About Lea
Lea Ann Smith: Experienced Catastrophic and Industrial Litigation Attorney in New Orleans, Louisiana
Lea Ann Smith is a distinguished attorney within our Products, Catastrophic and Industrial Litigation group, recognized as one of the top litigators handling personal injury and products liability matters. With her expertise spanning across various industries including product manufacturers, chemical suppliers, oil and gas companies, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, trucking companies, industrial machinery, and recreational vehicles, Lea Ann stands at the forefront in advocating for clients facing significant legal challenges. Her litigation practice is diverse yet focused, covering a spectrum of personal injury cases and product liability disputes.
Practice Areas
- Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
In addition to her core expertise in mass tort litigation and class actions as defendants, Lea Ann is committed to representing clients across multiple sectors. Her commitment to providing comprehensive legal solutions ensures she stays at the cutting edge of industrial, medical, and pharmaceutical liability cases.
Education & Credentials
- Universities: Mississippi College
- Educations:
- Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Mississippi College (2012)
- J.D. from Louisiana State University Paul M. Hebert Law Center, New Orleans (2015)
- Bar Admissions: Louisiana, United States (2015)
- Awards:
- Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2017 for her distinguished work in mass tort litigation and class actions as defendants.
- Firms: Butler Snow LLP, New Orleans, Louisiana (Member since 2015)
- Affiliations:
- Local Bar Association of New Orleans, Member (since 2016)
- Languages: English (primary), Spanish (intermediate)
- Recognized Since: Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2017 for her distinguished work in mass tort litigation and class actions as defendants.
Professional Philosophy: Lea Ann Smith is dedicated to ensuring that each client's voice is heard. She prides herself on providing personalized legal solutions tailored to the unique circumstances of every case she handles. With her deep understanding of complex litigation, coupled with a commitment to excellence and justice, Lea Ann brings a unique blend of compassion, thoroughness, and strategic expertise to her clients' cases.
