Brandon Kelly Black, Business Attorney in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
focused on Business and Litigation
Baton Rouge, LA
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Brandon Kelly Black is an attorney based in Baton Rouge, LOUISIANA. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation.
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- Baton Rouge, LOUISIANA
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- Business · Litigation
- Handles Business and Litigation matters from Baton Rouge, LOUISIANA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Banking and Finance (2026).
About Brandon Kelly Black: Brandon Kelly Black is an attorney based in Baton Rouge, LOUISIANA. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation.
Areas of practice
Brandon's practice areas in Baton Rouge
Brandon concentrates on business and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Brandon handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Brandon takes business matters in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brandon agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Brandon takes litigation matters in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brandon agrees to represent you.
Biography
Brandon Kelly Black, business attorney serving Baton Rouge
Brandon Kelly Black is an attorney based in Baton Rouge, LOUISIANA. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation. Brandon works from Baton Rouge, Louisiana and takes on business matters across the region.
Brandon Black is a CPA (inactive) and a partner in the Litigation Practice Group, where he advises clients on a range of complex commercial disputes. Brandon represents clients in litigation in state and federal courts and in arbitrations involving business and commercial transactions, the federal False Claims Act, defamation, the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act, consumer banking litigation, construction matters, bankruptcy, foreclosures, creditors’ rights, family business disputes, disputes between shareholders/members, business valuation disputes, succession disputes, the Public Bid Law, state and local tax issues, and all aspects of insurance coverage disputes. He also has handled a broad spectrum of state and local administrative matters before various boards, commissions, and administrative agencies, such as the Louisiana Professional Engineering and Land Surveying Board, the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors, the Louisiana Liquefied Petroleum Gas Commission, and the Louisiana Behavior Analyst Board. Prior to joining Jones Walker, Brandon was a CPA and staff accountant at KPMG. From August 1996 to July 1997, he served as a law clerk to the Honorable Frank J. Polozola of the US District Court for the Middle District of Louisiana. Brandon was an associate from 1997 to 2002 and a partner from 2003 to 2004 at the law firm Taylor, Porter, Brooks & Phillips LLP in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He joined Jones Walker in 2005 and became a partner at the firm in 2006.
How Brandon handles business matters
Brandon Black is a CPA (inactive) and a partner in the Litigation Practice Group, where he advises clients on a range of complex commercial disputes. Brandon represents clients in litigation in state and federal courts and in arbitrations involving business and commercial transactions, the federal False Claims Act, defamation, the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act, consumer…
Who Brandon represents
Brandon reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and litigation matters in Baton Rouge and the surrounding Louisiana area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Brandon studied and practices
Louisiana State University
J.D. · 1996
Louisiana State University
B.A. · 1990
Jurisdictions
Brandon's state bar admissions
Louisiana, LA
ACTIVE
Brandon studied at J.D. in Louisiana State University and B.A. in Louisiana State University.
Law school and academic background
Brandon completed J.D. in Louisiana State University and B.A. in Louisiana State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Brandon runs in Louisiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Brandon's legal honors and published work
Brandon has received 4 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Banking and Finance
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Health Care
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Banking and Finance (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Health Care (2026).
Locations
Brandon Kelly Black's office in Baton Rouge
Brandon's primary office is at 445 North Boulevard, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Brandon Kelly Black — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Brandon usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Brandon charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brandon's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Brandon will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Brandon
Brandon discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Brandon confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Brandon's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Brandon Kelly Black
How much does it cost to hire Brandon for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Brandon walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Brandon offer a free consultation?
Brandon charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brandon's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Brandon's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Louisiana typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Brandon gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Brandon take my case if I'm outside Baton Rouge?
Brandon is licensed in Louisiana. Matters governed by Louisiana law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Brandon will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Brandon?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Brandon will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Brandon accepting new business clients right now?
Brandon's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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