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A Pillar of the Legal Community Since 1951
Adams and Reese LLP is a multidisciplinary law firm with a storied history and a forward-looking approach. Founded in New Orleans in 1951 by St. Clair Adams Jr. and W. Ford Reese, the firm has grown from a local partnership into a regional powerhouse with offices across the southern United States and Washington, D.C. As one of the nation’s top law firms, consistently ranked in the Am Law 200, Adams and Reese serves a diverse roster of clients, from regional businesses to Fortune 500 corporations. If you need to find a lawyer with deep resources, specialized expertise, and a track record of success in high-stakes matters, Adams and Reese is the premier choice in New Orleans.
Comprehensive Business and Litigation Services
The firm offers an expansive range of legal services designed to meet the complex needs of modern businesses. Their attorneys are recognized leaders in numerous practice areas, including:
- Commercial Litigation: Handling contract disputes, class actions, and business torts with strategic precision.
- Labor and Employment: Advising employers on compliance, defense against discrimination claims, and workplace policies.
- Government Relations: Navigating the intersection of business and government with a nationally recognized lobbying practice.
- Real Estate and Transactions: Facilitating major commercial developments, mergers, and acquisitions.
- Intellectual Property: Protecting trademarks, patents, and copyrights for innovators and creators.
Committed to Community and Service
Beyond their legal prowess, Adams and Reese is defined by its commitment to the community. The firm’s HUGS (Hope, Understanding, Giving, and Support) program has donated thousands of volunteer hours to those in need. Their attorneys are not just skilled litigators; they are dedicated civic leaders. If you urgently need an attorney for a complex corporate matter or a critical piece of litigation, the team at Adams and Reese has the depth of talent to handle it. Order a lawyer service from a firm that combines ”big law” capability with a culture of Southern hospitality and client service.
Specializing In
Commercial Litigation, Government Relations, Labor and Employment, Intellectual Property
Address & Location
Located in the heart of the Central Business District (CBD) of downtown New Orleans. [1.1.4]
Building Location
The office is situated in the 51-story Hancock Whitney Center (formerly One Shell Square), the tallest building in Louisiana, located near Lafayette Square and Iberia Bank.
Suite Access
Enter through the main lobby of the Hancock Whitney Center, take the elevator to the 45th floor, and proceed to Suite 4500.
Parking Details
Nearby parking includes multi-storey parking garages and surface lots such as Premium Parking Lot P296; fees apply.
Public Transit
Served by RTA Route 12 (St. Charles Streetcar); nearest stop is at Saint Charles at Poydras.
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