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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Eddie Watsica

Jan 29, 2026

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

After my incident in Mandeville, I was bombarded with calls and paperwork I didn't understand. I reached out to James A. Prather for help with my Construction Law claim and it was the best decision I...

Danielle Considine-Rowe

Jan 29, 2026

Professional service and clear communication provided by James A. Prather in Mandeville

Needed help with Construction Law and James A. Prather delivered on their promises. They're professional, efficient, and easy to talk to. Good choice for anyone in Louisiana looking for high-quality l...

Jasmine Streich

Jan 29, 2026

Finding James A. Prather was the best thing that happened during my tough Construction Law battle

Beverly Jenkins

Jan 29, 2026

Absolutely Great! I couldn't be happier with the service from James A. Prather

Really glad I found James A. Prather for my case. They were a huge help and made everything understandable. I was very impressed with their knowledge and how they handled the opposition. If you're in...

Allison Sporer

Jan 29, 2026

Simply amazing representation from James A. Prather's office during my recent legal matter

I was really stressed about my case in Mandeville, but James A. Prather made everything so smooth and stress-free. Seriously, the best decision I've made lately was hiring them. They handled every det...