Philip A Fontenot

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Education & Credentials

University Attended:
University of Southwestern Louisiana, B.S., 1982
Law School Attended:
Louisiana State University Law Center, J.D., 1985
Year of First Admission:
1985
Admission:
1985, Louisiana; U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana; U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana; U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana; U.S. Court of Appeals, 5th Circuit
ISLN:
907348045

Areas of Practice (5)

  • Class Action Litigation
  • Litigation
  • Premises Liability
  • Business Litigation
  • Commercial Real Estate

Peer Reviews

4.8/5.0 (42 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge
  • Legal Knowledge

    4.9/5.0
  • Analytical Capability

    4.8/5.0
  • Judgment

    4.8/5.0
  • Communication

    4.8/5.0
  • Legal Experience

    4.9/5.0
  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 10/27/15 in Defense Litigation

    I have worked with Mr. Fontenot on several occasions. At least 5 cases, where he acted as defense counsel and I was plaintiff. He represents his client to the fullest while maintaining his own integrity and professionalism toward the opposing party.... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 10/27/15 in Civil Litigation

    Very professional and knowledgeable.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 10/27/15 in Litigation

    Very professional and knowledgeable.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 10/27/15 in Defense Litigation

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 10/27/15 in Civil Litigation

    Preeminent attorney.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 10/27/15 in Workers Compensation Defense

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 10/27/15 in Defense Litigation

    Philip is one of the hardest working attorneys I know. He does not just sit around, he actually gets things done.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 10/27/15 in Personal Injury Defense

    Sorry, I am a bankruptcy attorney and put the wrong area of practice for Philip in my prior review. My statements about Philip are still the same, just set up another review to correct my previous mistake.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 10/27/15 in Bankruptcy

    I have known Philip since undergraduate school and know his ability. A very conscientious attorney with a great deal of trial experience - both judge and jury trials - with high winning percentage. Very professional and ethical in dealing with him.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 10/27/15 in Personal Injury

    I have had the opportunity to litigate numerous cases against Philip and he has always held to the highest standards of ethics, preparation, and overall legal ability.

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