Fussell & Colligan Law - Lafayette, LA

Relationship-Driven Personal Injury and Civil Litigation in Lafayette

When you are dealing with the physical, emotional, and financial aftermath of a serious accident, you need legal representation that is personal, accessible, and grounded in trust. Located on West Pinhook Road in Lafayette, Louisiana, Fussell & Colligan Law was established on the belief that client relationships should always come before mass marketing. Founded by accomplished trial attorneys J. Michael Fussell, Jr. and Lucas S. Colligan, the firm combines decades of combined elite litigation experience with a compassionate, client-first approach to help Acadiana families rebuild their lives.

The legal team focuses on representing victims of serious harm and fighting tirelessly to secure the maximum compensation they deserve. Whether you need to hire a personal injury lawyer after a devastating highway crash or seek strategic counsel for a complex commercial dispute, the firm is prepared to guide you through every stage of your claim. Offering one hundred percent free consultations and working on a contingency-fee basis, they ensure that you face zero out-of-pocket costs and pay absolutely no fees unless they win your case.

Strategic Advocacy for Car, Truck, and Motorcycle Accidents

A major motor vehicle crash can result in life-altering injuries, astronomical medical bills, and complete financial strain. As premier Lafayette car accident lawyers and truck accident lawyers, the partners at Fussell & Colligan Law understand how insurance companies evaluate claims and use that specialized knowledge to advocate effectively for their clients. Commercial truck collisions are particularly complex, requiring immediate and thorough investigation of black box data, maintenance logs, and federal compliance records to hold corporate carriers accountable.

The firm also serves as dedicated motorcycle accident lawyers, protecting vulnerable riders who have been harmed due to negligent or distracted drivers. From the moment you contact the office, the attorneys take over all communication with insurance adjusters and opposing counsel, protecting you from making critical errors or admitting fault so you can focus entirely on your physical recovery.

Elite Maritime, Offshore, and Industrial Injury Representation

Southern Louisiana's economy is deeply rooted in the maritime, oil, and gas sectors, but these heavy industries carry extreme safety hazards. If you have been injured on an offshore platform, drilling rig, or transport vessel, finding an attorney with a deep understanding of maritime and transportation law is critical. Lucas Colligan has successfully represented clients in complex maritime injury litigation, including Jones Act claims, Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act filings, and catastrophic injuries resulting from oil well blowouts.

The firm possesses the extensive resources and analytical trial skills needed to take on major industrial corporations and energy giants. By meticulously analyzing safety procedures and liability factors, the legal team ensures that injured maritime workers and harbor employees receive the full compensation, maintenance, and cure they are legally entitled to under federal maritime law.

Trusted Advisors with Deep Roots in Acadiana

Both founding partners are proud graduates of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette who went on to earn their law degrees at prestigious Louisiana law schools. Mike Fussell, who holds an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell and has been recognized by Best Lawyers in America and Super Lawyers, also serves as an Assistant City-Parish Attorney for Lafayette. Lucas Colligan serves as a municipal court judge for Church Point and Duson, working closely with local leaders. When you choose Fussell & Colligan Law, you are partnering with respected, hometown professionals who are deeply committed to investing in Acadiana's next generation of leaders.