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Jeffrey P. Berniard

Jeffrey P. Berniard

Berniard Law Firm
  • Antitrust Law, Insurance Claims, Legal Malpractice ...
  • Louisiana
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Biography

Jeffrey P. Berniard received his Bachelor of Science degree in Finance at McNeese State University, in Lake Charles, Louisiana in 2001 and received his Juris Doctorate degree at Loyola University New Orleans School of Law in 2004. Jeffrey opted to study in the state of Louisiana, his home, in order to stay close and stay connected to the state he loves and the state he grew up in.

Immediately following his graduation, Jeffrey Berniard was admitted to practice law in the state of Louisiana, including being able to practice in the Eastern, Western, and Middle Districts of Louisianaís U.S. District Courts. Jeffrey Berniard is also admitted to practice in the 5th Circuit in the U.S. Court of Appeals. Being admitted to practice in the various courts within the state of Louisiana allows Jeffrey Berniard to represent all Louisianans, whether they be from a small or large area of the state. Jeffrey Berniard has proven time and again that he will fight for justice for all Louisianans.

On top of the many different jurisdictions that Jeffrey Berniard practices in, since 2004, Jeffrey has been a member of the Louisiana Association for Justice and the American Association for Justice since 2004. These organizations work to promote an effective justice system for the workplace and fairness in the courts for the aggrieved and injured. As a specialist in representing the needs of Louisianans, Jeffrey Berniard has devoted 100% of his practice to Litigation.

In order to meet the needs of every Louisianan, Jeffrey Berniard speaks English, French, and Spanish, to communicate with all of his clients in their preferred language.

Practice Areas
Antitrust Law
Insurance Claims
Bad Faith Insurance, Business Insurance, Disability Insurance, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Motor Vehicle Insurance, Property Insurance
Legal Malpractice
Maritime Law
Medical Malpractice
Birth Injury, Medical Misdiagnosis, Pharmacy Errors, Surgical Errors
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Asbestos & Mesothelioma
Additional Practice Areas
  • BP Oil Spill Claims Lawyer
  • Car Accidents
  • Insurance Bad Faith
Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Contingent Fees
    NO FEES OR COSTS IF NO RECOVERY. CAN'T TRAVEL? WE'LL COME TO YOU.
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Louisiana
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5th Circuit
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Eastern, Western, and Middle Districts of Louisianaís U.S. District Courts
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Languages
  • English
  • French
  • Spanish
Professional Experience
Attorney
Berniard Law Firm
- Current
Education
Loyola University New Orleans
J.D. | Law
Honors: Civil Law Degree, Common Law Degree and International Law Certificate
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McNeese State University
B.S., Business Administration- Specialization in Finance and Management
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Honors: President’s List
Activities: Accounting Society, Member
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Awards
Rising Stars
Super Lawyers
2012, 2013, 2014, 2015
Professional Associations
Louisiana Trial Lawyers Association
Current
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American Trial Lawyers Association
Current
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New Orleans Bar Association
Current
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Louisiana State Bar
Member
- Current
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American Bar Association
Member
- Current
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American Association of Justice
Member
- Current
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Louisiana Association of Justice
Member
- Current
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Speaking Engagements
Oil Pollution Claims and Litigation, Continuing Legal Education Seminar
2010
Personal Injury 101, Continuing Legal Education Seminar
2013
Basics of Auto Accidents and Medical Experts & Medical Records, Continuing Legal Education Seminar
2013
Websites & Blogs
Website
Jeffrey P. Berniard's Website Profile
Website
Berniard Law Firm Website
Blog
Louisiana Personal Injury Lawyer Blog
Blog
Insurance Dispute Lawyer Blog
Contact & Map
Berniard Law Firm
1140 St Charles Ave
New Orleans, LA 70130
Telephone: (504) 521-6000
Fax: (504) 617-6300