James A. Prather

4.6 (36 reviews )

Mandeville Louisiana United States

Construction Law Insurance Law Leisure and Hospitality Law +1 more

Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2019

985-674-6680 Website

About James

James A. Prather: Experienced Insurance Defense & Litigation Attorney in Louisiana

With over 30 years of experience representing clients in complex litigation, James A. Prather focuses on insurance defense, casualty claims, professional liability, and commercial disputes. His expertise extends to construction law, environmental law, product liability litigation, and transportation law. He has successfully tried cases in state and federal courts and is known for his thorough preparation and commitment to client goals.

Practice Areas

Casualty Claims
Professional Liability
Commercial Disputes
Construction Law
Environmental Law
Litigation - Insurance
Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Transportation Law
Affidavit and Discovery Management

Education & Credentials

Firms: Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith
Recognized Since: Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2019
Affiliations: Louisiana State Bar Association, American Board of Professional Liability Attorneys (ABIPA)
Languages: James A. Prather is fluent in English.

Professional Background

Firms: Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith, 2010 to present
Affiliations: Louisiana State Bar Association (LSBA), American Board of Professional Liability Attorneys (ABIPA)

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Practice Areas

Construction Law

Insurance Law

Leisure and Hospitality Law

Litigation - Construction

Education

Loyola University New Orleans

University of Louisiana - Monroe

Professional Affiliations

Awards & Recognition

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Reviews

4.6 / 5

36 Reviews

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Stephen Rowe

Jan 29, 2026

I was completely overwhelmed until I found James A. Prather for my Construction Law case

I don't usually write reviews, but the help I got from James A. Prather during my Construction Law case in Louisiana deserves to be shared. It was a messy situation, and I was getting nowhere on my ow...

Kent Osinski

Jan 29, 2026

James A. Prather did a great job handling my complex Construction Law case from start to finish

I appreciate how James A. Prather handled my case. No fluff, just straight to the point and very effective representation for my Construction Law matter. They are obviously very experienced and know h...

Rodolfo Schuster

Jan 29, 2026

Exactly what I needed after my legal issue in Mandeville - James A. Prather was a lifesaver

Going through a Construction Law dispute is something I wouldn't wish on anyone, but having James A. Prather by my side made it manageable. I was worried about the cost and the time it would take, but...

Molly Gorczany

Jan 29, 2026

Great people who truly care at James A. Prather - the best legal team in Louisiana

Everyone at James A. Prather's office in Mandeville was so nice and helpful. They made a tough situation a lot easier to deal with by being so patient and explaining everything clearly. I never felt l...

Sophie Rath

Jan 29, 2026

A honest review of my experience with James A. Prather regarding a Construction Law matter