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Patrick Bruce Sanders
About Patrick
Biography
"Lawyers you'll swear by - not at!" Managing Partner with J. Christopher Ford in Sanders and Ford, LLC. Former editor-in-chief of the Louisiana Law Review with extensive experience in legal research and writing. Patrick is a plaintiff attorney focusing on personal injury, custody,wills/successions, insurance law (bad faith), and contract disputes. He also is involved in appellate practice in both state and federal courts in Louisiana.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-40%
Pro bono
5 %
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Louisiana for 16 years
State: Louisiana
Acquired: 2009
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2021
Location
Sanders and Ford, LLC
4480 General DeGaulle Drive, Suite 203, New Orleans, LA, 70131
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Posted by Gerald | March 10, 2015 | Limited Liability Company (LLC)
Courteous, Patient and Ethical
I sought counsel from Patrick Sanders for the formation of my new company. He had exceptional knowledge of limited liability company law and assisting me with drafting bylaws and registering my company with the Secretary of State. His focus was not on a fee but on making sure I was well informed abo...
Posted by anonymous | August 12, 2013 | Slip and Fall Accident
Knowledgeable, respectful, hard working
I hired Patrick to represent me for a slip and fall accident. He explained the law, gave me all the time I needed, and was always available on the telephone when I needed him. It is refreshing to see such a hard working and ethical lawyer. i would recommend him to anyone.
Patrick Bruce Sanders's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Patrick is a very talented research and writer. He would make an amazing mentor for any young lawyer. He is able to effectively communicate with ease with clients and other professionals in the legal field."
"I have had the privilege to work with and learn from Patrick Sanders. He is an exceptional attorney and a dedicated advocate for clients, with extraordinary research and writing skills."
"I endorse this lawyer. He us very bright, knows the law, he's honest, very professional, responsive, trustworthy, incisively analytical of issues, comes to the right conclusions, respected by attorneys and the judiciary."
"I endorse this lawyer. Excellent at litigation, legal writing and appeals."
"I endorse this lawyer. Patrick is one of the most competent and ethical attorneys with whom i have come into contact. He is completely committed to his clients, and will do everything he can to protect their interests. He is passionate about his work, and highly intelligent. I would trust Patrick with any legal matter I encountered."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2021.
Permanent Resignation issued in LA, 2021
updated on 10/06/2021Permanently resigned means the attorney resigned in order to avoid being disbarred. "Disbarment" is the most serious penalty for a lawyer.
Honors
2018
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2017
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2016
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2015
AV Preeminent Peer Rated (4.9 out of 5.0), Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2014
Listed in Top Lawyers in Louisiana, The Legal Network
2014
Listed in Who's Who in American Law, Marquis Who's Who Publications Board
2014
One of New Orleans' Top Lawyers in Personal Injury, New Orleans Magazine
2014
One of New Orleans' Top Lawyers in Appellate Practice, New Orleans Magazine
2013
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Deposition Skills Training, National Institute for Trial Advocacy
2011
Trial Practices Training, National Institute for Trial Advocacy
2008
Editor in Chief, Louisiana Law Review
1998
Community Service Award, Knights of Columbus
1981
Silver Eagle Award for Academics & Service, Archbishop Shaw High School
1978
Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Managing Partner, Sanders and Ford, LLC
2009 - 2016
Litigation Attorney, Law Office of John W. Redmann, LLC
2008 - 2008
Law Clerk, King, Krebs & Jurgens, PLLC
2007 - 2007
Law Clerk to Judge Michael Kirby, Louisiana Court Of Appeal, Fourth Circuit
2006 - 2006
Law Clerk and criminal trial assistant, Federal Public Defender for Eastern District of Louisiana
Associations
2018 - Present
American Association of NotariesMember
2011 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
2009 - Present
Louisiana State Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Federal Bar Association, Federal Litigation SectionMember
2009 - Present
Louisiana Association for Justice, Auto Torts SectionMember
2009 - Present
Louisiana Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2012 - 2017
St. Thomas More SocietyMember
2009 - 2016
American Inns of CourtMember
1990 - 2005
Knights of ColumbusChair - Chaplain
Sample of Legal Cases
Jesse Tornabene v DELEM Remodeling, Civil Distsrict Court for Parish of Orleans No. 17-5298
$40,680 Judgment in favor of Plaintiff
Angy M. Riley, et al. v. New Orleans Harley-Davidson, et al., CDC for the Parish of Orleans, No. 2010-6356, Div. B-12
Jury Trial Judgment for $2.8 million
Lugo v. Atlantic Casualty Insurance Company, CDC for the Parish of Orleans, No. 2012-10244, Div. D-16
Settlement for $42,718.14
Maureen Johnson v. Vincent's Italian Cuisine, CDC for the Parish of Orleans, No. 2010-4089, Div. D-16
Settlement for $102,500.00
Lindsey v. Progressive Insurance Company, CDC for the Parish of Orleans, No. 2000-4371, Div. N
Settlement for $21,401.89
IGT Services, Inc. v. Maqbul Rahman, CDC for the Parish of Orleans, No. 2009-5076, Division K-5
Judgment - court awarded Maqbul Rahman a total of $34,583 for malicious prosecution and unfair and deceptive trade practices
Gilmore v. State Farm, 24th JDC for the Parish of Jefferson, No. 657-197, Div. M
Settlement for $45,000 against State Farm for property damage claim
Citimortgage v. Cefalu, 34th JDC for the Parish of St. Bernard, No. 111-752, Div. A
Judgment - Court awarded Cefalus $83,000 Judgment eradicating Mortgage Debt plus $10,000 award for Citimortgage's harassing phone calls
Williams v. Smith Alarm System, Inc., CDC for the Parish of Orleans, No. 1995-6358, Div. F
Mediation settlement for $350,000
Education
2009
Louisiana State University, Paul M. Hebert Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
Notre Dame
M.Div.
1986
Don Bosco College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2009
LSU Law Review Board Formation
Law Review board of editors training
Publications
2010
Herencia Hispana Publications
The 2010 Census: Hispanics -- A Large and Fast-Growing Segment of Society
2008
Louisiana Law Review
Blanco v. Burton: Louisiana's Struggle for Cooperative Federalism in Offshore Energy Development
2002
Committee for Canonization of Jean Eyraud
Pere, the Little Frenchman (Introduction - canonization process under Canon Law)
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers