Fishman Haygood L.L.P.

Fishman Haygood L.L.P. is a boutique law firm with community roots and a national reputation for legal excellence. Founded in 1996, the firm was built to deliver sophisticated representation in high-stakes litigation and complex business matters. With more than 40 attorneys based in New Orleans and Baton Rouge, the firm is known for selective practice focus, rigorous preparation, and an entrepreneurial approach that prioritizes results. Ethical advocacy, discretion, and strategic judgment define every engagement, allowing clients to navigate risk with confidence in challenging legal environments.

Fishman Haygood L.L.P. is widely recognized for trial-ready litigation across Louisiana and beyond. Attorneys handle complex plaintiff and defense matters involving securities, international arbitration, environmental disputes, commercial litigation, tax, casualty claims, and director and officer liability. The firm has served in lead roles in landmark cases, including the Deepwater Horizon/BP Oil Spill litigation, the Hard Rock Hotel collapse litigation, the Chinese Drywall MDL, and the FTX MDL. Plaintiff-side representations have resulted in some of the largest verdicts, awards, and settlements in the region, including matters reaching into the billions of dollars. Innovative tools, such as in-house, data-driven jury testing, further reinforce a commitment to courtroom excellence.

Fishman Haygood L.L.P. also maintains a robust business practice supporting sophisticated transactions and long-term growth starategies. Attorneys advise on mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, securities, private equity, real estate, project finance, and public finance. The firm has represented prominent regional and national clients, including Sanderson Farms, H&E Equipment Services, Provident Resources Group, Stirling Properties, and Rouse’s Supermarkets. Work in the energy sector includes advising on sustainable and emerging technologies such as hydrogen, biodiesel, carbon-negative fuels, and large-scale battery projects.

Fishman Haygood L.L.P. is consistently recognized by leading legal publications for quality and professional achievement. Chambers & Partners recognized twelve litigators in 2025, with seven ranked Band One. Eighty-six percent of partners are listed in Best Lawyers in America® for 2026, reflecting a deep bench of trusted legal talent. Confidentiality, client priorities, and precision-driven counsel remain central to the firm’s enduring reputation.