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Not all lawyers enjoy practice.. To stand in a courtroom and argue to a judge or a jury makes many nervous.. Kara Samuels is unique in that regard. She loves to practice and knows that each of her clients has a unique story to tell.. Though originally from St. Louis, she fell in love with New Orleans when attending Loyola University. Majoring in Drama and Speech, she learned the art of storytelling and effective communication . This is probably best evidenced by the firm’s track record before the courts of appeal. In fact, Kara was recently given an award by the Louisiana Association for Justice for having won 4 cases before the Louisiana Supreme Court in one year.. She earned her law degree from Loyola University, graduating as a William L. Crowe, Sr. Scholar and as a Law Review student. Her passion for helping individual people seek  justice led her to pursue personal injury law as a trial lawyer.. The complexity of the cases that the firm handles involving medical, injury, and products liability is a challenge that Kara  finds rewarding. It has driven her to build her  own firm and establish a strong professional reputation , while maintaining the balance required of a working mother.. Kara believes that an important ruling is lost before the trial court, it must be appealed.  Appellate work is laborious and takes a tremendous amount of skill.  The firm’s strong track record before both the trial courts and the courts of appeal has resulted in referrals from members of the bench and bar.. As a member of the New Orleans Bar Association, the Jefferson Bar Association, the Louisiana State Bar Association, the Federal Bar Association, the American Bar Association, the American Association for Justice, and the Louisiana Association for Justice (LAJ), Kara has  a fierce devotion to her cases and a diligent work ethic that leaves no stone unturned.

ATTACHMENT “A”. I have been an exemplary member of the legal community for almost 30 years:. Education and Legal Experience. I have practiced law for almost 30 years in the areas of environmental and commercial litigation. I was a director of the Litigation Section at the law firm McGlinchey Stafford, PLC, before becoming the founding and managing partner at the AV-rated firm of Rodney, Bordenave, Boykin, Bennette & Boyle, which became one of the most diverse  law firms in the United States.  I currently practice with the law firm of Rodney & Etter, LLC, which focuses on state and federal civil rights litigation, toxic tort class actions, businesd matters, and intellectual property.. Involvement in the Legal Community. Throughout my legal career, I have exhibited a commitment to pro bono work, civil rights, issues of public health and justice, and the legal community in general.  My pro bono practice has focused on voting rights and community injustice. I have also been actively involved with a number of bar associations and committees throughout my legal career. I have represented individuals and Fortune 500 corporations.. My commitment to the legal profession has also earned me a number of honors and awards for my work, including:. Coalition for Leadership and Development “Trailblazer of the Year” Award. Greater New Orleans Louis A. Martinet Legal Society, Inc.’s Louis A. Martinet Award. National Bar Association’s Presidential Award (3 times). UNCF Award for Recognition for Excellence and Achievement in the Legal Profession. National Bar Association’s Presidential Award for “Outstanding Contribution to the Association” (1991). National Bar Association’s President’s Compass Award (1990). A.P. Tureaud Award for “Outstanding Service to the Legal Profession” (1989). Louisiana State Bar Association Pro Bono Award (1988). Civic and Volunteer Activities. Besides my activism and commitment within the legal community, I have also been extensively involved in my community through numerous civic and volunteer activities, including:. Board Member, Jackson State University Development Foundation Board of Directors. Honorary Consul for Suriname. Member, Regional Chamber Board of Directors, New Orleans Regional Chamber of Commerce. Chair, Downtown Development District. Member, Board of Directors of the World Trade Center. Board Member, Committee for a Better New Orleans. Board of Directors of the Arts Council of New Orleans. Member, United States Jazz Commission. Member, Board of Directors of the Louisiana State Museum Foundation. Board Member, Bureau of Governmental Research. Commissioner, Board of Commissioners of the Orleans Levee District. Board Member, Metropolitan Area Commission. Board Member, Audubon Park Commission Legal Committee. Vice Chairman, New Orleans Aquarium of the Americas

Experienced Litigation attorney serving clients in New Orleans and surrounding areas.

Experienced Litigation attorney serving clients in New Orleans and surrounding areas.