Company Research Report: Pugh Accardo LLC
Company Overview
- Name: Pugh Accardo LLC
- Mission: To provide high-quality litigation services with a commitment to diversity and creativity, serving clients in a personalized manner.
- Founded: 2008
- Founders: Formed by a team of seasoned litigators
- Key People:
- Christopher E. Carey, Special Partner
- Larry Pugh, Partner
- Headquarters: No information is available
- Number of Employees: No information is available
- Revenue: No information is available
- Noteworthy For:
- Providing competent litigation practice at a national, regional, and statewide level.
- Emphasizing “trial readiness” to ensure favorable settlements and competent trial representation.
Products and Services
Services Offered
Pugh Accardo LLC specializes in the following practice areas:
1. Toxic Torts and Environmental Litigation
2. Class Actions, Mass Actions, and Multi-District Litigation
3. Admiralty and Maritime Law
4. Workers’ Compensation and Employer Liability
5. Franchise Law
6. General Civil Litigation
7. Intellectual Property Law
8. Insurance Defense
High-Level Description and Key Features
- Litigation Services: Known for their trial readiness, the firm provides extensive litigation services with a focus on achieving favorable settlements.
- Diversity in Practice: The firm values diversity to enrich creativity and effectiveness in legal practices, bringing varied perspectives to the practice of law.
- Comprehensive Defense: With a mantra of “trial readiness”, the firm prepares to take cases to verdict, ensuring competent representation even in settlement scenarios.
Recent Developments
Notable Achievements
- Marine Insurance Coverage Dispute: Successful dismissal of a Direct Action claim involving marine general liability insurance, showcasing prowess in Admiralty and Maritime Law.
- Recognition as a Top Law Firm: Ranked in the 2025 edition of Best Law Firms® for professional excellence across 8 practice areas.
New Initiatives and Partnerships
- Sponsorship and Community Engagement: Sponsored WWNO – New Orleans Public Radio to host StoryCorps, furthering community engagement.
- Educational Contributions: Participation in the Louisiana State Bar Association Complex Litigation Symposium with Larry Pugh contributing insights on asbestos litigation.
- Support for Legal Societies: Sponsored the Greater New Orleans Louis A. Martinet Legal Society’s 2024 Jazz Brunch & Scholarship Gala.
Honors and Awards
- 2024 Top Lawyer Recognition: Chris Carey recognized as a 2024 New Orleans Top Lawyer in Admiralty & Maritime Law.
- Best Lawyers® Distinction: Inclusion of 7 lawyers in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®, affirming the firm’s stature in legal excellence.
Conclusion
Pugh Accardo LLC stands out for its comprehensive litigation services, emphasis on trial readiness, and commitment to diversity. Their recent accolades and community involvement highlight their ongoing contributions to the legal field and society.
