I am a Louisiana based attorney that has dedicated my life to helping victims of disaster recover when they are taken advantage of by insurance companies. I love what I do, because what I do matters.
Practice areas
We assist policyholders when an insurance company has delayed, denied, or underpaid a claim. We do this through a unique process and work hard to resolve cases inside and outside of the courtroom.
8 years, 2,000 cases
When carriers commit fraud to avoid paying a claim, we assert our clients’ rights and work to uncover, report, and then undo the fraud.
8 years, 2,000 cases
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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FL | Member in Good Standing | 2014 | 06/01/2022 |
LA | Eligible to Practice Law | 2010 | 04/13/2022 |
NY | Currently registered | 2010 | 06/28/2022 |
MA | Active | 2009 | 05/30/2022 |
Legal answers | 245 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2015 |
American Law Media | Top Lawyers in Louisiana | 2014 |
NO AIDS Task Force | Pro Bono Publico | 2014 |
Tulane 34 Award | Tulane University | 2009 |
Silver Key | American Bar Association | 2009 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Scott, Vicknair, Hair & Checki, LLC | 2017 - Present |
Attorney | Varadi, Hair & Checki, LLC | 2016 - Present |
Attorney | Stanley, Reuter, Ross, Thornton & Alford, LLC | 2010 - 2011 |
Fellow | Tulane Domestic Violence Clinic | 2009 - 2010 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Bywater Community Development Corporation | Board of Directors | 2012 - Present |
Fifth Circuit Bar Association | Member | 2011 - Present |
Louisiana State Bar Association | Member | 2010 - Present |
New York State Bar Association | Member | 2009 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 2006 - Present |
American Bar Association, Law Student Division | Vice Chair | 2008 - 2009 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Amazon | Picking Up The Pieces | 2021 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Tulane University Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | 2009 |
Boston University | B. Mus. | 2006 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Win The Storm | Bad Faith Litigation in Louisiana | 2022 |
Win The Storm | Policyholder Attorney Panel | 2022 |
Win the Storm | Coordinating Claims: How to Maximize Claims by Building a Team | 2022 |
SRC Summit | Public Adjuster and Attorney Panel | 2022 |
Path to Indemnity | Bad Faith Litigation: Building Your Case | 2022 |
Path to Indemnity | Louisiana Bad Faith Litigation | 2021 |
Disaster Preparedness Conference | Disaster Preparedness | 2013 |
CLE | Debt Buying 101 | 2013 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Construction Specialist Group v. Zander Murray | Judgment completely in favor of Defendant |
Alejo v. Halsted Financial | Case dismissed in client's favor |
Reynolds v. Progressive Roofing | Judgment in favor of the client |
State of Florida v. Buchannon Capital Management | Dismissal in favor of our client |
Crescent Resources, LLC v. Stonehedge Construction, Inc. | Judgment in favor of our client with costs and attorney fees |
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Brian Munson, Litigation Attorney on Aug 20, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Galen is a superb attorney with large firm experience which he brings to his own firm to benefit his clients. He is highly knowledgeable in the litigation field, and I would recommend his services to anyone.
Christopher Leroi, Domestic violence Attorney on Oct 10, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Hair is an exemplary attorney who I would recommend to everyone and anyone. Hiring him might very well be the best decision that you have ever made. His answers on Avvo are perfect. I have practiced for 24 years as a judge, magistrate, prosecutor, and private attorney and he is one of the best I have encountered.
John Bicknell, Unknown Attorney on Feb 15, 2018
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
Galen Hair truly builds a relationship with his clients and seeks to understand them. He gives a voice to his clients and fights relentlessly for them. I would highly recommend Galen to anyone in need of a lawyer who offers both extensive courtroom experience, and individualized attention.
David Spinner, Litigation Attorney on Feb 15, 2018
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
Galen Hair is a detail-oriented, client-focused, and solution-driven litigator. He fights for his clients and makes sure they understand what needs to be done.
David Vicknair, Business Attorney on Sep 2, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Galen is a great person and excellent attorney. He is diligent, hard working, and intelligent. Galen also always puts the interests of his client at the forefront of his decision making in any matter. I have worked with him on multiple files and find his work to be thorough and top notch. I recommend anyone interested in hiring an attorney consider Galen. You will be impressed with his wok product and service.
Gina Famularo, Appeals Attorney on Jun 10, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Benjamin Varadi, Litigation Attorney on Aug 13, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker
Mr. Hair's intellect and drive are unparalleled.
Lauren Checki, Litigation Attorney on Aug 8, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker
Galen is a fierce trial attorney and litigator.
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