Lesli D. Harris

Advertising Law

3.0 (1 reviews)

New Orleans, Louisiana

17+ years experience

Kelly Hart & Hallman LLP

Updated: Jan 04, 2026

Contact Information

504 434-6727

https://www.kellyhart.com/attorney/lesli-d-harris/

400 Poydras Street, Suite 1812, New Orleans, LA 70130

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Bio

Lesli D. Harris focuses her practice primarily on intellectual property, sports and entertainment law, and emerging companies. She has also successfully handled class action defense and general business litigation. Prior to joining the firm, Ms. Harris was a partner at Stone Pigman Walther Wittman in New Orleans, Louisiana, and was formerly Chief of Staff and Executive Counsel to the President at Loyola University.Ms. Harris received her LL.M in Trade Regulation, with a concentration in Intellectual Property, from New York University School of Law. She earned her J.D., cum laude, from Tulane University School of Law, and her B.A. from the University of Virginia. She is licensed to practice law in Louisiana and New York. Prior to joining the firm, Ms. Harris was a partner at Stone Pigman Walther Wittman in New Orleans, Louisiana, and was formerly Chief of Staff and Executive Counsel to the President at Loyola University. Ms. Harris received her LL.M in Trade Regulation, with a concentration in Intellectual Property, from New York University School of Law. She earned her J.D., cum laude, from Tulane University School of Law, and her B.A. from the University of Virginia. She is licensed to practice law in Louisiana and New York.

Practice Areas

Advertising Law

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Advertising Law
Recognized: Litigation - Intellectual Property
Recognized: Trade Secrets Law
Recognized: Trademark Law
Practice Area: Sports Law
Chambers USA, Louisiana, Spotlight, 2021-2024Intellectual Property Law
Intellectual Property Law
Best Lawyers in America®, U.S. News & World Report, 2024-2026Advertising LawLitigation – Intellectual PropertyTrade Secrets LawTrademark Law
Advertising Law
Litigation – Intellectual Property
Trade Secrets Law
Trademark Law
Louisiana Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters, 2018-2025Intellectual Property Law
Top 25 Women Louisiana Super Lawyers, Louisiana Life Magazine, 2022,2023
New Orleans CityBusiness Women of the Year Honoree, 2022
Top Lawyer, New Orleans Magazine, 2018, 2020-2023Intellectual Property LawCommunications Law
Communications Law
Leadership in Law, New Orleans CityBusiness, 2013, 2017, 2021
Louisiana Super Lawyers Rising Star, Thomson Reuters, 2014, 2015Intellectual Property Law
40 Under 40, Gambit’s, 2014
Martindale-Hubble AV Preeminent
Forum for Equality Acclaim Award

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2024

Education

New York University, LLM, graduated 2008
Tulane University, J.D., graduated 2002

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Reviews

Christopher Cox

2 weeks ago

Competent on IP matters, but communication could be more consistent

I engaged Lesli Harris to assist my small tech startup in New Orleans with a trademark dispute that had potential trade secret implications. Her background from NYU and her recognition in intellectual property law were clear assets; she understood the nuances of the case immediately and provided solid, strategic advice on our defense. Her 17 years of experience, particularly with emerging companies, meant she was familiar with the pressures we faced. The outcome of the matter was satisfactory and aligned with her competent guidance. However, my experience was a mixed bag. While the legal work itself was proficient, there were noticeable delays in email responses and updates, which created some anxiety during a fast-moving process. At times, it felt like we had to follow up to stay in the loop. Additionally, for a firm of Kelly Hart & Hallman's stature, I found the billing structure and some administrative aspects to be less streamlined than expected. Ms. Harris is undoubtedly knowledgeable in her fields of IP and business law, and I would not hesitate to acknowledge her expertise. Yet, for the premium level of service implied by her profile and recognitions, I had hoped for more proactive communication and a smoother client experience overall.