Brendan N. Hughes, Business Attorney in New Orleans, Louisiana
Over 5 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Energy, and Environmental
AssociateatGalloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith
New Orleans, LA
Practicing business in New Orleans since 2021.
- 5+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Brendan N. Hughes is an associate based in New Orleans, LA. The practice focuses on Business, Energy, and Environmental. Brendan has over 5 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith.
- Based in
- New Orleans, LA
- Experience
- over 5 years
- Known for
- Business · Energy · Environmental
- Handles Business, Energy, and Environmental matters from New Orleans, LA.
- Over 5 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Brendan N. Hughes: Brendan N. Hughes is an associate based in New Orleans, LA. The practice focuses on Business, Energy, and Environmental. Brendan has over 5 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Brendan N. Hughes
Brendan concentrates on business, energy, environmental, general, and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Brendan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in New Orleans, Louisiana
Brendan takes business matters in New Orleans, 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 Brendan agrees to represent you.
Energy cases in New Orleans, Louisiana
Brendan takes energy matters in New Orleans, 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 Brendan agrees to represent you.
Environmental cases in New Orleans, Louisiana
Brendan takes environmental matters in New Orleans, 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 Brendan agrees to represent you.
General cases in New Orleans, Louisiana
Brendan takes general matters in New Orleans, 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 Brendan agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in New Orleans, Louisiana
Brendan takes insurance matters in New Orleans, 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 Brendan agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Brendan N. Hughes — Over 5 years of Louisiana business experience
Brendan N. Hughes is an associate based in New Orleans, LA. The practice focuses on Business, Energy, and Environmental. Brendan has over 5 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith.
Brendan Hughes focuses his practice in a mixture of areas including environmental, insurance, construction, property law, and maritime. Clients know that they can count on Brendan for his ability to understand the big picture while providing insight on the minute details.
With experience that is deep and far-reaching, Brendan is well seasoned in the area of environmental science. Prior to his career in law, Brendan was a senior environmental scientist with a national environmental engineering and science firm. Brendan designed and executed environmental remediation projects for clients including the U.S. EPA, U.S. Air Force, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, and major oil and gas companies. Contaminants of concern included hydrocarbons, heavy metals, chlorinated solvents, amphibole asbestos, and radioactive materials, at Superfund sites, voluntary cleanup sites, legacy sites, and industrial properties throughout the United States. He also worked on hazardous waste management projects, and designed the oil spill response plan for an international oil and gas services company. Additionally, he conducted studies after oil spills for the U.S. EPA and major oil and gas companies aboard helicopters, offshore research vessels, airboats, and at incident command posts. Brendan worked on offshore projects, mapping ocean currents and studying oil spills. His work included extensive report writing and data analysis.
Following this experience and law school, Brendan went on to serve several law firms in the New Orleans area, where he has been involved in various aspects of environmental litigation.
Awards & Recognitions
•Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America - Environmental Law, Insurance Law, Oil and Gas Law, 2026
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Brendan's approach to business cases
Brendan Hughes focuses his practice in a mixture of areas including environmental, insurance, construction, property law, and maritime. Clients know that they can count on Brendan for his ability to understand the big picture while providing insight on the minute details. With experience that is deep and far-reaching, Brendan is well seasoned in the area of environmental science. Prior to his…
Clients Brendan works with
Brendan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, energy, and environmental matters in New Orleans and the surrounding Louisiana area.
Credentials
Brendan N. Hughes's legal education and bar admissions
Tulane University Law School
J.D. Tulane · 2017
University of Notre Dame
B.S. Environmental · 2004
Jurisdictions
Brendan's state bar admissions
Louisiana U.S. Distr
2021 · ACTIVE
Brendan studied at J.D. Tulane in Tulane University Law School and B.S. Environmental in University of Notre Dame.
Law school and academic background
Brendan completed J.D. Tulane in Tulane University Law School and B.S. Environmental in University of Notre Dame. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Brendan runs in Louisiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Brendan's professional memberships and bar associations
Associations •Louisiana State Bar Association
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Locations
Brendan N. Hughes's office in New Orleans
Brendan's primary office is at Hancock Whitney Center, 701 Poydras Street, 40th Floor, New Orleans, LA, 70139. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith
Hancock Whitney Center, 701 Poydras Street, 40th Floor
New Orleans, LA 70139
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How to hire Brendan N. Hughes — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Brendan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Brendan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brendan'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; Brendan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in New Orleans, 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 Brendan
Brendan 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. Brendan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Brendan'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 Brendan N. Hughes
How much does it cost to hire Brendan for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Brendan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Brendan offer a free consultation?
Brendan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brendan's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Brendan'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. Brendan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Brendan take my case if I'm outside New Orleans?
Brendan 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 — Brendan 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 Brendan?
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. Brendan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Brendan accepting new business clients right now?
Brendan'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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