Atty. Todd Alan Townsley

Atty. Todd Alan Townsley

Todd Alan Townsley is a distinguished trial attorney at the Townsley Law Firm in Lake Charles, Louisiana, with a career spanning over three decades. Graduating summa cum laude from Indiana University with a B.A. in History and Political Science, Todd went on to earn his J.D. cum laude from Harvard Law School, where he served as an editor on the Harvard Law Journal of Law and Public Policy.

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Profile Summary

About Todd Alan Townsley at a glance

Todd Alan Townsley is a Partner based in Lake Charles, Louisiana, practicing at Townsley Law Firm. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, workers comp, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1991) and U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana (1991). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1991) and Indiana University (B.A. History, 1988). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Lake Charles, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Todd Alan Townsley is a distinguished trial attorney at the Townsley Law Firm in Lake Charles, Louisiana, with a career spanning over three decades
  • Graduating summa cum laude from Indiana University with a B.A. in History and Political Science, Todd went on to earn his J.D. cum laude from Harvard Law School, where he served as an editor on the Harvard Law Journal of Law and Public Policy
  • Since 1991, he has dedicated his practice to representing injured individuals and families across Louisiana, achieving some of the largest verdicts and settlements in the state’s parishes
  • His experience includes numerous million- and multi-million-dollar cases, covering claims such as medical malpractice, auto accidents, product and premises liability, and significant workplace injuries
  • Todd is recognized for his unique courtroom skills and has been named to Super Lawyers, ABOTA, and the Top 100 Lawyers of ASLA
  • He holds an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell and is active in several professional associations, including the Louisiana Bar Association and the American Board of Trial Attorneys
  • Todd’s results and reputation reflect his unwavering commitment to justice and client advocacy

Practice Areas Explained

Todd Alan Townsley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Todd Alan Townsley handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Todd Alan Townsley is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Louisiana →

Product Liability

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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 Lake Charles 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 Todd Alan Townsley

Where is Todd Alan Townsley's law office located?
Todd Alan Townsley's law practice is located in Lake Charles, Louisiana. The firm is Townsley Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Todd Alan Townsley handle?
Todd Alan Townsley focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, workers comp, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Todd Alan Townsley practiced law?
Todd Alan Townsley has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Todd Alan Townsley go to law school?
Todd Alan Townsley earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A. History, 1988).
How can I contact Todd Alan Townsley for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Todd Alan Townsley received?
Todd Alan Townsley's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1991
B.A. History
Indiana University
- 1988

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana
Admitted: 1991

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