Galen Hair

Galen Hair

4.6
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 16 years

Insurance Lawyer at Metairie, LA
Practice Areas: Insurance, Insurance Fraud

3540 S. I-10 Serv. Rd. W, Suite 300, Metairie, LA

About Galen

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Insurance 50%

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.

12 years | 2,000 cases

50%
Insurance Fraud 50%

When carriers commit fraud to avoid paying a claim, we assert our clients’ rights and work to uncover, report, and then undo the fraud.

12 years | 2,000 cases

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 200-350 per hour

Contingency

20%-45%

Pro bono

10 %

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 12 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2014

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Louisiana for 15 years

State: Louisiana

Acquired: 2010

Eligible to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 16 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2010

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 16 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2009

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Insurance Claim HQ powered by Hair Shunnarah Trial Attorneys

3540 S. I-10 Serv. Rd. W, Suite 300, Metairie, LA, 70001

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Galen Hair's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | October 03, 2014 | Debt Collection

Very effective negotiator

Galen has proven his mettle negotiating our debt collection issues over time, and has settled almost everything pre-litigation. I have no qualms recommending to others.

Posted by Ashley | June 14, 2014 | Debt Collection

Knowledgeable and Informative Attorney

Galen handled FDCPA lawsuits for the debt purchasing and collection agency I worked for. I was his primary contact at our office regarding these matters and interacted with him on a weekly, sometimes daily basis for the past 3 years. Galen is very knowledgeable on every aspect of the FDCPA and is a... skilled negotiator. When asked questions, he always gave options and took the time to explain the law and reasoning behind his recommendation. I would also occasionally request legal advice on personal matters and Galen was always willing to offer a recommendation and point me in the right direction.

Posted by Logan | June 10, 2014 | Business

Professional and Knowledgable

Galen Hair has been instrumental in consulting my small but growing business on myriad legal issues ranging from contracts to intellectual property. While Galen is incredibly knowledgable, he's willing to refer you to other resources if a topic falls outside of his specialties -- a quality that is ra...re in most lawyers I've met with. If you're looking for a courteous and professional lawyer with a range of skills, you won't go wrong with Galen.

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Galen Hair's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brian Munson

Litigation lawyer | Aug 20

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."

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Christopher Leroi

Domestic violence lawyer | Oct 10

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."

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John Bicknell

Unknown lawyer | Feb 15

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."

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David Spinner

Litigation lawyer | Feb 15

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."

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David Vicknair

Business lawyer | Sep 02

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."

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Gina Famularo

Appeals lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Benjamin Varadi

Litigation lawyer | Aug 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"Mr. Hair's intellect and drive are unparalleled."

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Lauren Checki

Litigation lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"Galen is a fierce trial attorney and litigator."

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Joey LaHatte

Insurance lawyer

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David Vicknair

Litigation lawyer

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Lauren Checki

Family lawyer

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Gina Palermo

Litigation lawyer

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Jessica Pierce

Litigation lawyer

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Chad Youngblood

Business lawyer

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Amalfi Parker

Family lawyer

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Candice Balmori

Real estate lawyer

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Jason Camelford

Litigation lawyer

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John Rossman

Litigation lawyer

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Justin Alsterberg

Litigation lawyer

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Jill McCall

Administrative law lawyer

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Sophia Lauricella

Litigation lawyer

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Maris Matocha

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

American Law Media, Top Lawyers in Louisiana

2014

NO AIDS Task Force, Pro Bono Publico

2009

Tulane 34 Award, Tulane University

2009

Silver Key, American Bar Association

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Partner, Scott, Vicknair, Hair & Checki, LLC

2016 - Present

Attorney, Varadi, Hair & Checki, LLC

2010 - 2011

Attorney, Stanley, Reuter, Ross, Thornton & Alford, LLC

2009 - 2010

Fellow, Tulane Domestic Violence Clinic

Associations

2012 - Present

Bywater Community Development Corporation

Board of Directors

2011 - Present

Fifth Circuit Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

Louisiana State Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2008 - 2009

American Bar Association, Law Student Division

Vice Chair

Sample of Legal Cases

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

PMG II v. United Credit Recovery

Verdict in Favor of United Credit Recovery

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Education

2009

Tulane University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

Boston University

B. Mus.

Speaking Engagements

2022

Win the Storm

Coordinating Claims: How to Maximize Claims by Building a Team

2022

Win The Storm

Policyholder Attorney Panel

2022

Win The Storm

Bad Faith Litigation in Louisiana

2022

SRC Summit

Public Adjuster and Attorney Panel

2022

Path to Indemnity

Bad Faith Litigation: Building Your Case

2021

Path to Indemnity

Louisiana Bad Faith Litigation

2013

Disaster Preparedness Conference

Disaster Preparedness

2013

CLE

Debt Buying 101

Publications

2021

Amazon Picking Up The Pieces

Languages

English

Activity

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