Justin Warner

Justin Warner is a trial lawyer with a focus on high-risk personal injury litigation involving maritime, offshore, and industrial accidents. He represents individuals harmed in trucking crashes, oilfield incidents, and catastrophic workplace explosions. His practice centers on complex cases requiring detailed investigation, expert coordination, and trial readiness. Warner applies his defense-side experience to anticipate opposing strategies and pursue full compensation for clients facing serious injuries and long-term financial loss claims.

Warner earned his B.A. from Northwestern State University, where he completed undergraduate studies before pursuing law. He later obtained his J.D. from Loyola University New Orleans College of Law. During law school, he contributed to the Maritime Law Journal and served as managing editor. His academic training emphasized maritime law, legal writing, and analytical skills essential for handling complex personal injury and transportation litigation matters in demanding trial settings.

Before joining Zehl & Associates Injury & Accident Lawyers, Warner spent six years practicing in the maritime defense sector at a leading Louisiana firm. He represented vessel owners, maritime employers, and insurers in Jones Act claims and limitation actions. His experience includes platform fires, offshore explosions, and vessel collision litigation. This background allows him to build plaintiff cases with insight into liability defenses, regulatory standards, and industry operations across complex federal maritime jurisdictions.

Justin Warner is dedicated to helping injured workers and families seek justice after life-altering accidents. He prepares every case for trial while pursuing fair resolutions through negotiation when appropriate. Clients benefit from his strategic approach, clear communication, and disciplined advocacy. By combining maritime knowledge with personal injury trial skills, Warner works to secure recoveries that support medical care, financial stability, and long-term recovery for clients facing complex catastrophic injury claims.

Law Office Affiliations

• Trial Lawyer, Zehl & Associates, PC
• Member, Louisiana State Bar Association
• Member, New Orleans Bar Association
• Member, Federal Bar Association
• Member, Southeastern Admiralty Bar Institute
• Member, Maritime Law Association of the United States

Licensed State

• Texas
• Louisiana

Education

• Loyola University New Orleans College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Northwestern State University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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