Atty. Thomas Kent Ledyard Morrison

Atty. Thomas Kent Ledyard Morrison

Thomas Kent Ledyard Morrison is a lawyer practicing admiralty, marine insurance coverage. Thomas received a B.S. degree from University of Georgia in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years.

New Orleans New Orleans 28 yrs experience 28 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas Kent Ledyard Morrison at a glance

Thomas Kent Ledyard Morrison is a Partner based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Phelps Dunbar LLP. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on insurance and maritime. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1998). Educated at Tulane University (J.D., 1998) and University of Georgia (B.S., 1995). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Louisiana State Bar Association Southeastern Admiralty Law Institute Maritime Law Association. Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas Kent Ledyard Morrison is a lawyer practicing admiralty, marine insurance coverage
  • Thomas received a B.S. degree from University of Georgia in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Thomas practices at Phelps Dunbar LLP in New Orleans, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Kent Ledyard Morrison's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Kent Ledyard Morrison handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

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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 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 Thomas Kent Ledyard Morrison

Where is Thomas Kent Ledyard Morrison's law office located?
Thomas Kent Ledyard Morrison's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is Phelps Dunbar LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Kent Ledyard Morrison handle?
Thomas Kent Ledyard Morrison focuses on insurance, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Thomas Kent Ledyard Morrison practiced law?
Thomas Kent Ledyard Morrison has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Thomas Kent Ledyard Morrison go to law school?
Thomas Kent Ledyard Morrison earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.S., 1995).
How can I contact Thomas Kent Ledyard Morrison for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas Kent Ledyard Morrison received?
Thomas Kent Ledyard Morrison's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Tulane University
- 1998
B.S.
University of Georgia
- 1995

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1998

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