The experience needed to win.
When it comes to the most challenging, high-stakes trials, we fiercely defend our clients, fight for the most favorable outcomes, and work diligently to win.
After all, win is part of the Irwin Fritchie name.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Irwin Fritchie is an equal opportunity employer, committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting attorneys and staff at all levels who are diverse in race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, creed, religion, age, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, and marital status. Recognizing that a diverse workplace is a strength, we foster a culture and environment of inclusion. Our goal is to become the law firm of choice for all attorneys, staff, and clients. Our internal diversity committee ensures that our firm recruits and retains attorneys and staff from all walks of life. We frequently sponsor diversity CLEs and fairs. Irwin Fritchie is a signatory to the Louisiana State Bar Association’s Diversity Statement.
The Latest from Irwin Fritchie
Irwin Fritchie is proud to announce that 34 attorneys have been recognized in the 2025 Edition of Best Lawyers® in both the New Orleans and Baton Rouge offices.
- Consideration of Louisiana Code of Evidence Rule 702: Modification to Parallel Changed Federal Rule of Evidence 702 – Louisiana Senate Bill 16
Louisiana Code of Evidence Article 702 is the subject of pre-filed Senate Bill SB16, which (as of this writing) has passed the Senate and awaits House action. The bill, if passed, will bring Louisiana Code of Evidence Article 702 in parallel with the new Federal Rule of Evidence 702.
Two modifications to Federal Rule of Evidence 702 became effective on December 1, 2023. Those modifications are as follows...
- Irwin Fritchie Increases Data Security by Achieving ISO 27001 Management Systems Certification
Irwin Fritchie is proud to announce that the firm’s already stringent data management system has now become even more secure through the achievement of the ISO 27001 Management Systems Certification through the BSI Group certification program.
- Sonny Shields Recognized by Tulane School of Architecture for Eight Years of Service as Chair of the Dean's Advisory Council
For the past eight years, Irwin Fritchie Partner, Lloyd N. "Sonny" Shields, has volunteered his time to his alma mater as Chair of the Dean's Advisory Council (DAC) at the Tulane University School of Architecture (TuSA). To commemorate Sonny's time as DAC Chair, Dean Alday penned a letter in the 2023 edition of NewZine – TuSA's annual publication – affectionately titled, "Thank you, Sonny Shields."
Practice Areas
At Irwin Fritchie, we have consciously focused our practice in areas where we can offer clients superior service and results.