Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith

National Take Your Dog to Work Day means more in Galloway's Lafayette office. Associate Hayden Presley and his guide dog Sawyer make a dynamic duo who continually push boundaries and break barriers. Sawyer assists Hayden in navigating daily tasks so Hayden can consistently step up on behalf of his clients. We're proud to have Hayden, Sawyer, and all our furry office companions on our team! #TakeYourDogToWork #NationalTakeYourDogToWorkDay #ServiceDogs #OfficeDogs #MansBestFriend #VisuallyImpaired #LouisianaLawyer #GalloWAY

Earlier this week, all Galloway directors gathered for professional development, either virtually or in our New Orleans headquarters. Following the daylong meeting, those in-person caught up at happy hour. Galloway attorneys lead in the legal profession and in our communities as champions for each other, our team, and our clients. We're proud of our diversity in leadership and the positive contributions we're making across the Gulf South and Midwest. #ProfessionalDevelopment #GulfSouth #Midwest #GalloWAY #WayAbove #WayBeyond

Galloway is growing its results-driven representation in the #FortLauderdale, #Florida, office with two associates joining the dedicated team of attorneys. We are thrilled to welcome them, and we look forward to the many ways they will go way above and way beyond for our clients and the #SouthFlorida community. Thriving under pressure, Kristi DeSoiza holds a tremendous level of respect towards her role of advocate for her clients. She actively works to deliver the best possible outcomes, knowing that each client’s objectives are unique and specific. With years of experience as an insurance defense attorney litigating complex claims and multi-party construction cases, Kristi focuses her practice on insurance, #construction, #entertainment, and #trucking & #transportation law. Joshua Waldman brings the utmost dedication, positivity, and superior communication skills to his partnerships with clients. Diligent and passionate about representation and advocacy, he is focused and attentive to his client’s needs and business objectives. Josh's clients find an insurance defense attorney with an open door to ask questions, raise issues, or address concerns about all types of personal injury matters in addition to first- and third-party property #insurance #claims. Welcome to the team, Kristi and Josh! #GallowayJohnsonTompkinsBurrSmith #LegalExcellence #WayAbove #WayBeyond

Here's what you may need to know about the latest update in employment law . . . In April, a new #FTC rule sought to ban most existing #noncompete agreements. Now, a federal district court in Texas has granted a limited preliminary injunction staying enforcement of the FTC's rule as additional lawsuits challenge enforcement of the new rule. Connect with Galloway employment lawyers Doris Bobadilla and Wendell Hall to learn more. For the full employment alert update, visit our website.

Exemplifying teamwork and dedication, the Galloway team in #Jacksonville, #Florida, secured a remarkable trial win in an auto accident transportation case in a challenging and unpredictable venue. Led by Director Autumn George, the entire team contributed to the positive outcome for our clients, who praised our team’s unwavering commitment to their case and business objectives.   Before the trial, the Plaintiff sought $15 million in damages. Tampa Director Sarah Baggett joined the team just a couple of weeks prior to trial, showcasing her exceptional dedication and support. Additionally, just days before the trial began, the team received over 4,000 pages of Social Security records revealing an extensive history of complaints in the same areas the Plaintiff claimed were injured in the accident, which was pivotal since liability had been admitted.   Autumn, Sarah, and Paralegal Kassy Branch meticulously reviewed the evidence, with Legal Assistant Cynthia Herrington dedicating hours at the Social Security office to retrieve crucial audio files from multiple hearings. Demonstrating Galloway’s commitment to going above and beyond, the Jacksonville team collaborated with Chief Technology Officer Barbara Noble to convert the antiquated government files into a usable audio format in time for cross-examination.   Autumn and her team pivoted their strategy and trial theme in real time based on the new Social Security evidence. Their resilience and determination were particularly evident during their compelling closing arguments, where the crucial Social Security audio served as the final key to victory.   The jury awarded the Plaintiff only $85,000, less than his medical bills, declined to award any damages for future care, and found that the Plaintiff did not suffer a permanent injury, resulting in no pain and suffering damages. Our clients deeply appreciated Galloway’s dedication, energy, and effort in producing this positive outcome. In Jacksonville, our team achieved another incredible victory while championing our clients and protecting their business.   We are proud of the entire team’s effort and dedication, proving once again that Galloway stands as a pillar of excellence and commitment to our clients’ success. #Transportation #TrialWin #FloridaLawyer #LegalExcellence #GallowayJohnsonTompkinsBurrSmith

When Friday rolls around, many of our offices take the opportunity to celebrate the successes of the previous week with a team happy hour. Last week in #Lafayette, our attorneys enjoyed time together with our summer law clerks and team members joining our firm later this summer. Here's to another great week at Galloway and in the legal profession! #OfficeHappyHour #Teamwork #TeamBuilding #GallowayJohnsonTompkinsBurrSmith

Sara Morton and I enjoyed representing Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith at the ACC Houston Business Development Professional Luncheon recently. We had a fantastic time connecting with our professional colleagues and hearing about maximizing business opprotinities within the corporate landscape. Looking forward to the next ACC Houston event!

