handle?
Susan R Laporte focuses on personal injury, employment, litigation, environmental, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Susan R Laporte practiced law?
Susan R Laporte has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Susan R Laporte go to law school?
Susan R Laporte earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact Susan R Laporte for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Susan R Laporte received?
Susan R Laporte's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Loyola University School of Law
- 1989
B.A.
H. Sophie Newcomb Memorial College
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of Louisiana
Admitted: 1989

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