Francis A. Waguespack IV
DirectoratGalloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith
New Orleans, LA
Practicing employment in New Orleans since 2015.
- 11+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Francis A. Waguespack IV is a director based in New Orleans, LA. The practice focuses on Employment, Energy, and Maritime. Francis has over 11 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith.
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- New Orleans, LA
- Experience
- over 11 years
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- Employment · Energy · Maritime
- Handles Employment, Energy, and Maritime matters from New Orleans, LA.
- Over 11 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Francis A. Waguespack IV: Francis A. Waguespack IV is a director based in New Orleans, LA. The practice focuses on Employment, Energy, and Maritime. Francis has over 11 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith.
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Francis A. Waguespack IV represents clients in New Orleans, Louisiana across the following areas of law. Each area links to other verified attorneys with the same focus.
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About Francis A. Waguespack IV
Francis Waguespack efficiently evaluates claims and the related legal issues to achieve the client’s goals in a cost-effective and timely fashion while keeping the client both informed and in control. When litigation is necessary, Francis has the skills and helpful relationships that come with experience, regularly appearing before the United States Department of Labor, the Office of Administrative Law Judges, and the Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs, as well as the Louisiana Office of Workers’ Compensation.
Francis focuses his practice on the defense of cases arising under the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA), Defense Base Act (DBA), Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act (OCSLA), Federal Employer Liability Act (FELA), admiralty and maritime law, employment discrimination, and the Louisiana Workers’ Compensation Act. Prior to working in private practice, Francis Waguespack served as an Attorney Advisor to the Honorable Clement Kennington with the U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Administrative Law Judges. His work with Judge Kennington focused on issues arising under the Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act, Defense Base Act, Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act, Black Lung Benefits Act (BLBA), and whistleblower cases arising under the Federal Rail Safety Act (FRSA), Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), Surface Transportation Assistance Act (STAA), and several other acts.
In his free time, Francis enjoys attending LSU football and baseball games and enjoying life in New Orleans, including visiting the city’s many restaurants.
Presentations & Publications
•“The Impact of Prior Claims on Settlements,” Loyola University College of Law and the U.S. Department of Labor, 2025
•“Hot Topics in State Workers’ Compensation and Longshore Claims: State Workers’ Compensation and Longshore Navigating Complex Claims,” presented CEU, July 31, 2024
•“Workers’ Compensation in Louisiana: Critical Essentials from Both Sides of the Aisle,” presented to LA workers’ compensation adjusters, June 30, 2021
•“Handling Ethical and Moral Dilemmas,” presented to LA workers’ compensation and liability adjusters - October 14, 2020
•“Effective and Recorded Statements,” presented to adjusters who handle Louisiana state workers’ compensation and LHWCA claims, October 16, 2019
Awards & Recognitions
•Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America - Labor and Employment Law - Management, Oil and Gas Law, Workers’ Compensation Law - Employers, 2026
•LSBA Young Lawyers Division Top 40 Young Lawyer Award Recipient, 2024
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Credentials
Education
Loyola University of New Orleans Schools of Law J.D.
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Louisiana State University B.A.
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Jurisdictions
Bar admissions
Louisiana U.S. Distr
2015 · ACTIVE
Affiliations
Professional memberships
ASSOCIATIONS •Louisiana State Bar Association •DOL-Joint Bar Association •National Association of Railroad Trial Counsel •St
membership
Thomas More Inn of Court
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Locations
Office locations
Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith
Hancock Whitney Center, 701 Poydras Street, 40th Floor
New Orleans, LA 70139
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What areas of law does Francis A. Waguespack IV practice?
Francis A. Waguespack IV focuses on Employment, Energy, Maritime, and Workers Comp.
Where is Francis A. Waguespack IV located?
Francis A. Waguespack IV primarily serves clients in New Orleans, Louisiana, with an office at Hancock Whitney Center, 701 Poydras Street, 40th Floor.
How experienced is Francis A. Waguespack IV?
Francis A. Waguespack IV has 11 years of legal practice, having been licensed since 2015.
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