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George J. Fowler III, Business Attorney in New Orleans, Louisiana

focused on Business, Litigation, and Maritime

New Orleans, LA

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George J. Fowler III is an attorney based in New Orleans, LOUISIANA. The practice focuses on Business, Litigation, and Maritime.

Based in
New Orleans, LOUISIANA
Experience
attorney
Known for
Business · Litigation · Maritime
  • Handles Business, Litigation, and Maritime matters from New Orleans, LOUISIANA.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Admiralty and Maritime Law (2026).

About George J. Fowler III: George J. Fowler III is an attorney based in New Orleans, LOUISIANA. The practice focuses on Business, Litigation, and Maritime.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by George J. Fowler III

George concentrates on business, litigation, and maritime. Each area below outlines the kind of case George handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in New Orleans, Louisiana

George 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 George agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in New Orleans, Louisiana

George takes litigation 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 George agrees to represent you.

Maritime cases in New Orleans, Louisiana

George takes maritime 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 George agrees to represent you.

Biography

About George J. Fowler III — Attorney of Louisiana business experience

George J. Fowler III is an attorney based in New Orleans, LOUISIANA. The practice focuses on Business, Litigation, and Maritime.

George J. Fowler, III, is a partner in the Maritime Practice Group, where he focuses on litigation, arbitration, and dispute resolution. George Fowler is an internationally recognized trial lawyer known for his successful record trying hundreds of cases to juries and judges, including numerous high-profile matters, complex litigation, and cases of national concern. George has written and lectured extensively on private international law and world trade and is active in promoting trade and investment for the City of New Orleans. He speaks frequently and has appeared regularly on national television, where he provides commentary and insights on issues involving Cuba and US-Cuba relations. Committed to promoting educational opportunity, George is the founder, chairman emeritus, and a current board member of the New Orleans Hispanic Heritage Foundation. Under his leadership, the organization has awarded more than 800 scholarships to Latino students.He is also deeply involved in human and civil rights issues and has represented a number of clients in matters involving police abuse in New Orleans, negligent treatment of individuals by US authorities, and violations of human rights in Cuba and elsewhere.Born in Havana, Cuba, George became a refugee in the United States at the age of 10. For the past 30 years, he has been pro-bono general counsel of the Cuban American National Foundation, the largest Cuban exile organization in the world. During his tenure, he has worked to have the Cuban dictator indicted for crimes against humanity, genocide, and violations of human rights in various countries, including the United States.He has written extensively on this issue and appeared numerous times on radio and TV shows speaking on the subject. George is also active with the Foundation for Human Rights in Cuba, an organization devoted to supporting the dissident movement in Cuba and aiding Cubans who make it to the United States.George is fluent in Spanish and French.

George's approach to business cases

George J. Fowler, III, is a partner in the Maritime Practice Group, where he focuses on litigation, arbitration, and dispute resolution. George Fowler is an internationally recognized trial lawyer known for his successful record trying hundreds of cases to juries and judges, including numerous high-profile matters, complex litigation, and cases of national concern. George has written and lectured…

The kind of cases George takes

George reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, litigation, and maritime matters in New Orleans and the surrounding Louisiana area.

Credentials

George J. Fowler III's legal education and bar admissions

  • Tulane University

    J.D. · 1975

  • Louisiana State University

    B.S. · 1972

Jurisdictions

George's state bar admissions

  • Louisiana, LA

    ACTIVE

George studied at J.D. in Tulane University and B.S. in Louisiana State University.

Law school and academic background

George completed J.D. in Tulane University and B.S. in Louisiana State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice George runs in Louisiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of George J. Fowler III

George has received 14 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Admiralty and Maritime Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Energy Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — International Arbitration - Commercial

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — International Arbitration - Governmental

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Boy Scouts of America, Diversity in Scouting, ¡Vale la Pena! Award (2019)

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Junior Achievement Business Hall of Fame Laureate (2017)

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — New Orleans Council for Community and Justice, Weiss Award (2013)

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — City of Coral Gables, Florida, Business Development Award (2010)

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — World Trade Center, Thomas F. Cunningham Award (2008)

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Hispanic Chamber of Louisiana, Sanchez to Sanchez to Smith Award (2005)

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Young Leadership Council, Role Model (1999)

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Admiralty and Maritime Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Energy Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — International Arbitration - Commercial (2026). Best Lawyers in America — International Arbitration - Governmental (2026).

Locations

George J. Fowler III's office in New Orleans

George's primary office is at 201 Saint Charles Avenue, New Orleans, Louisiana, 70170-5100. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

201 Saint Charles Avenue

New Orleans, Louisiana 70170-5100

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Hiring guide

How to hire George J. Fowler III — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with George usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

George charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain George'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; George 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 George

George 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. George confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

George'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 George J. Fowler III

  • How much does it cost to hire George for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. George walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does George offer a free consultation?

    George charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain George's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check George'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. George gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can George take my case if I'm outside New Orleans?

    George 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 — George 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 George?

    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. George will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is George accepting new business clients right now?

    George'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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