Steven Franklin Griffith Jr
Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC • New Orleans, LA
Construction DevelopmentEmployment LawPersonal InjuryRestructuring
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Contact
Email
Phone
(504) 459-0378
Address
201 St Charles Ave Ste 3600, New Orleans, LA, 70170-3600, US
Professional
About
Steven Franklin Griffith Jr. is an attorney with Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC in New Orleans, Louisiana, where he focuses his practice on business law, bankruptcy and debt matters, and employment and labor issues. Based at the firm’s New Orleans office on St. Charles Avenue, he advises clients navigating complex legal and financial challenges with a practical, business-oriented perspective. His work is centered on helping organizations and individuals understand their options, manage risk, and pursue solutions that support long-term stability and success. With extensive experience in his practice areas, Mr. Griffith brings a thoughtful and strategic approach to every matter. He understands that business disputes, debt concerns, and workplace issues can have significant operational and personal consequences, and he is committed to providing clear guidance tailored to each client’s goals. Whether assisting with corporate matters, financial restructuring concerns, or employment-related questions, he works to deliver counsel that is both responsive and grounded in a deep understanding of the law. Clients value Mr. Griffith’s professionalism, accessibility, and commitment to practical results. He strives to build trusted relationships by communicating clearly and focusing on solutions that align with each client’s needs. Through his work, he helps businesses and individuals address legal challenges with confidence and forward-looking strategy.
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
2000 Loyola University Chicago School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1997 Rhodes College BA - Bachelor of Arts
Recognition & Involvement
Publications
2007 Construct! The General Contractor's Gamble: the Risk of Subcontractors' Wage Law Violations 2006 Impact Law Brief Fifth Circuit Holds Assignment Statutes Not Preempted by ERISA 2006 Health Law Litigation (ABA) The Fifth Circuit Continues the Trend of Scaling Back ERISA Preemption 2003 Engage: The Journal of the Federalist Society's Practice Groups Nevada v. Hibbs: An Unsound Departure From the States' Rights Trend 1999 Loyola Law Review If You Scratch My Back, I'll Scratch Yours: Mary Carter Agreements in Louisiana
Associations
Louisiana Bar Foundation Fellow Louisiana Bar Foundation, Grants Committee Member Federal Bar Association Member Federal Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division Board Member Louisiana State Bar Association Member
Speaking
2008 ABA Committee for Liaison The Principal/Subcontractor Relationship: Wage/Hour Issues Post-Katrina 2008 National Teleconference, Lorman Educational Services The Elephant in the Room: Understanding the FLSA in the Construction Industry 2007 Lorman Education Services Taking and Defending Effective Depositions N/A ABA Committee for Liaison The Impact of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 on Employers and the Employment Lawyer N/A ABA Committee for Liaison Recent State and Federal Court Employment Decisions Approving Substantial Front Pay Awards
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