I am the founding member of Dovalina Law Group, representing both businesses and individuals in a variety of legal matters. With more than a decade of litigation experience throughout the Gulf Coast and Southern United States I know what it takes to successfully advocate for you. I have represented clients in matters ranging from thousands to multi-million-dollar law suits in the areas of civil and commercial litigation including: employment law, administrative law, real estate, construction, personal injury, family law, premises liability, contract disputes, toxic tort, workers compensation, immigration, government, and insurance.
I am is licensed to practice law in Louisiana, Mississippi, and Georgia and am fluent in Spanish and Portuguese. I graduated in the top of my class from Loyola University New Orleans College of Law. After graduating from law school, I began my career working in Atlanta for a top tier international law firm, but found that I missed New Orleans too much. After returning to New Orleans I worked for both mid-sized law firms and as an Assistant City Attorney for the City of New Orleans before founding Dovalina Law Group. I have the skills and knowledge to advocate for you.
Languages spoken
English, Spanish, Portuguese
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
---|---|---|---|
MS | Active | 2009 | 07/14/2022 |
LA | Eligible to Practice Law | 2007 | 04/13/2022 |
GA | Inactive Member in Good Standing | 2006 | 04/17/2022 |
Legal answers | 6 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
---|---|---|
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2016 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2015 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2014 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
---|---|---|
Partner | Dovalina Law Group | 2018 - Present |
Assistant City Attorney | City of New Orleans | 2015 - 2018 |
Attorney | Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith, PLC | 2008 - 2015 |
Attorney | Degan, Blanchard, & Nash | 2007 - 2008 |
Attorney | Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton, LLP | 2005 - 2007 |
Immigration Paralegal | Hines & Leigh PC | 2001 - 2003 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
---|---|---|
Louisiana State Bar Association | Member | N/A |
Georgia State Bar Association | Member | N/A |
New Orleans Bar Association | Member | N/A |
Mississippi State Bar | Member | N/A |
American Bar Association | Member | N/A |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
---|---|---|
Loyola University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2006 |
St Mary's University of San Antonio | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2000 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
---|---|---|
Advanced Legal Issues Affecting Local Government and Municipalities: The Ultimate Guide | Municipal Employee Relations: NEW ADA, FMLA and FLSA Issues for Local Governments | 2018 |
Case name | Outcome |
---|---|
Kevin Pozzo v. Department of Police, Civil Service Commission No. 8689 | Termination Upheld |
Archbold Garrett v. CNO E.D. LA. 16-15857; Archbold Garrett v. CNO Fifth Cir. No. 17-30692 | Appeal granted, case remanded to District Court |
In the Matter of City of New Orleans; 3/20/18; U.S. Civilian Board of Contract Appeals 5684-FEMA | Decision directed parties to enter into new Project Work Order and award of funds |
Hammerman & Gainer, Inc. v. City of New Orleans, et. al. 2017-0538, State of Louisiana Court of Appeal Fourth Circuit | Writ Granted, Injunction Denied |
Melissa Wilson v. Department of Property Management, 2016-ca-1124, State of Louisiana Court of Appeal, Fourth Circuit | Decision affirmed |
Posted by Julie
October 10, 2018
John Shelton, Construction and development Attorney on Apr 21, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Cash, Check, Credit Card