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George P. Vourvoulias III
About George
Biography
I learned early on that as a lawyer, I could change people’s lives for the better.
A few years ago, I had a client who worked for one company as a tankerman for 20 years. He was ordered into a crawlhole during a storm to check the radar, and as he was getting out, the boat hit a swell. He was thrown backwards and ended up with a spine injury.
He went from being the main provider for his family to borrowing money to get a Coke and sleeping on people’s sofas.
The day of the trial, the company offered us $100,000.
The jury came back with the verdict of $1.6 million in favor of my client. He hugged me and started crying. His family cheered.
I looked over at the defense lawyer and had an epiphany: His clients never hug him. Win or lose, they would have just argued about his bill.
That’s why I never doubt that I’m on the right side of justice.
When I take on a client, I dive head-first into their world.
I want to know what it was like to be there during their injury… What it felt like, what it sounded like, what it smelled like. I want to know what was happening through their eyes.
I deep dive into what their life was like before their injury, and what it’s been like since.
As their attorney and advocate, it’s my job to absorb their story and be in touch with my client emotionally—not only so that they know I’m truly on their side, but also to effectively present this story to a jury of their peers.
Telling that story together... that’s how we win.
Maritime is a very distinct area of law, unlike any other.
And not every lawyer understands the ins and outs of these types of cases.
I do.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Admiralty and Maritime
45%
12 years
DUI and DWI
10%
12 years
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Licensed in Louisiana for 23 years
State: Louisiana
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Licensed in Illinois for 26 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of George P. Vourvoulias III
400 Poydras St., Suite 1680-C, New Orleans, LA, 70130
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Posted by Jim | August 13, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Experienced, knowledgeable and overall a genuine person.
I have known George Vourvoulias for a number of years and have had the pleasure of working with George on a number of legal issues ranging from criminal defense to personal injury matters. George is experienced, knowledgeable and his work ethic is second to none. Most importantly, George is a compa...
Posted by Christopher | July 23, 2014 | Business
Excellent Representation
I have retained George for a number of business-related issues over the years, including litigation matters and contract disputes. He and his firm are effective litigators. They are knowledgeable and respond quickly to us when we have questions about the process (which can be very confusing for a n...
George P. Vourvoulias III's Lawyer Endorsements
"George Vourvoulias III is an extremely talented, intelligent, and well respected attorney in the legal community. You can be rest assured your case will stay way ahead of the curve with Mr. Vourvoulias in your corner. I enthusiastically recommend Mr. Vourvoulias to anyone looking for a lawyer who handles cases with extreme diligence and ingenuity, follows developments in the law religiously, and truly cares about his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"I have referred many cases to George Vourvoulias and his firm. Each and every time the clients I have sent over have reported back that they were extremely happy they were with their representation and that George not only achieved a great result, but also that he was responsive to their needs and always available. I can speak from experience as a nearly 40-year practicing attorney that George is a effective litigator and (even more importantly) a good person. He has my highest recommendation."
"George is a great lawyer and I highly recommend him. He has a knack for cutting straight to the issue at hand instead of wasting time with trivial matters. His metelicous preparation always ensures he's a formatable foe against his adversaries. Having known and worked with George for 15 years I gladly endorse him."
"George is one of the brightest attorneys I know and a class act. He is a man of integrity and solid professional judgment. I would trust him to represent my own own family. I could not proffer a higher endorsement of this special human being. Highly recommend!"
"George is an incredibly dedicated and skilled lawyer and a wonderful human being. He puts his all into his cases. I endorse him wholeheartedly."
"I have known George Vourvoulias for approximately 20 years and have had the pleasure of working with George on a number of legal issues ranging from criminal defense to personal injury matters. George is experienced, knowledgeable and his work ethic is second to none. Most importantly, George is a compassionate person and he truly cares for his clients well-being. His dedication to his clients and the law makes him the ideal advocate to have on your side. If you’re in need of a lawyer who is caring and gets results, I would highly recommend George Vourvoulias to handle your legal needs."
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Experience
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Founding Partner, Harmon Smith & Vourvoulias, L.L.C.
Associations
2002 - Present
Louisiana State Bar Association
New Orleans Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Simmons v. The Boston Restaurant, LLC, et al
$443,000.00 Settlement
Magnolia Financial Group, LLC v Kenneth Antos, et al
Judgment of Court: $3,000,000 including $950,000 Fraud Judgment plus Attorney's Fees
Akers v The Columns Hotel, et al
Jury Verdict: $2,200,000.00 in favor of Plaintiff
Edwin J Turcios v LaPorte Plumbing & Heating, Inc. and Liberty Mutual Ins. Co.
Cash Settlment: $442,725.00
Barsh v Casey Industrial, Inc. and CNA Ins. Co.
$235,971.00
State of Louisiana v Cervantes
Dismissal
Neal v International Offshore Services, LLC
Jury Verdict: $1,600,000.00 in favor of Plaintiff
Education
1999
Tulane University Law School
Masters Degree in Admiralty
1998
Gonzaga University School of Law
Juris Doctorate
1994
DePaul University
Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Activity
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Could IID still be required if my DWI charge is reduced to reckless op or wet reckless?
12 Feb 2019
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Do i have any rights
12 Feb 2019
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Why does my whole family have to go to a deposition for a MVA ?
12 Feb 2019