John Price McNamara, Employment Attorney in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Over 36 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Insurance, and SSD · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatJ. Price McNamara: Disability, Life, AD&D Insurance Attorney
Baton Rouge, LA
Practicing employment in Baton Rouge since 1990.
- 36+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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John Price McNamara is a member based in Baton Rouge, LA. The practice focuses on Employment, Insurance, and SSD. John has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at J. Price McNamara: Disability, Life, AD&D Insurance Attorney. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Baton Rouge, LA
- Experience
- over 36 years
- Known for
- Employment · Insurance · SSD
- Handles Employment, Insurance, and SSD matters from Baton Rouge, LA.
- Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About John Price McNamara: John Price McNamara is a member based in Baton Rouge, LA. The practice focuses on Employment, Insurance, and SSD. John has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at J. Price McNamara: Disability, Life, AD&D Insurance Attorney. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
John's practice areas in Baton Rouge
John concentrates on employment, insurance, ssd, wrongful death, and appellate. Each area below outlines the kind of case John handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Employment cases in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
John takes employment 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 John agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
John takes insurance 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 John agrees to represent you.
SSD cases in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
John takes ssd 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 John agrees to represent you.
Wrongful Death cases in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
John takes wrongful death 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 John agrees to represent you.
Appellate cases in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
John takes appellate 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 John agrees to represent you.
Biography
John Price McNamara, employment attorney serving Baton Rouge
John Price McNamara is a member based in Baton Rouge, LA. The practice focuses on Employment, Insurance, and SSD. John has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at J. Price McNamara: Disability, Life, AD&D Insurance Attorney. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. John works from Baton Rouge, Louisiana and takes on employment matters across the region.
After graduating from Loyola Law School in New Orleans in 1990, Price McNamara served as a Federal Judicial Law Clerk to the Honorable John M. Shaw, Chief Judge of the United States District Court for the Western District of Louisiana, from 1990 to 1991. Following his clerkship, he spent several years as an attorney at Hailey, McNamara, Hall, Larmann & Papale in Metairie, Louisiana, where he defended automobile and truck insurers, as well as industrial offshore vessel owners and drilling contractors, in a wide range of personal injury and insurance disputes. During this time, he also earned an advanced master's degree in Environmental Law from Tulane Law School.
In 1995, Mr. McNamara transitioned to public service, serving as a felony trial division prosecutor for the State of Louisiana at the Jefferson Parish District Attorney's Office until 1997. That same year, he founded J. Price McNamara: Disability, Life, AD&D Insurance Attorneys and began using his extensive experience to help professionals, executives, hard-working wage earners, and their families in recovering denied Long Term Disability, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, and Life Insurance Benefits. This includes claims that fall under federal ERISA law, Federal Employees Group Life Insurance (FEGLI), Veterans’ Group Life Insurance (VGLI), and Service Members’ Group Life Insurance (SGLI). With offices in Baton Rouge, New Orleans, and Houston, the firm offers free initial consultations and handles all cases on a contingency basis. The firm selectively takes on cases, limiting the number of active cases to ensure each client receives the full attention and resources they deserve. Clients only pay attorney fees if the firm successfully secures financial compensation through a settlement or trial judgment.
John's approach to employment cases
After graduating from Loyola Law School in New Orleans in 1990, Price McNamara served as a Federal Judicial Law Clerk to the Honorable John M. Shaw, Chief Judge of the United States District Court for the Western District of Louisiana, from 1990 to 1991. Following his clerkship, he spent several years as an attorney at Hailey, McNamara, Hall, Larmann & Papale in Metairie, Louisiana, where he…
Clients John works with
John reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, insurance, and ssd matters in Baton Rouge and the surrounding Louisiana area.
Credentials
Credentials — where John studied and practices
Loyola University J.D. Tulane University LL.M. Energy and Environmental Law
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Loyola University B.B.A.
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Jurisdictions
John's state bar admissions
Texas
2013 · ACTIVE
Louisiana U.S. Court
1990 · ACTIVE
John studied at — in Loyola University J.D. Tulane University LL.M. Energy and Environmental Law and — in Loyola University B.B.A..
Law school and academic background
John completed — in Loyola University J.D. Tulane University LL.M. Energy and Environmental Law and — in Loyola University B.B.A.. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice John runs in Louisiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
John's legal honors and published work
John has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
John Price McNamara's office in Baton Rouge
John's primary office is at 9431 Common Street, Baton Rouge, LA, 70809. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
J. Price McNamara: Disability, Life, AD&D Insurance Attorney
9431 Common Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
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How to hire John Price McNamara — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with John usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
John charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain John'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; John will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 John
John discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. John confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
John's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about John Price McNamara
How much does it cost to hire John for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. John walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does John offer a free consultation?
John charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain John's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check John's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Louisiana typically take?
Simple employment 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. John gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can John take my case if I'm outside Baton Rouge?
John 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 — John 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 John?
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. John will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is John accepting new employment clients right now?
John'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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