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Glenn C. McGovern

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 48 years

Civil rights Lawyer Practice Areas: Civil Rights, Motorcycle Accident, Car Accidents ... +8 more

About Glenn

Biography

Practice Areas

11

Practice Areas

Civil Rights 25%

This is the focus of our practice. Police and jail brutality, medical neglect in jail, sexual or physical abuse in jail or in police custody, bite injuries of uncontrolled police dog, taser injuries or death.

25%
Personal Injury 9%

Helping clients achieve compensation after an accident. We work on a variety of cases that involve injuries and negligence.

9%
Employment and Labor 1%

We are not taking new employment cases.

1%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

33%-40%


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Licenses

Licensed in Louisiana for 48 years

State: Louisiana

Acquired: 1977

Eligible to Practice Law

No misconduct found

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Glenn C. McGovern's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by Kip | December 17, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Motorcycle Accident

Above and Beyond

Mr. Glenn recently took on my case due to a motorcycle accident where I was struck from behind by a negligent driver. He is always there to offer me answers to any questions that I have. Very professional and makes you feel like you are more than just a client. If you want a lawyer that fights for yo...u look no further.

Posted by Joey Furgeson | November 10, 2014 | Motorcycle Accident

Very Trustworthy Attorney

Glenn has been nothing but supportive and trustworthy in dealing with my case. He has gone above and beyond my expectations. He responds to all of my calls and emails. As a motorcylcist he knows the laws and rights to defend me. All of that being said Glenn is a very nice guy that I can feel comfort...able with in handling my case.

Posted by Gerald | August 31, 2014 | Wrongful Termination

On The Side Of The LAW

Mr. McGovern is not afraid to take on Cases against the Good Ole Boys!!! Nor will he leave you strung out in the cold! I have hired him to help me fight to get my job back as a Law Enforcement Officer after I was Unlawfully Terminated. Note I met with several Attorneys who would not touch the case be...cause of its Jurisdiction in the Parish of Tangipahoa, LA. Mr. McGovern has proven thus far that he is a Trustworthy, Responseve, and Knoledgeable Attorney and one I would consider as a True Friend.

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Glenn C. McGovern's Lawyer Endorsements

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James Newell

Sexual harassment lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sean Cleary

Car accident lawyer | Dec 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community."

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Aaron Fields

Unknown lawyer | Dec 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is very competent and his answers to legal questions on this website are excellent."

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Daniel Lehman

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Mr. McGovern on several matters involving personal injury and civil rights. Mr. McGovern's comprehensive approach to preparing his cases ensures that no stone is left unturned. I would certainly recommend Glenn for representation for any civil dispute regardless of the complexity."

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Peyton Bowman

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Aaron Fields

Social Security & Disability lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2021

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2020

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2018

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2017

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

1977 - Present

Trial Lawyer, Law Office of Glenn C. McGovern

Associations

1977 - Present

Association of Trial Lawyers of America

Member

1977 - Present

Lawyer Pilots Bar Association

Member

1977 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Louisiana Trial Lawyers Association, Presidents Advisory Council

Member

Louisiana Trial Lawyers Association

Employment Law Section

National Transportation Safety Board Bar Association

Member

New Orleans Academy of Trial Lawyers

Member

1998 - 1999

National Employment Lawyers Association (Louisiana Chapter)

Delegate

1996 - 1997

Louisiana Employment Lawyers Association

Member

1989 - 1995

Louisiana Trial Lawyers Association

Board of Governors

1988 - 1988

New Orleans Academy of Trial Lawyers

President

1986 - 1995

New Orleans Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Policy Limits for Sport Rider Attack

Policy limits obtained.

$2.834 million motorcycle crash verdict Orleans

$2.834 million dollars

Driver pulls over median kills motorcycle rider in Kenner, La.

Settled for all policy limits $400,000

Truck Driver pulls over brain damaged motorcycle rider in Kenner, La.

Settled for 1.7 million

Handcuffing of doctors

Settled $4,700.000.00

Dealer safety pays for greed

2.84 million dollars with reduction for no helmet or endorsement to 1.7 million dollars

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Education

1977

Loyola University New Orleans College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1974

University of New Orleans

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2014

IPICID restraint conference

Proving Handcuff Injuries

2012

2012 American Assoc. of Justice Annual Convention

New Way to Trial Civil Rights Jury Trials

2010

NBI lecture

Police Procedures and Excessive Force

Publications

2014

La. Assoc. Justice Why Police Misconduct is Still Systemic in the U.S.

2011

LAJ Newsletter La. Assoc. Justice

Languages

English

Activity

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