37+ Years
Legal Experience
About Stephen Rue
Stephen Rue is a prominent attorney in Covington, Louisiana, with extensive experience in personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. With over 35 years in the legal field, he has handled thousands of cases, including multi-million dollar personal injury settlements. Rue was named a 2021 "TOP ATTORNEY" by New Orleans Magazine and is a recognized SUPER LAWYER for 2021.
As the founder of BEST ATTORNEYS OF AMERICA, Rue has earned a reputation for excellence, reflected in his 5-star reviews on Yelp, Google, Avvo, and Lawyers.com. Clients have praised him as "Extremely Competent," "A Beast in the Courtroom," and "Beyond Expectations."
Rue's practice areas include criminal defense for charges such as felonies, misdemeanors, drug offenses, DWI/DUI, domestic violence, and more. He also provides services for expungements and traffic violations. In family law, he is a powerful litigator in divorce and child custody cases and has been voted "Best Divorce Lawyer" by Gambit.
His law firm serves clients throughout New Orleans, Jefferson Parish, St. Tammany Parish, and several other parishes in Louisiana. Rue's offices are located in New Orleans, Kenner, Metairie, Gretna, and Covington, and they offer consultations 24/7. For a consultation, contact him at (504) 529-5000 or (985) 871-0008. (*Free consultation for personal injury and criminal defense clients.)
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
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 areas of law does Stephen Rue specialize in?
Stephen Rue specializes in personal injury, criminal defense, and family law.
How can I contact Stephen Rue for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen Rue at (504) 529-5000 or (985) 871-0008 for a consultation.
Where are Stephen Rue's offices located?
Stephen Rue has offices in New Orleans, Kenner, Metairie, Gretna, and Covington.
What recognitions has Stephen Rue received?
Stephen Rue has been recognized as a 2021 SUPER LAWYER and a "TOP ATTORNEY" by New Orleans Magazine.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact Stephen Rue for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact Stephen for a free case review



