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Jimmy Simien

Jimmy Simien

Simien & Associates

44+ Years

Legal Experience

About Jimmy Simien

Jimmy Simien established Simien & Simien, LLC in 1989, focusing on a diverse range of legal areas including Admiralty and Maritime, Class Actions, Constitutional Law, Criminal Defense, Mass Tort, Personal Injury, and Wrongful Death. The firm also has notable expertise in Insurance Bad Faith, Insurance Claims, Bankruptcy, and Commercial Law, along with select criminal defense cases.

During his career at the firm, Jimmy was selected by his peers as section chief of the ATLA Litigation Committee for CCA (Chromated Copper Arsenate) Wood, concentrating on cases involving toxic leakage from CCA-treated wood. This role was a result of Jimmy's groundbreaking work on national litigation concerning CCA wood.

Jimmy Simien has managed complex cases involving severe personal injuries to children, such as brain injuries and near-drowning incidents. He contributed to the publication, "Children and Injuries," and has authored articles on environmental and toxic tort issues.

After graduating from law school, Jimmy served as a law clerk in the Civil District Court for the 19th Judicial District in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He was subsequently appointed as an Assistant Attorney General by the Louisiana Attorney General and the Louisiana Department of Justice. In this role, he worked in both civil and criminal divisions, starting as a white-collar crime prosecutor in the Medicare/Medicaid Fraud Control Unit, and later as a civil lawyer within the Department of Justice’s Civil Division. His work involved organizing and collecting extensive documentation for complex litigation.

The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.

Practice Areas

Maritime Law
Construction Law
Civil Rights
Criminal Law
Personal Injury
Bankruptcy
Insurance Claims
Business Law
Construction Contracts
Construction Defects
Construction Liens
Construction Litigation
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Discrimination
Employment

Louisiana Car Accident Laws

Understanding Louisiana's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:

Statute of Limitations

1 year

Time limit to file a claim

Negligence Rule

pure comparative fault

How fault is determined

Min. Insurance (BI/PD)

$15K/$30K/$25K

Per person/per accident/property

Insurance System

At-Fault

At-fault driver's insurance pays

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Jimmy Simien's main areas of practice?

Jimmy Simien specializes in Admiralty and Maritime, Class Actions, Constitutional Law, Criminal Defense, Mass Tort, Personal Injury, and Wrongful Death.

What leadership roles has Jimmy Simien held?

Jimmy Simien was chosen as section chief of the ATLA Litigation Committee for CCA Wood, focusing on litigation involving toxic substances.

What is Jimmy Simien's educational background?

After law school, Jimmy Simien served as a law clerk in the Civil District Court for the 19th Judicial District in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

What experience does Jimmy Simien have with the Department of Justice?

He worked as an Assistant Attorney General in both civil and criminal divisions, including the Medicare/Medicaid Fraud Control Unit.

Has Jimmy Simien published any works?

Yes, he is a contributing author to 'Children and Injuries' and has written articles on environmental and toxic tort issues.

Contact Information

626 Broad Street Lake Charles LA 70601
Calcasieu County, LA
8003748422 Visit Website

Need Legal Help?

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After an Accident

  1. 1Seek immediate medical attention
  2. 2Document the scene & gather evidence
  3. 3File a police report
  4. 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
  5. 5Contact Jimmy for a free case review

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