Carlos A. Benach

Carlos works with various product manufacturers including major pharmaceutical, medical device, and industrial clients on individual and mass-tort actions. He works in all phases of the litigation process, including discovery, expert workup, and trial preparation. He works with national experts to interpret and explain key litigation issues, prepare reports, and develop deposition and trial testimony.

Carlos’ railroad practice includes the defense of employee lawsuits arising under the Federal Employers’ Liability Act as well as the defense of grade-crossing accidents, derailments, and trespasser claims. He also handles various premises liability lawsuits against property owners and merchants in slip-and-fall accidents.

Honors & Recognitions

Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch (2021-2022)

William L. Crowe Scholar

Loyola Law Review's "Best Comment" Award for 2014-2015

Loyola Law Review, Executive Board Member

Judge John R. Brown Moot Court Competition, 2014 Best Oral Advocate, 3rd Place Overall in Tournament

Civic Affiliations

• Catholic Charities, Immigration services volunteer attorney
• Riverdale High School. volunteer baseball coach
• The Tennessee Williams/ New Orleans Literary Festival, volunteer judge
• The National WWII Museum, Strategic Revisioning Focus Group

Professional Affiliations

• Defense Research Institute, Committee for Diversity & Inclusion
• Federal Bar Association, New Orleans Chapter, Young Lawyers Division Board Member
• National Association of Railroad Trial Counsel