“I grew up surrounded by the maritime industry having lived in major port cities across the U.S. including New Orleans, Charleston, Houston, Virginia Beach/Norfolk, and Tampa. I enjoy being a part of the industry and engaging in the local and international community, including being an active member of the Women’s International Shipping & Trading Association (“WISTA”).”
Overview
Lauren Bridges is a maritime and environmental lawyer focusing on toxic torts, personal injury, property damage, economic loss, and other disputes in the maritime and energy industries. She has experience advocating for her clients in federal and state courts, at the trial and appellate levels, in both single-plaintiff and mass tort actions. She also handles discovery and docket management for Fortune 500 clients. Lauren often takes a lead role in complex litigation involving multiple defendants and often hundreds or thousands of plaintiffs where the scope of discovery and e-discovery can be particularly voluminous.
Highlights
Experience
Negotiated settlements covering an entire docket for a major energy company
Involvement
Co-President of the Women’s International Shipping & Trading Association (WISTA) – New Orleans Chapter
Involvement
President of the Board of Directors of the Southeast Louisiana Legal Services (SLLS)
