Atty. Wade Barry Hammett

Atty. Wade Barry Hammett

Wade B. Hammett is an associate with the firm practicing in the Mass Tort and Class Actions and Energy & Environmental Practice Areas.

New Orleans New Orleans 19 yrs experience 19 year
Call (504) 533-4513 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Wade Barry Hammett at a glance

Wade Barry Hammett is an Of Counsel based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Pusateri Johnston Guillot & Greenbaum. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on class action, product liability, litigation, maritime, and energy. Admitted to practice in Louisiana United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth District United States District Courts for th (2007). Educated at University of Southern California (B.A., 1994) and Loyola University School of Law J.D. magna cum laude Loyola University School of Law J.D. 2007 Crow Scholar Loyola University School of Law J.D. Loyola Law Review (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS & MEMBERSHIPS Louisiana State Bar Association New Orleans Bar Association. Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Wade B. Hammett is an associate with the firm practicing in the Mass Tort and Class Actions and Energy & Environmental Practice Areas
  • He has considerable experience in areas of insurance Litigation, energy and environmental law, and commercial litigation
  • Mr. Hammett has handled cases involving oil and gas related disputes, property restoration, commercial lease disputes, and a wide range of insurance disputes
  • He has also defended claims for benefits under life, disability, and accidental death insurance policies
  • A magna cum laude graduate of the Loyola University College of Law, Mr. Hammett served as the Casenote and Comment Editor for the Loyola Law Review
  • Mr. Hammett graduated cum laude from the University of Southern California before attending law school
  • Mr. Hammett has obtained bar and court admissions in Louisiana, the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth District, and the United States District Courts for the Eastern, Middle, and Western Districts of Louisiana
  • AWARDS & HONORS: Martindale-Hubbell AV Rating

Practice Areas Explained

Wade Barry Hammett's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Wade Barry Hammett handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Class Action

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Maritime & Admiralty Law

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Energy & Utilities Law

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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 Wade Barry Hammett

Where is Wade Barry Hammett's law office located?
Wade Barry Hammett's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is Pusateri Johnston Guillot & Greenbaum. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Wade Barry Hammett handle?
Wade Barry Hammett focuses on class action, product liability, litigation, maritime, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Wade Barry Hammett practiced law?
Wade Barry Hammett has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did Wade Barry Hammett go to law school?
Wade Barry Hammett earned their education at (B.A., 1994); (—).
How can I contact Wade Barry Hammett for a consultation?
You can contact Wade Barry Hammett 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 Wade Barry Hammett received?
Wade Barry Hammett's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

B.A.
University of Southern California
- 1994
Loyola University School of Law J.D. magna cum laude Loyola University School of Law J.D. 2007 Crow Scholar Loyola University School of Law J.D. Loyola Law Review
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth District United States District Courts for th
Admitted: 2007

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