John Philip Graf
Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
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John Philip (“J.P.”) Graf represents clients in commercial disputes and litigation, including energy, construction, banking, property, and general commercial litigation. He is also experienced in product liability, premises liability, industrial accidents, and maritime and offshore matters. He has served as lead trial counsel and co-counsel, managing litigation matters from intake through trials and appeals, in state and federal courts throughout Louisiana. “If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it well enough.” Albert Einstein. J.P. takes this approach to the courtroom, boiling down complex, fact-intensive matters into a simple and effective message.Additionally, J.P. utilizes his litigation experience to effectively represent and assist clients in the start-up, acquisition and divestiture of their businesses.Before graduating from law school, J.P. clerked for the Honorable Patrick J. Hanna, U.S. Magistrate Judge for the Western District of Louisiana. During law school, he interned at the United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Louisiana. Moreover, while in law school, J.P. was published in the Journal of Energy Law and Resources.Apart from work, J.P. enjoys hunting, watching ULL and LSU sporting events, and attending local festivals with his family. John Philip (“J.P.”) Graf represents clients in commercial disputes and litigation, including energy, construction, banking, property, and general commercial litigation. He is also experienced in product liability, premises liability, industrial accidents, and maritime and offshore matters. He has served as lead trial counsel and co-counsel, managing litigation matters from intake through trials and appeals, in state and federal courts throughout Louisiana. “If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it well enough.” Albert Einstein. J.P. takes this approach to the courtroom, boiling down complex, fact-intensive matters into a simple and effective message.Additionally, J.P. utilizes his litigation experience to effectively represent and assist clients in the start-up, acquisition and divestiture of their businesses.Before graduating from law school, J.P. clerked for the Honorable Patrick J. Hanna, U.S. Magistrate Judge for the Western District of Louisiana. During law school, he interned at the United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Louisiana. Moreover, while in law school, J.P. was published in the Journal of Energy Law and Resources.Apart from work, J.P. enjoys hunting, watching ULL and LSU sporting events, and attending local festivals with his family. John Philip (“J.P.”) Graf represents clients in commercial disputes and litigation, including energy, construction, banking, property, and general commercial litigation. He is also experienced in product liability, premises liability, industrial accidents, and maritime and offshore matters. He has served as lead trial counsel and co-counsel, managing litigation matters from intake through trials and appeals, in state and federal courts throughout Louisiana. “If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it well enough.” Albert Einstein. J.P. Hanna, U.S. Magistrate Judge for the Western District of Louisiana. During law school, he interned at the United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Louisiana. Moreover, while in law school, J.P. was published in the Journal of Energy Law and Resources.Apart from work, J.P. enjoys hunting, watching ULL and LSU sporting events, and attending local festivals with his family.
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Debra Garcia
Our company faced a significant contractual dispute with a former joint venture partner in the energy sector, involving overlapping claims of breach and property damage. The situation was legally dense and threatened to derail our operations. We engaged J.P. Graf based on his firm's reputation and his specific recognition in commercial litigation and energy law. From our first meeting, his command of the intricate details of both Louisiana law and the energy industry's standard practices was evident. He didn't just litigate; he strategized. J.P. meticulously analyzed our position, clearly explained the risks and pathways, and advocated for us with tenacity and professionalism. His dual focus on commercial disputes and the nuances of energy projects was exactly what we needed. The matter was resolved favorably through a negotiated settlement that protected our interests completely. His eight years of experience, particularly in Lafayette's unique commercial landscape, were apparent throughout. We are deeply grateful for his exceptional service and would confidently recommend him to any business navigating complex litigation.
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