Chapter 11 bankruptcy is the primary reorganization tool for businesses in Louisiana — from small LLCs to large corporations. It allows a debtor to remain in possession of assets while developing a court-approved plan to restructure obligations, renegotiate leases, and continue operations. Find 45+ experienced Chapter 11 attorneys in Louisiana below.
Showing 1–24 of 45 Chapter 11 Bankruptcy attorneys in Louisiana
Lars Laban Levy
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 7.2/10 (Very Good). 22 years of experience. Bar admissions: Louisiana (2003). Awards: America's Top 50 Lawyers - 2024, Sidney Cook Scholorship - 1999, Client Champion Award.
Gerald J Casey
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 8.8/10 (Excellent). 46 years of experience. Bar admissions: Louisiana (1979). Awards: BV Rated - 2015, Client Rating - 2015.
Matthew Bond Pettaway
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 8.1/10 (Excellent). 15 years of experience. Bar admissions: Louisiana (2010).
Leo David Congeni
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 6.7/10 (Good). 27 years of experience. Bar admissions: Louisiana (1998). Awards: Bankruptcy Medal of Excellence.
Frank A Milanese
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 6.7/10 (Good). 42 years of experience. Bar admissions: Louisiana (1983). Awards: AV Preeminent Rated, AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating.
Thomas Edward St Germain
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 6.5/10 (Good). 28 years of experience. Bar admissions: Louisiana (1997).
Ryan James Richmond
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 7.3/10 (Very Good). 19 years of experience. Bar admissions: Mississippi (2020), Texas (2013), Louisiana (2006).
Daniel David Henry Jr.
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 6.9/10 (Good). 17 years of experience. Bar admissions: Louisiana (2008).
Amanda Burnette George
Amanda Burnette George at Lugenbuhl, Wheaton, Peck, Rankin has handled 4 federal bankruptcy cases in federal court.
Benjamin Kadden
Benjamin Kadden at DOJ-Ust has handled 3 federal bankruptcy cases in federal court.
Michael D. Rubenstein
Michael D. Rubenstein at DOJ-Ust has handled 1 federal bankruptcy case in federal court.
Katherine Elizabeth Clark
Katherine Elizabeth Clark at Lugenbuhl Wheaton Peck Rankin & Hubbard has handled 1 federal bankruptcy case in federal court.
Greta M. Brouphy
Greta M. Brouphy at Lugenbuhl, Wheaton, Peck, Rankin has handled 63 federal bankruptcy cases in federal court.
Coleman Torrans
Coleman Torrans has handled 1 federal bankruptcy case in federal court.
Edwin M. Shorty, Jr.
Edwin M. Shorty, Jr. at DOJ-Ust has handled 4 federal bankruptcy cases in federal court.
Louis Middleton Phillips
Louis Middleton Phillips at Kelly Hart & Pitre has handled 1 federal bankruptcy case in federal court.
Crescent City Church of Christ
Crescent City Church of Christ has handled 1 federal bankruptcy case in federal court.
Douglas S. Draper
Douglas S. Draper at Heller, Draper & Horn, LLC has handled 157 federal bankruptcy cases in federal court.
William G. Cherbonnier, Jr.
William G. Cherbonnier, Jr. at The Caluda Group, LLC has handled 1 federal bankruptcy case in federal court.
Greta M Brouphy
Greta M Brouphy at Heller, Draper & Horn, L.L.C. has handled 1 federal bankruptcy case in federal court.
Michael E. Landis
Michael E. Landis at Heller, Draper & Horn, L.L.C. has handled 1 federal bankruptcy case in federal court.
Raphael Bickham
Raphael Bickham at Bickham Law Practice, LLC has handled 1 federal bankruptcy case in federal court.
Patrick S. Garrity
Patrick S. Garrity has handled 1 federal bankruptcy case in federal court.
H. Kent Aguillard
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 10.0/10 (Superb). 46 years of experience. Bar admissions: Louisiana (1979). Awards: Super Lawyer - 2025, Super Lawyer - 2024, Super Lawyer - 2023.
Business reorganization bankruptcy for corporations, partnerships, and high-debt individuals. Attorneys listed in this directory serve clients across Louisiana and can help you understand whether Chapter 11 is the right option for your situation.
When searching for a Chapter 11 Bankruptcy attorney in Louisiana, look for someone with specific experience in federal bankruptcy court proceedings, a track record of successful case outcomes, and transparent fee structures. Many attorneys listed here offer free initial consultations.
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