Firm Overview

Louisiana Catastrophic Injury Lawsuit Attorney

We believe in fighting for the underdog. D. Douglas Howard, Jr. and Shawn C. Reed have almost 60 years of experience helping people fight back against the injustice of an injury caused by negligence. At Howard & Reed, you will receive aggressive, effective representation that is focused on making sure justice prevails. Since 1970, Howard & Reed has earned a national reputation for excellence among legal professionals and clients in seeking cost-effective and timely resolutions to serious legal matters involving personal injury litigation and class action product liability claims. We also have an established divorce and family law practice, to better meet the legal needs of families and residents of communities surrounding New Orleans, Louisiana, and throughout the southeastern part of the state.

Through years of experience, Mr. Howard is widely acknowledged as one of the most effective family law attorneys in Louisiana. He has helped shape the law in Louisiana. Although always a gentlemen, D. Douglas Howard, Jr. earned the name “Mad Dog” due to his willingness to fight on behalf of his clients, no matter the size of the fight. He will be as aggressive as the case requires,

Attorney Shawn C. Reed brings over two decades of experience in mass torts, class actions, and personal injury cases. She earned her law degree from Loyola University and earned an advanced degree in Environmental Law from Tulane. She has represented thousands of working men and women who have been injured by the actions of big business.

Se habla español - Spanish language services are available
Convenient offices in Covington and New Orleans to serve you better
Office hours 8:30 - 5:30, evening or weekend consultation by arrangement

Our attorneys believe that everyone has the right to tell their story, and you have the right to expect your lawyer to listen and aggressively act in your best interests. Whether you have been injured in an accident, have become sick because of your work environment, or are going through the emotional rollercoaster of divorce, we will listen to your story. We know that you don't want a lawyer who is an amateur. When we meet for an initial consultation, we will discuss our firm's history of success, our approach to helping you protect your rights, and what to expect over the coming weeks and months as your case unfolds. Most important, we will be brutally honest with you about your case. You can be assured that we will keep you informed through every step of your case, and you will have all of the information necessary to have confidence in us.

Personal injury claims ▪ Class action lawsuits ▪ Divorce ▪ Family law

Contact us to discuss your personal injury claim or family law matter with one of our experienced staff of lawyers or client service professionals.