Ashley L. Belleau
Lugenbuhl, Wheaton, Peck, Rankin & Hubbard • New Orleans, LA
Construction DevelopmentBusiness LitigationClass ActionsFinancial InstitutionsGeneral Practice
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Contact
Email
abelleau@lawla.com
Phone
(504) 636-6926
Address
601 Poydras Street, New Orleans, LA, 70130, US
Professional
About
Ashley L. Belleau is a distinguished partner at Lugenbuhl, Wheaton, Peck, Rankin & Hubbard, located in the vibrant city of New Orleans, LA. With a comprehensive practice encompassing business litigation, class actions, financial institutions, general practice, insurance, and real estate, Ashley is committed to guiding her clients through the complex landscape of legal and business challenges. Leveraging her extensive experience as a former business owner since 1988, Ashley offers invaluable insights into the operational intricacies of running a business. She adeptly minimizes her clients' legal and business risk exposure, crafting tailored solutions that empower clients to make informed decisions. From start-ups to established enterprises, Ashley assists business owners and entrepreneurs at every stage, whether it’s securing financing, providing ongoing legal counsel, or navigating disputes and potential dissolution. Recognized as a Louisiana Super Lawyer in Business Litigation, Ashley provides expert guidance on a wide range of legal matters, including bankruptcies, contracts, environmental issues, and professional malpractice. Her mediation and arbitration skills have been honed over more than a decade as a member of the Panel of Arbitrators and Mediators for FINRA and the New York Stock Exchange. Notably, she played a pivotal role in mediating over 350 hurricane wind damage disputes through the Louisiana Department of Insurance Hurricane Mediation Program. Ashley’s professional accolades include her selection in the inaugural edition of the Martindale Hubbell® Bar Register of Preeminent Women Lawyers™, an honor that recognizes the top tier of women lawyers. A native of Mobile, Alabama, Ashley earned her B.A. from Newcomb College and her J.D. from Tulane University School of Law, where she also clerked for Judge Henry A. Mentz, Jr. She has served as the 83rd National President of the Federal Bar Association and continues to represent the FBA as a Delegate to the American Bar Association. Ashley L. Belleau is a trusted ally for businesses and individuals alike, offering a wealth of knowledge and experience to navigate the complexities of legal affairs.
About Construction Development Law
Construction attorneys handle legal matters in the building industry including contracts, disputes, liens, and regulatory compliance. Common matters include construction contracts, mechanic's liens, defect claims, delay disputes.
Credentials
Education
1984 Tulane University Law School JD - Juris Doctor 1980 Newcomb College of Tulane University BA - Bachelor of Arts
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2016 Super Lawyer, Louisiana Super Lawyers 2016 Leadership in Law Award, New Orleans CityBusiness 2012 AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell 2012 2012 Women of the Year, New Orleans CityBusiness 2011 Super Lawyer, Louisiana Super Lawyers
Publications
2016 Business Torts Louisiana Chapter Editor 2016 Fifty State Construction Lien and Bond Law, Second Edition Louisiana Chapter, Co-Author 2016 State-by-State Guide to Architect, Engineer, and Contractor Licensing Louisiana Chapter, Co-Author 2012 The Fidelity Law Journal Effecting Recovery and Subrogation in Specialized Situations 2006 Louisiana Bar Journal Bankruptcy Nationwide Service: Does it Equate to Personal Jurisdiction?
Associations
American Bar Association FINRA f/k/a NASD Mediator 2010 - 2011 Federal Bar Association President 2009 - 2010 Federal Bar Association President-Elect 1999 - 2000 Federal Bar Association (New Orleans Chapter) President
Speaking
2014 ABA Fidelity and Surety Law Committee Mid-Winter Program "Endorsements Related to Title and Escrow Agents"
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