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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Linda Nitzsche

Jan 29, 2026

Excellent legal representation provided by James A. Prather for my Construction Law case

Best lawyer for Construction Law in Mandeville. Period. I've seen others, but James A. Prather is on another level. They truly care about their clients and work hard to get the best results. I am so t...

Dale Runolfsson

Jan 29, 2026

Five stars for the incredible team at James A. Prather in Mandeville - they are amazing

James A. Prather is fantastic and very professional. Don't hesitate to hire them if you're in Louisiana and need help. They really know their stuff and will go the extra mile to make sure you're taken...

Courtney Cole

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...

Kristin Kemmer

Jan 29, 2026

Five stars for the incredible team at James A. Prather in Mandeville - they are amazing

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...

Christy Crist-Trantow

Jan 29, 2026

Would recommend James A. Prather for sure to anyone in Mandeville needing legal help

Just wanted to say a huge thanks to James A. Prather and the staff. They really went above and beyond for me and my family during a very difficult legal battle. We couldn't have done it without their...