About Stephen
Stephen R. Klaffky: Experienced Litigation and Environmental Law Attorney in New Orleans, Louisiana
Stephen R. Klaffky is an experienced litigation attorney focusing on commercial, securities, insurance coverage and bad faith, and environmental law. With a background spanning over two decades, he has represented clients across various sectors including financial institutions, investors, manufacturers, and employers through trials and appeals. As lead counsel, Mr. Klaffky successfully defended numerous clients against fraud allegations, breach of fiduciary duty claims, lender liability disputes, employment discrimination issues, and wrongful termination suits.
Practice Areas
- Litigation - Insurance
- Litigation - Securities
- Litigation - Environmental Law
- Commercial Litigation
- Environmental Law
Awards and Recognitions
- Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2023 for his expertise in Litigation - Insurance.
- Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2023 for his expertise in Litigation - Securities.
- Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2023 for his contributions to the field of Securities Regulation.
Educational Background and Bar Admissions
- Bachelor of Arts degree in History and Political Science from the University of Vermont, cum laude.
- Juris Doctor cum laude from Georgetown University Law Center, United States.
- Admitted to practice law in various U.S. jurisdictions including New Orleans, Louisiana.
Professional Affiliations and Associations
- Barrasso Usdin Kupperman Freeman & Sarver LLC - Current Partner.
- Brown Rudnick LLP - Former Partner (Hartford, Connecticut).
Languages
- English
Prior to joining Barrasso Usdin Kupperman Freeman & Sarver LLC, Mr. Klaffky was a partner at Brown Rudnick LLP in Hartford, Connecticut. He is now based in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Note: Additional details such as specific cases handled or additional professional affiliations may be provided upon request.