As the Gulf Coast is in the midst of hurricane season, our attorneys are committed to delivering results for our clients in matters of insurance defense and coverage, even for past named storms. Associate Sam Fuller recently scored a victory in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Louisiana with the dismissal of a Plaintiff's hurricanes Laura and Delta claims. On the eve of trial, his motion practice successfully convinced the judge to dismiss the case, securing another positive outcome for both Galloway and our clients. #HurricaneClaims #Insurance #Litigation #LouisianaLawyer #GallowayJohnsonTompkinsBurrSmith #LegalExcellence

Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith is thrilled to recognize our directors celebrating anniversaries with our firm this summer. These attorneys are a strong representation of what our firm offers - years of expertise, proven results, dedication, and legal excellence inside and outside the courtroom. A highly respected trial lawyer in our #NewOrleans office, Rick Duplantier is celebrating his 34th anniversary. Rick thoroughly understands his clients' business and corporate priorities with extensive experience in litigation and transactional matters. He is a prominent leader in the legal and civic communities, currently serving as a Commissioner of the Southeast Louisiana Flood Authority-East. Celebrating his 21st anniversary is Frederick W. (Billy) Swaim III. Practicing in his hometown of New Orleans and recognized for his expertise in maritime law, Billy has presented nationally and internationally while also teaching classes as an adjunct professor at Loyola University New Orleans and Tulane University. The Managing Director of our #StLouis office, Stephen J. Moore is marking his 18th year with our firm. Starting our St. Louis office after relocating there with his family following Hurricane Katrina, Stephen loves the art of trying a case and is passionate about collaborating on the process of assembling a case. Jason E. Wilson celebrated his 14th anniversary in our #Lafayette office. Focused on doing things the right way, Jason provides careful analysis and practical solutions when advising his clients. He maintains an AV Preeminent peer rating from Martindale-Hubbell and has successfully litigated at all levels of state and federal courts in Louisiana. Marking his 12th year is Trip McCormick, who diligently protects his clients' legal interests from our New Orleans office. A former high school English teacher and writer, Trip focuses his practice on commercial litigation, particularly in the areas of construction and energy. Ryan O'Connor has gone above and beyond in New Orleans for the past nine years. His uncompromising attention to detail fuels his desire to understand all facets of a case so that his clients can be well informed throughout the legal process. In #Houston, Andy Krone is celebrating his sixth year at Galloway. Prior to his legal career, Andy was a professional in the banking and finance industry, experience which allows him to assess case details quickly and provides a deep understanding of how a claim will affect his client's business. A leader in our #FortLauderdale office, Paula Campione is marking her sixth year with our firm. Working best under pressure, Paula defuses challenging situations with sensibility and humility, taking pride in providing thorough evaluations and aggressive advocacy. Please join us in congratulating our attorneys on their milestones! #Litigation #Maritime #Insurance #Construction #Transportation #Finance #GallowayJohnsonTompkinsBurrSmith

Across the Gulf South and Midwest, bar candidates are diligently preparing for the upcoming bar examinations. As the culmination of law school and a necessity to begin a legal practice, the bar exam represents a pivotal moment for prospective attorneys. Galloway's experienced attorneys, with years of expertise and positive outcomes in the boardroom and courtroom, were asked what kept them up at night, what strategies they employed to conquer those fears, and what advice they would give to those taking the bar exam this month. Directors Matthew Williams, Jose Barro, III, McKenzie Brown, Anna Pearl Kirkpatrick, and Jennifer Woulfe share their insights, advice, and guidance on our website. Click through to see a snapshot, and head to our website to read more! #JulyBarExam #BarExam #TakingTheBar #MississippiLawyer #LouisianaLawyer #TexasLawyer #FloridaLawyer #MissouriLawyer #GallowayJohnsonTompkinsBurrSmith