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Serving as a member of Deutsch Kerrigan’s marine and energy department, I defend marine and non-marine wrongful death, personal injury and property damage claims, Jones Act claims, and other offshore and vessel related claims. I also have experience in a variety of liability and insurance coverage issues, along with transportation claims such as cargo claims and 18-wheeler accidents.. International trade, business transactions, a variety of professional, products, and premises liability issues, as well as insurance coverage issues are other areas where I spend time handling claims.

On behalf of my clients, I advocate with energy, diligence, and a carefully reasoned approach. I use my previous experience as in-house counsel to better understand each client’s particular need.

Michael Lane primarily handles construction and suretyship disputes, representing owners, developers, sureties, general contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers.  Mr. Lane’s depth of experience in construction, insurance, and commercial disputes allows him to advise and represent clients on a wide range of legal matters.  He also has considerable experience representing insurers in coverage and defense of property damage and personal injury claims.  Mr. Lane is active with the ABA Forum on Construction Law and has authored several articles on construction law topics.  He has an undergraduate degree from LSU and a JD from Tulane University.

Matt is a Senior Legal Associate at Levelset, a cloud-based software platform that puts construction industry participants in control of their financial risk and payment process through the management of the mechanics lien and bond claim process. Matt is a licensed attorney in Louisiana, and a graduate of Louisiana State University (B.S.) and Tulane University Law School (J.D.).

Mark G. Montiel, Jr. learned the art of negotiation and conflict resolution at a young age from his father, a well-renowned trial attorney and former Court of Criminal Appeals Judge. Mark’s peers and clients often describe him as straightforward, big picture oriented, and relentless, with a fabulous sense of humor.. Mark’s practice focuses primarily on litigation. Mark litigates on behalf of his clients in various matters including Construction, Labor and Employment, Business Defamation, Insurance, Worker’s Compensation, LHWCA, and Trucking and Transportation. Mark brings a unique perspective to his insurance practice, having had the opportunity to represent both insurers and claimants.. Mark takes a proactive business-oriented approach to litigation to reach a favorable result for his clients before costly and protracted litigation. Often, a proactive approach to business practices and consultation with a litigator can avoid these disputes entirely. Many businesses consult with Mark regarding contracts, policies, procedures, and insurance to ensure they enter litigation from a position of strength. Mark also assists with liens for contractors and the litigation that arises from those payment disputes.. Mark’s clients regularly remark on his availability throughout the litigation process and his ability to help his clients understand the issues and make informed choices regarding their case. Mark prides himself on his ability to respond to clients in a timely fashion and to harness technology to ensure his clients remain updated on their matters.. Mark was raised in Montgomery, Alabama, and enjoys golfing, hunting, fishing, and Alabama football. Mark lives in New Orleans with his wife Michelle, daughter Helen, and two dogs (Winnie and Ophelia).. If you are looking for an Attorney to assist you. Give Mark a call and get working on a solution.

I'm a construction lawyer defending clients in construction defect, design and professional liability, and third-party injury claims. I also handle general liability matters for local restaurants and department stores which include well-known regional restaurant chains with Louisiana locations, the nation's largest broad-line closeout retailer and one of the largest food retailers in America.

I represent my clients in all aspects of the construction industry.  My practice includes contract negotiation, protection of security interests such as Statements of Claim and Privilege and Materialman Liens and assisting clients in avoiding litigation.  When disputes cannot be resolved, I defend claims against design professionals and contractors in both State and Federal Court including issues related to errors and omission against architects and engineers and construction defects against contractors.

I engage in a diversified practice that includes the routine representation of clients in the areas of commercial transportation, casualty litigation, products liability with an emphasis on oil and gas equipment, maritime law and insurance coverage.

I defend design professionals (Land Surveyors, Architects and Engineers) against claims related to professional malpractice, licensing and contractual claims.. Prior to a legal career, I worked as a mechanical engineer for Chevron Pipeline Company, concentrating on design, procurement and project management issues on various Gulf of Mexico projects.

I defend clients in complex litigation matters covering products liability, medical malpractice, transportation, and commercial litigation and frequently select appellate cases.

I am the founding member of Dovalina Law Group, representing both businesses and individuals in a variety of legal matters. With more than a decade of litigation experience throughout the Gulf Coast and Southern United States I know what it takes to successfully advocate for you. I have represented clients in matters ranging from thousands to multi-million-dollar law suits in the areas of civil and commercial litigation including: employment law, administrative law, real estate, construction, personal injury, family law, premises liability, contract disputes, toxic tort, workers compensation, immigration, government, and insurance.. I am is licensed to practice law in Louisiana, Mississippi, and Georgia and am fluent in Spanish and Portuguese. I graduated in the top of my class from Loyola University New Orleans College of Law. After graduating from law school, I began my career working in Atlanta for a top tier international law firm, but found that I missed New Orleans too much. After returning to New Orleans I worked for both mid-sized law firms and as an Assistant City Attorney for the City of New Orleans before founding Dovalina Law Group. I have the skills and knowledge to advocate for you.

I am a passionate writer of state and federal appeal briefs with experience in alternative dispute resolution methods. I am certified by the American Arbitration Association as an arbitrator and mediator.. In my professional liability practice, I defend architects, engineers, lawyers and insurance agents against coverage disputes, malpractice, and construction claims.  I also have an active products liability practice.

I am a construction attorney devoting my practice to construction law/litigation and professional liability defense, including the representation of owners, architects, engineers, surveyors, contractors, suppliers and construction sureties. I also have extensive experience in alternative dispute resolution by serving as an arbitrator and mediator in connection with construction disputes and claims.. I currently serve as head of the firm's Construction Law Department and the firm's Managing Partner.

Dan Pancamo is counsel in the business group in the New Orleans office. He has an electric public utility regulatory practice, representing clients in matters primarily before the Louisiana Public Service Commission. Mr. Pancamo also has a business and commercial transactional practice, representing clients in: (i) commercial real estate matters, including property development, finance, leasing, and acquisitions and sales for a range of projects, including office, retail, commercial and industrial properties and hospital and healthcare facilities; (ii) construction matters, including drafting and negotiating owner-contractor agreements (including EPC agreements and design-build agreements), agreements for architectural, engineering and other professional services, and construction finance documents (including construction loan agreements) for a range of projects, including power plant construction, hospital and healthcare facility construction, and hotel and apartment complex construction; and (iii) commercial contract matters, including procurement contracts and natural gas supply and transportation agreements.

Construction projects can be complex, expensive and stressful, so I lend my knowledge to many insurance companies, corporations and self-insured companies in areas including:. While my role is primarily in construction, I also maintain a diverse practice, which includes workers' compensation litigation, redhibition, commercial litigation, general civil litigation, premises liability, unfair trade practices and products liability.