- Irwin Fritchie Recognized in Fifteenth Edition of Best Law Firms - 12 Practice Areas Earn Tier-1 Rankings
Irwin Fritchie is honored to announce the firm's recognition in the fifteenth (2025) edition of Best Law Firms, ranked by Best Lawyers, and also proudly notes that 12 of the firm's practice areas were awarded Tier-1 rankings by the publication, including...
- Irwin Fritchie Named One of New Orleans CityBusiness 2024 Best Places to Work
Irwin Fritchie Urquhart Moore & Daniels is proud to announce that it has been named one of New Orleans CityBusiness 2024 Best Places to Work. Irwin Fritchie is joined by 18 other honorees within the Medium Employer category for organizations that employ between 50 to 249 New Orleans employees.
- Louisiana’s New Prescriptive Periods in Legacy Toxic Tort Matters
On June 3, 2024, Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry signed into law House Bill 315 from the 2024 Regular Legislative Session. House Bill 315 extends the prescriptive period for tort actions in Louisiana from one year to two years, with some exceptions, and repealed Civil Code Articles 3492 and 3493. While this change is relatively straightforward for tort actions arising after the new code article’s effective date, in the context of claims involving legacy toxic exposures, the analysis is more nuanced.
- Irwin Fritchie Celebrates 34 Attorneys Recognized in 2025 Edition of Best Lawyers in America
Irwin Fritchie is proud to announce that 34 attorneys have been recognized in the 2025 Edition of Best Lawyers® in both the New Orleans and Baton Rouge offices.
- Consideration of Louisiana Code of Evidence Rule 702: Modification to Parallel Changed Federal Rule of Evidence 702 – Louisiana Senate Bill 16
Louisiana Code of Evidence Article 702 is the subject of pre-filed Senate Bill SB16, which (as of this writing) has passed the Senate and awaits House action. The bill, if passed, will bring Louisiana Code of Evidence Article 702 in parallel with the new Federal Rule of Evidence 702.
Two modifications to Federal Rule of Evidence 702 became effective on December 1, 2023. Those modifications are as follows...
- Irwin Fritchie Increases Data Security by Achieving ISO 27001 Management Systems Certification
Irwin Fritchie is proud to announce that the firm’s already stringent data management system has now become even more secure through the achievement of the ISO 27001 Management Systems Certification through the BSI Group certification program.
- Ali Spindler Discusses the Need for Equal Parental Leave and Gender Parity within the Legal Industry in Law360
It's no secret that parenting and practicing law are both huge responsibilities. And as attorneys who are parents are making increasingly clear, to truly foster equity in the legal profession, workplaces need to better support all parents, regardless of gender. Fathers need the same parental leave as mothers, and they need to be...
- Sonny Shields Recognized by Tulane School of Architecture for Eight Years of Service as Chair of the Dean's Advisory Council
For the past eight years, Irwin Fritchie Partner, Lloyd N. "Sonny" Shields, has volunteered his time to his alma mater as Chair of the Dean's Advisory Council (DAC) at the Tulane University School of Architecture (TuSA). To commemorate Sonny's time as DAC Chair, Dean Alday penned a letter in the 2023 edition of NewZine – TuSA's annual publication – affectionately titled, "Thank you, Sonny Shields."
- National Hispanic Heritage Month: Partner Spotlight Featuring Carlos Benach and Ali Spindler
During our celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month this year, the Irwin Fritchie Team was honored to sit down for an interview with two of our partners – Ali Spindler and Carlos Benach – to learn about their stories and those of their families as Cuban Americans.
- Irwin Fritchie's Gabrielle Broders and Kelly Brilleaux Shed Light on the Impacts of Tort Taxes in DRI's For the Defense Magazine
In the October 2023 issue of DRI's For the Defense Magazine, Irwin Fritchie's Gabrielle Broders and Kelly Brilleaux discuss the impact tort taxes have on US Citizens and Drug & Device Attorneys.
- John Sinnott Discusses Insurance Coverage Options for Cannabis Operations with Law360
During this interview, Sinnott discusses the differences in appetites for the legalization of recreational and medical cannabis on both the state and federal levels and how that might impact insurance coverage for cannabis operations.
- Irwin Fritchie Celebrates 33 Attorneys Recognized in 2024 Edition of Best Lawyers in America
Irwin Fritchie is proud to announce that 33 attorneys have been recognized in the 2024 Edition of Best Lawyers® in both the New Orleans and Baton Rouge offices.
- Celeste Coco-Ewing Joins Irwin Fritchie Defense Litigation Team
The Irwin Fritchie team is proud to announce that Celeste Coco-Ewing has joined the firm’s defense litigation team. As a litigator, Coco-Ewing has defended several large...
- Irwin Fritchie Achieves Midsize Mansfield Certification PLUS Status
In an announcement made by Diversity Lab, facilitator of the Mansfield Certifications, Irwin Fritchie was named as one of approximately 35 firms, nation-wide, to have achieved Midsize Mansfield Certification PLUS status in 2023.
