Kelsey Bonnaffons, Construction Attorney in Mandeville, Louisiana
Over 12 years of legal practice · focused on Construction, General, and Insurance
DirectoratGalloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith
Mandeville, LA
Practicing construction in Mandeville since 2014.
- 12+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Kelsey Bonnaffons is a director based in Mandeville, LA. The practice focuses on Construction, General, and Insurance. Kelsey has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith.
- Based in
- Mandeville, LA
- Experience
- over 12 years
- Known for
- Construction · General · Insurance
- Handles Construction, General, and Insurance matters from Mandeville, LA.
- Over 12 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Kelsey Bonnaffons: Kelsey Bonnaffons is a director based in Mandeville, LA. The practice focuses on Construction, General, and Insurance. Kelsey has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Kelsey takes on
Kelsey concentrates on construction, general, insurance, maritime, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kelsey handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Construction
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Product Liability
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Workers Comp
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Construction cases in Mandeville, Louisiana
Kelsey takes construction matters in Mandeville, 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 Kelsey agrees to represent you.
General cases in Mandeville, Louisiana
Kelsey takes general matters in Mandeville, 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 Kelsey agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Mandeville, Louisiana
Kelsey takes insurance matters in Mandeville, 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 Kelsey agrees to represent you.
Maritime cases in Mandeville, Louisiana
Kelsey takes maritime matters in Mandeville, 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 Kelsey agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Mandeville, Louisiana
Kelsey takes product liability matters in Mandeville, 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 Kelsey agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Kelsey Bonnaffons — construction lawyer in Mandeville
Kelsey Bonnaffons is a director based in Mandeville, LA. The practice focuses on Construction, General, and Insurance. Kelsey has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith.
Kelsey believes that effective communication is key to being a successful client advocate. Assessing client-specific goals and strategic business considerations is critical to developing a case strategy suited to the particular needs of each client-whether that means a settlement or a vigorous trial defense.
With an emphasis on insurance defense, insurance coverage, and workers’ compensation, Kelsey represents insurance carriers and private businesses in civil litigation in state and federal court.
A native of New Orleans, Kelsey is active in the community and passionate about charity work. She chairs Galloway’s Hogs for the Cause team, which raises money to support families of children with pediatric brain cancer, and works with Take Paws Rescue, a New Orleans-based animal rescue.
Awards & Recognitions
•The Best Lawyers in America - Insurance Law, 2026
•LSBA Young Lawyers Division Top 40 Young Lawyer Award Recipient, 2024
•Finalist for Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel 2019 Frank L. Maraist Award
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Kelsey's approach to construction cases
Kelsey believes that effective communication is key to being a successful client advocate. Assessing client-specific goals and strategic business considerations is critical to developing a case strategy suited to the particular needs of each client-whether that means a settlement or a vigorous trial defense. With an emphasis on insurance defense, insurance coverage, and workers’ compensation,…
Clients Kelsey works with
Kelsey reviews new inquiries case-by-case for construction, general, and insurance matters in Mandeville and the surrounding Louisiana area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Tulane University
J.D. · 2014
Student Attorney, Domestic Violence Clinic Member, Sports Law Society University of Florida
B.A. · 2011
Jurisdictions
Kelsey's state bar admissions
Texas U.S. District
2022 · ACTIVE
Louisiana
2014 · ACTIVE
Kelsey studied at J.D. in Tulane University and B.A. in Student Attorney, Domestic Violence Clinic Member, Sports Law Society University of Florida.
Law school and academic background
Kelsey completed J.D. in Tulane University and B.A. in Student Attorney, Domestic Violence Clinic Member, Sports Law Society University of Florida. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kelsey runs in Louisiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Kelsey's professional memberships and bar associations
Associations •State Bar Association of Texas •Louisiana State Bar Association •New Orleans Bar Association •Federal Bar Association •Hogs for the Cause Fund •Boys Town Louisiana, Board of Directors
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Locations
Kelsey Bonnaffons's office in Mandeville
Kelsey's primary office is at #3 Sanctuary Boulevard, Suite 301, Mandeville, LA, 70471. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith
#3 Sanctuary Boulevard, Suite 301
Mandeville, LA 70471
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How to hire Kelsey Bonnaffons — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new construction attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kelsey usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kelsey charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kelsey'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; Kelsey will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a construction attorney in Mandeville, Louisiana
A short list to run through before you commit: How many construction 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 Kelsey
Kelsey discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in construction practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every construction 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. Kelsey confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kelsey's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many construction practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kelsey Bonnaffons
How much does it cost to hire Kelsey for a construction case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kelsey walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kelsey offer a free consultation?
Kelsey charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kelsey's office. Some construction attorneys offer free consults — check Kelsey's current terms during booking.
How long do construction cases in Louisiana typically take?
Simple construction 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. Kelsey gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kelsey take my case if I'm outside Mandeville?
Kelsey 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 — Kelsey 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 Kelsey?
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. Kelsey will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kelsey accepting new construction clients right now?
Kelsey'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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