Elwood F. Cahill Jr.

Elwood F. Cahill Jr. is a real estate lawyer and firm member at Sher Garner Cahill Richter Klein & Hilbert, L.L.C., focused on commercial property, business, finance, and creditor matters. He advises clients on real estate transactions, commercial financing, workouts, foreclosures, bankruptcy, and other complex business arrangements. His practice includes regular work with political entities, administrative boards, and government agencies at local, parish, and state levels. He also serves as a licensed Louisiana title insurance agent, helping clients address title concerns within significant property transactions throughout Louisiana and beyond.

Mr. Cahill earned a B.S. in Accounting from the University of New Orleans in 1977, where he appeared on the Dean’s List. He received his J.D. from Loyola University New Orleans School of Law in 1980. During law school, he served as a case note editor for the Loyola Law Review. He joined the Louisiana bar in 1980 and holds admission before several federal district courts and the US Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit. His education spans accounting and law.

Mr. Cahill has professional recognition that reflects experience in real estate, finance, and commercial law. Best Lawyers has recognized him since 2010 and named him Lawyer of the Year for 2021 and 2022. Louisiana Super Lawyers selected him from 2007 through 2025, including repeated Top 10 and Top 50 honors. Chambers USA has ranked him for real estate work across many years. Lawdragon included him among its 500 leading global real estate lawyers for 2025 and 2026. These honors reflect sustained professional standing.

Elwood F. Cahill Jr. has contributed significantly to legal education, professional leadership, and community service. He taught business organizations and real estate skills at Loyola Law School and frequently speaks at professional programs. His leadership has included serving as president of the Louisiana Bar Foundation and on the New Orleans Bar Association board. He remains involved with prominent real estate, bankruptcy, business, and civic organizations. His practical judgment effectively supports clients facing demanding transactions, financial challenges, and complex regulatory concerns.

Law Office Affiliations

• Member, Sher Garner Cahill Richter Klein & Hilbert, L.L.C.
• Member, American Bar Association, Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section
• Member, American College of Real Estate Lawyers
• Member, American Bar Foundation
• Fellow, Young Lawyer Division of American Bar Association
• Board of Directors, Louisiana Bar Foundation
• Board of Directors, New Orleans Bar Association

Licensed State

• Louisiana

Education

• Loyola University New Orleans School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of New Orleans
  Bachelor of Science (BS)