TRIAL LAWYERS - absolutely necessary to both individuals and businesses alike

Each day at Dodson Hooks & Frederick is linked to the courtroom in some way, whether it be preparing for trial, attending trial, arbitrating a dispute, negotiating a pre-trial resolution or contracting to lessen the potential for future conflict - everything we do is tied to litigation. Dodson Hooks & Frederick brings a unique approach to the trial lawyer practice by partnering with individuals and businesses alike, both before and during conflict. Dodson Hooks & Frederick provides clients advice and support while companies are being formed and when deals are being consummated. Once litigation is unavoidable, we work aggressively to bring about as rapid a resolution as possible. We represent both plaintiffs and defendants and tailor our approach to fit each client's expectations.

A keen trial lawyer can not only extricate his client from trouble, but he can prevent conflict from ever arising. While we partner with businesses of all facets and act as general counsel to companies ranging from manufacturers to mortgage brokers, unions and contractors, our focus is always on the courtroom. Whether we are negotiating to avoid a potential legal battle or representing a client in litigation, we are conscious and protective of the costs associated with every case.

COMMITMENT and LEVEL OF SERVICE

Success is measured by favorable results or the attainment of desired outcomes. At Dodson Hooks & Frederick, our results speak for themselves. We are world leaders in the areas of international admiralty law, pioneers in the enforcement of Louisiana’s environmental policy and remain active in teaching, lecturing and legal writing. The firm is extremely selective in the cases it chooses to prosecute and dedicates considerable time, effort and financial resources to each client. At Dodson Hooks & Frederick, clients meet with and communicate directly with the principal partners of the firm - Jerry, Kenny and Brent. Interpersonal relationships between client and attorney is a key foundation of the Firm.

OUR CLIENT BASE IS WORLD-WIDE

When necessary, the firm establishes satellite offices out-of-state or abroad to serve a particular client's need. The firm has represented individuals, companies, unions and conglomerates from over - - nations, including the United States, Russia, China, Japan, Phillipines, Poland, India, Chile, Ukraine and others. Dodson Hooks & Frederick also has extensive experience in the insurance industry representing clients ranging from major insurance companies to third party administrators and managing general agents.

Industries involved in the firm's practice include: Admiralty Construction Environment Government Insurance Medical Malpractice and Devices Motor Vehicles Pharmaceuticals Transportation

Our areas of practice include: Administrative Appellate Alternate Dispute Resolution Commercial Environmental International Insurance Maritime Mass Tort / Toxic Tort Products Liability

We remain selective with our client base, seeking to maintain a high quality work product, accessibility and flexibleness to make rapid decisions. Our business is to avoid and resolve conflicts in and away from the courtroom. We engage in arbitration and/or mediation when appropriate and proceed to trial when necessary. In addition to being experienced litigators, our attorneys have served as arbitrators, mediators and professors of law.

EXPERIENCE, MOBILIZATION and RESULTS

Our experience, success and willingness to "think outside the box" allows clients to choose from more nontraditional fee arrangements. We work on a contingency basis, by the hour or a combination of both. The nature of our practice allows us to mobilize and execute a particular strategy rapidly. Whether that means a last minute deposition or a trip out of the country, our dedication is the same.

The firm's efforts in the maritime industry have received national acclaim with several cases having established new law which continues to govern seamen's rights today. We offer experienced trial lawyers with a dedication to providing clients swift resolution.