- Irwin Fritchie Secures Favorable Trial Verdict in Federal Court Trucking Case
Irwin Fritchie Urquhart Moore & Daniels, LLC, has obtained a favorable verdict for a motor carrier following a jury trial involving claims for damages related to a trucking accident in the United States District Court for the Western District of Louisiana.
- Sonny Shields & Betsy Gordon to Speak at the CFMA Louisiana Construction Conference in New Orleans in August
Planning to attend the CFMA Louisiana Construction Conference in New Orleans next week? Be sure to join Irwin Fritchie's own Lloyd "Sonny" Shields and Elizabeth "Betsy" Gordon for their discussion...
- Legends in Legal - Justice Bernette Joshua Johnson
Irwin Fritchie could not be more excited to say, for our inaugural “Legends in Legal” article celebrating African American legal leaders, we had the great pleasure of interviewing Former Louisiana Supreme Court Chief Justice, Bernette Joshua Johnson.
- Introducing Irwin Fritchie's Legends of Legal Series
In Honor of Black History Month, we are sharing the stories of a few prominent and trailblazing African American legal minds in Louisiana
- 30 Irwin Fritchie Attorneys Recognized in 2023 Edition of Best Lawyers in America®
Irwin Fritchie Urquhart & Moore LLC is pleased to announce that 30 Irwin Fritchie attorneys have been recognized in the 2023 Edition of Best Lawyers® as 2023 Best Lawyers in America® and 2023 Best Lawyers in America®: Ones to Watch.
- Timothy F. Daniels Selected as New Irwin Fritchie President
Irwin Fritchie Urquhart Moore & Daniels, LLC, is proud to announce the selection of Timothy F. Daniels as President of the firm effective January 1, 2023.
- Gus Fritchie Named to 2023 New Orleans 500 by Biz New Orleans Magazine
Irwin Fritchie Urquhart Moore & Daniels LLC is pleased to announce that Gus Fritchie has been named to the 2023 New Orleans 500 list by Biz New Orleans
- Irwin Fritchie Adds 3 Attorneys from Shields Law Partners, Expanding Firm's Construction Practice
Irwin Fritchie is pleased to announce that three attorneys from Shields Law Partners have joined the firm, expanding its construction, surety, land use, zoning, and litigation practice.
- Irwin Fritchie Announces Launch of Updated Firm Branding, Including Modernized Website Redesign
Irwin Fritchie Urquhart Moore & Daniels LLC, is excited to announce the launch of updated firm branding, including an updated logo and color scheme, and a more modernized and user-friendly website.
- Nine Irwin Fritchie Attorneys Named "2022 Top Lawyers" by New Orleans Magazine
We are pleased to announce that nine attorneys in the Irwin Fritchie New Orleans office have been named "2022 Top Lawyers" by New Orleans Magazine.
- Timothy F. Daniels Discusses Elevation to Irwin Fritchie New Name Partner with Law360
During this interview, Daniels recalls humble beginnings, long-lasting professional relationships, and the value of shared respect among Irwin Fritchie partners and colleagues.
- Timothy F. Daniels Elevated to Named Member of Irwin Fritchie Urquhart Moore & Daniels
As one of the preeminent trial attorneys in the country, Tim has served as lead counsel in some of the highest profile Multi-District Litigation matters in the country.
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- Irwin Fritchie Recognized in Fifteenth Edition of Best Law Firms - 12 Practice Areas Earn Tier-1 Rankings
Irwin Fritchie is honored to announce the firm's recognition in the fifteenth (2025) edition of Best Law Firms, ranked by Best Lawyers, and also proudly notes that 12 of the firm's practice areas were awarded Tier-1 rankings by the publication, including...
Article - Irwin Fritchie Named One of New Orleans CityBusiness 2024 Best Places to Work
Irwin Fritchie Urquhart Moore & Daniels is proud to announce that it has been named one of New Orleans CityBusiness 2024 Best Places to Work. Irwin Fritchie is joined by 18 other honorees within the Medium Employer category for organizations that employ between 50 to 249 New Orleans employees.
News - Louisiana’s New Prescriptive Periods in Legacy Toxic Tort Matters
On June 3, 2024, Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry signed into law House Bill 315 from the 2024 Regular Legislative Session. House Bill 315 extends the prescriptive period for tort actions in Louisiana from one year to two years, with some exceptions, and repealed Civil Code Articles 3492 and 3493. While this change is relatively straightforward for tort actions arising after the new code article’s effective date, in the context of claims involving legacy toxic exposures, the analysis is more nuanced.
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Publications
- Reviewing the New FRCP Rule 16.1 and Its Impact on MDLs
Louisiana State Bar Association (LSBA) 24th Annual Complex Litigation Symposium
Presentation, PresenterNovember 8, 2024 - Mentoring Mindset: The Art of Developing and Retaining a Solid and Cohesive Legal Team
2024 FDCC Corporate Counsel Symposium
Presentation, PresenterSeptember 16, 2024 - Institutional to Innovative: New Arguments in Products Liability
FDCC 2024 Winter Meeting
Presentation, PresenterFeburary 25, 2024