Gordon J. Mckernan

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Gordon J. Mckernan

also known as Gordon McKernan

4.9
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 33 years

Car accident Lawyer at Baton Rouge, LA
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Trucking Accident, Personal Injury

5656 Hilton Ave., Baton Rouge, LA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Gordon

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Car Accident 34%

34%
Personal Injury 33%

33%
Trucking Accident 33%

33%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2026 2025 2024
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+ 6
Platinum Client Champion
Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 1 year

State: Colorado

Acquired: 2024

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Texas for 32 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1993

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Licensed in Louisiana for 33 years

State: Louisiana

Acquired: 1992

Eligible to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys

5656 Hilton Ave., Baton Rouge, LA, 70808

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4241 Veterans Memorial Blvd. Ste. 15, Metairie, LA, 70006

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2505 Verot School Rd., Lafayette, LA, 70508

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1754 E 70th St., Shreveport, LA, 71105

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3042 Ryan St., Lake Charles, LA, 70601

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2700 Forsythe Ave., Monroe, LA, 71201

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901 W Thomas St., Hammond, LA, 70401

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4207 Parliament Dr Suite A, Alexandria, LA, 71303

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163 Del Orleans Ave., Denham Springs, LA, 70726

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4361 Main St., Zachary, LA, 70791

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Online Presence

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Gordon J. Mckernan's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

537 Client Reviews

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Posted by Erica | April 15, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Always call Gordon

Erik was considerate, kept me informed on what was going on, and answered any questions that I had. He really made the process easy and stress free for me.

Posted by Tiffany | April 13, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Be patient-they are working hard for you!

Things do take time but remember they are working hard behind the scenes for you! Great job of keeping you informed with each step of the way!

Posted by Steven | April 11, 2026 | Hired Attorney

A lawyer like no other

My lawyer was Ivy Perkins..This is the 2nd time I’m hired Mrs Perkins to represent me..I’ve had to hire multiple lawyers across my life for several different situations and also for my kids as well..Mrs Perkins is by far a different kind of lawyer..Her professionalism to me is like no other.Every la...wyer I’ve hired when I would call them and leave a message for them to call me back I would have to wait days and or over a week to get a returned call.. and in that time I’ve called one or two more times an would leave voicemails or messages with a secretary.When I would call Mrs Perkins if she was busy she would definitely respond to my call with in 24 hours or most of the time she would text me soon after I called letting me know she got my message and she will call me back when she’s has a minute.. she would call me and keep me informed about things I needed to know and would always tell me if I have any questions to call her,she would give me her cell number to make sure I can reach her or give me her assistance number to make sure I can get in touch with her if she’s not in her office. she made me an my wife feel like we mattered to her and we were not just another case file on her desk.Her work ethic is bar none compared to any of the lawyers I’ve hired in the past .. She never made me feel like I was bothering her if I called her a few times in one day or threw out the week.she was always kind and caring and would break things down and simplify things to make sure I understood what’s going on..I can tell she takes pride in her job and being there for her clients.. I know for sure if I or anybody I know needs a lawyer she will be the one getting my business.at the beginning of this review they give u a 1-5 star to grade ur lawyer i wish there was a 10 star or 20 star i can check off because she truly did a wonderful job… don’t know if u will see this or not but thank u so much Mrs Perkins for all the hard work u put forth on my case and making me feel like I mattered to you and was part of the Gorden family.. May God bless you and your family ….. Steven B.

Posted by anonymous | April 09, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Mr. McKernan hires only the best and the most caring staff.

I felt comfortable with this attorney the first time we met. He kept me informed throughout the process. This was really helpful. If I had a question, he always got back with me.

Posted by Angela | April 08, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Very Pleased

We worked with Dion Young in the Monroe office and were very pleased with his expertise and his experience. We highly recommend Dion and are very pleased with the outcome of our case.

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

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2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

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2020

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2019

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2018

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2017

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2016

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2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Member, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2014

Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, American Trial Lawyers Association

Work Experience

1992 - Present

Owner / Partner, Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys

Associations

2011 - Present

Super Lawyers

Member

2010 - Present

Safety Council Baton Rouge Chapter

Member

2005 - Present

Million Dollar Advocates Forum

Member

2005 - Present

Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

Member

2000 - Present

LA Trial Lawyers Association - Top 100

Member

Baton Rouge Bar Association

Member

Texas Trial Lawyers Association

Member

American Association for Justice

Member

Trial Lawyers for Public Justice

Member

1997 - 1999

Louisiana Trial Lawyers Association

Former Board of Governors

1994 - 1996

Louisiana Trial Lawyers Association

Former Executive Committee Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Chemical Exposure

12,800,000

Paralysis

6,750,000

Helicopter Crash

8,025,000

Personal Injury

8,000,000

Maritime Accident

6,000,000

18 Wheeler Wreck

5,000,000

Wrongful Death

3,800,000

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Education

1992

Loyola University New Orleans College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Tort Society Luncheon "Old War Stories"

2015

S.T.A.R.S. Summer Camp

Life Lessons/Motivational

2015

Baton Rouge Paralegal Association

Life Lessons & Dilemmas in the Law Office

2014

Business Associates of Ascension

Marketing & Branding

2014

Big Buddy Mentors

Career Choices and Requirements

2013

Mentorship Academy

So You Want to Be a Lawyer

2012

WAFB (channel 9) corporate owners and sales team

Successful Businessmen and Standing Out from the Crowd

2012

St. Vincent de Paul (pro-bono legal advice)

Thirst for Justice

N/A

Updates and Winning with the Masters

Update of Wrongful Death Law

N/A

Post-legislative Retreat

Overview of Wrongful Death Law

N/A

Personal Injury and Litigation Seminar

Preparation for Trial

N/A

National Save A Life

Dangers of Texting and Driving

N/A

National Business Institute

Trying the Wrongful Death Case in Louisiana

N/A

National Association of Legal Assistants

Trial of a Personal Injury Case From A to Z

N/A

Glen Oaks High School

What’s Up With Your Life

N/A

First Baptist Church Plaquemine

Building The Kingdom Brick By Brick

N/A

Ascension Alternative School

What Does a Lawyer Do

Publications

2012

Gordon McKernan Who is Your Lawyer

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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