Mark R. 'Tiger' Pharr III, Business Attorney in New Orleans, Louisiana
Over 36 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Construction, and Energy · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
DirectoratGalloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith
New Orleans, LA
Practicing business in New Orleans since 1990.
- 36+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 6
- Bar admissions
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Mark R. 'Tiger' Pharr III is a director based in New Orleans, LA. The practice focuses on Business, Construction, and Energy. Mark has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- New Orleans, LA
- Experience
- over 36 years
- Known for
- Business · Construction · Energy
- Handles Business, Construction, and Energy matters from New Orleans, LA.
- Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Mark R. 'Tiger' Pharr III: Mark R. 'Tiger' Pharr III is a director based in New Orleans, LA. The practice focuses on Business, Construction, and Energy. Mark has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Mark takes on
Mark concentrates on business, construction, energy, general, and health care. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mark handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in New Orleans, Louisiana
Mark 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 Mark agrees to represent you.
Construction cases in New Orleans, Louisiana
Mark takes construction 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 Mark agrees to represent you.
Energy cases in New Orleans, Louisiana
Mark 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 Mark agrees to represent you.
General cases in New Orleans, Louisiana
Mark 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 Mark agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in New Orleans, Louisiana
Mark takes health care 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 Mark agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Mark R. 'Tiger' Pharr III — business lawyer in New Orleans
Mark R. 'Tiger' Pharr III is a director based in New Orleans, LA. The practice focuses on Business, Construction, and Energy. Mark has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
In his over 34 years of practice, Tiger Pharr has found that the most important attribute of a lawyer is effective communication: doing more listening than talking in order to understand the client’s goals and expectations to provide an accurate assessment of the options to resolve a matter through settlement or trial. Tiger has tried more than 40 matters to verdict and resolved thousands of other matters, giving him the experience to provide the best options for resolution.
Tiger’s practice focuses on defending personal injury matters of all types including auto, trucking, maritime incidents arising on offshore platforms and vessels, product liability, and premise liability cases of all types including refineries, drilling rigs, chemical plants, and grocery/convenience stores. He also represents owners, general contractors, sub-contractors of every type, and suppliers in construction litigation cases. Over the years, Tiger has handled employment and harassment matters, D&O, E&O, and other professional liability matters as well as representing various clients in toxic tort cases such as asbestos, silica, benzene, and environmental spill cases. Finally, he has defended a large variety of property damage claims, most notably in the oil and gas space involving lost wells and reservoir damage.
His role as outside general counsel for a diverse range of small local companies has provided him with significant experience drafting and analyzing contracts such as master service agreements, asset and stock purchase/sale agreements, time charters, bareboat charter agreements, and teaming agreements. He regularly advises clients on the validity and enforceability of additional insured and contractual defense and indemnity language. Tiger also advises companies on their cyber exposure and assists them with privacy issues.
Tiger is licensed in Louisiana and Texas and has a full docket of cases in each state. He is the Managing Director of Galloway’s Lafayette and Dallas offices and has maintained a Martindale-Hubbell AV rating for the last 25 years and is ranked as “Preeminent,” the highest distinction Martindale-Hubbell offers.
Tiger is an avid CrossFitter and golfer, and maintains a private pilot’s license with multi-engine and instrument ratings.
Awards & Recognitions
•The Best Lawyers in America - Admiralty and Maritime Law, 2026
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Mark's approach to business cases
In his over 34 years of practice, Tiger Pharr has found that the most important attribute of a lawyer is effective communication: doing more listening than talking in order to understand the client’s goals and expectations to provide an accurate assessment of the options to resolve a matter through settlement or trial. Tiger has tried more than 40 matters to verdict and resolved thousands of…
The kind of cases Mark takes
Mark reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, construction, and energy matters in New Orleans and the surrounding Louisiana area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Louisiana State University Bachelor of Science Louisiana State University Accounting 1986 Louisiana State University Finance 1987 Southern Methodist School of Law
Juris Doctor · 1990
Jurisdictions
Mark's state bar admissions
U.S. Court of Appeal
1995 · ACTIVE
State of Louisiana
1991 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Courts
1991 · ACTIVE
Louisiana
1991 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Courts
1990 · ACTIVE
Texas
1990 · ACTIVE
Mark studied at Juris Doctor in Louisiana State University Bachelor of Science Louisiana State University Accounting 1986 Louisiana State University Finance 1987 Southern Methodist School of Law.
Law school and academic background
Mark completed Juris Doctor in Louisiana State University Bachelor of Science Louisiana State University Accounting 1986 Louisiana State University Finance 1987 Southern Methodist School of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mark runs in Louisiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Mark has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Mark's professional memberships and bar associations
ASSOCIATIONS •Louisiana Bar Association •State Bar of Texas •Federal Bar Association •Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel (LADC) •Federation of Defense & Corporate Counsel (FDCC) •Claims and Litigation Management Alliance (CLM) •Legatus
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Locations
Mark R. 'Tiger' Pharr III's office in New Orleans
Mark'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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Client reviews of Mark R. 'Tiger' Pharr III — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Mark. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in New Orleans.
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How to hire Mark R. 'Tiger' Pharr 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 Mark usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Mark charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mark'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; Mark 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 Mark
Mark 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. Mark confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Mark'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 Mark R. 'Tiger' Pharr III
How much does it cost to hire Mark for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Mark walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Mark offer a free consultation?
Mark charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mark's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Mark'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. Mark gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Mark take my case if I'm outside New Orleans?
Mark 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 — Mark 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 Mark?
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. Mark will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Mark accepting new business clients right now?
Mark'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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