Sara Peters Scurlock

Sara Peters Scurlock, Insurance Attorney in Metairie, Louisiana

Over 21 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance, Litigation, and Product Liability · 4.5/5 rating from 8 verified client reviews

PartneratStaines, Eppling & Kenney, LLC

Metairie, LA

Practicing insurance in Metairie since 2005.

21+
Years practicing
4.5 ★
8 client reviews
1
Bar admission

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Sara Peters Scurlock is a partner based in Metairie, LA. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Product Liability. Sara has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Staines, Eppling & Kenney, LLC. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 8 client reviews.

Based in
Metairie, LA
Experience
over 21 years
Known for
Insurance · Litigation · Product Liability
  • Handles Insurance, Litigation, and Product Liability matters from Metairie, LA.
  • Over 21 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About Sara Peters Scurlock: Sara Peters Scurlock is a partner based in Metairie, LA. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Product Liability. Sara has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Staines, Eppling & Kenney, LLC. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 8 client reviews.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Sara takes on

Sara concentrates on insurance, litigation, product liability, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sara handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Insurance cases in Metairie, Louisiana

Sara takes insurance matters in Metairie, 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 Sara agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Metairie, Louisiana

Sara takes litigation matters in Metairie, 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 Sara agrees to represent you.

Product Liability cases in Metairie, Louisiana

Sara takes product liability matters in Metairie, 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 Sara agrees to represent you.

Workers Comp cases in Metairie, Louisiana

Sara takes workers comp matters in Metairie, 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 Sara agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Sara Peters Scurlock — insurance lawyer in Metairie

Sara Peters Scurlock is a partner based in Metairie, LA. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Product Liability. Sara has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Staines, Eppling & Kenney, LLC. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 8 client reviews.

Sara Peters Scurlock is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, insurance coverage, insurance defense and 2 other areas of law. Sara received a B.A. degree from University of Southern Mississippi in 2001, and has been licensed for 21 years. Sara practices at Staines, Eppling & Kenney, LLC in Metairie, LA.

Sara's approach to insurance cases

Sara Peters Scurlock is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, insurance coverage, insurance defense and 2 other areas of law. Sara received a B.A. degree from University of Southern Mississippi in 2001, and has been licensed for 21 years. Sara practices at Staines, Eppling & Kenney, LLC in Metairie, LA.

The kind of cases Sara takes

Sara reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance, litigation, and product liability matters in Metairie and the surrounding Louisiana area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Tulane University Law School

    J.D. · 2005

  • University of Southern Mississippi

    B.A. English · 2001

Jurisdictions

Sara's state bar admissions

  • Louisiana U.S. Distr

    2005 · ACTIVE

Sara studied at J.D. in Tulane University Law School and B.A. English in University of Southern Mississippi.

Law school and academic background

Sara completed J.D. in Tulane University Law School and B.A. English in University of Southern Mississippi. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sara runs in Louisiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Sara has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

Sara's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Louisiana State, Federal and American Bar Associations Association of Women Attorneys

    membership

Locations

Sara Peters Scurlock's office in Metairie

Sara's primary office is at 3500 North Causeway Blvd. Suite 820, Metairie, LA, 70002. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Staines, Eppling & Kenney, LLC

3500 North Causeway Blvd. Suite 820

Metairie, LA 70002

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Sara Peters Scurlock — 4.5/5 rating from 8 verified client reviews

Every review below is from a verified client of Sara. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing insurance attorneys in Metairie.

4.5

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Hiring guide

How to hire Sara Peters Scurlock — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Sara charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sara'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; Sara will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Metairie, Louisiana

A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance 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 Sara

Sara discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every insurance 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. Sara confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Sara's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Sara Peters Scurlock

  • How much does it cost to hire Sara for a insurance case?

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

  • Does Sara offer a free consultation?

    Sara charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sara's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Sara's current terms during booking.

  • How long do insurance cases in Louisiana typically take?

    Simple insurance 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. Sara gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Sara take my case if I'm outside Metairie?

    Sara 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 — Sara 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 Sara?

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

  • Is Sara accepting new insurance clients right now?

    Sara's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Insurance attorneys serving Metairie, New Orleans and Baton Rouge in Louisiana

Sara handles insurance matters throughout Louisiana. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified insurance attorneys in that community.

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