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David Luder, Business Attorney in New Orleans, Louisiana

Over 18 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Environmental, and Litigation

New Orleans, LA

Practicing business in New Orleans since 2008.

18+
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David Luder is an attorney based in New Orleans, LOUISIANA. The practice focuses on Business, Environmental, and Litigation. David has over 18 years of legal experience.

Based in
New Orleans, LOUISIANA
Experience
over 18 years
Known for
Business · Environmental · Litigation
  • Handles Business, Environmental, and Litigation matters from New Orleans, LOUISIANA.
  • Over 18 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026).

About David Luder: David Luder is an attorney based in New Orleans, LOUISIANA. The practice focuses on Business, Environmental, and Litigation. David has over 18 years of legal experience.

Areas of practice

David's practice areas in New Orleans

David concentrates on business, environmental, litigation, product liability, and securities. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in New Orleans, Louisiana

David takes business matters in New Orleans, Louisiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Environmental cases in New Orleans, Louisiana

David takes environmental matters in New Orleans, Louisiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in New Orleans, Louisiana

David takes litigation matters in New Orleans, Louisiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Product Liability cases in New Orleans, Louisiana

David takes product liability matters in New Orleans, Louisiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Securities cases in New Orleans, Louisiana

David takes securities matters in New Orleans, Louisiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Biography

David Luder, business attorney serving New Orleans

David Luder is an attorney based in New Orleans, LOUISIANA. The practice focuses on Business, Environmental, and Litigation. David has over 18 years of legal experience. David works from New Orleans, Louisiana and takes on business matters across the region.

David N. Luder is the firm's managing partner. He maintains a varied arbitration and litigation practice covering a broad spectrum of industries and disputes. A key focus of David’s practice is financial services arbitration and litigation. He regularly represents domestic and international broker-dealers, banks, hedge funds and registered investment advisors in FINRA and AAA arbitrations across the country and institutional clients and individuals before regulatory bodies at all stages. David also represents European clients in commercial and regulatory matters in connection with their U.S. business interests as well as their international matters. He also has been engaged as a Swiss law expert in litigations pending in the United States and he serves on the AAA Roster of Commercial Arbitrators.

David holds full law degrees from Northwestern University School of Law, Chicago, and the University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland. He began his career with one of the top firms in Zurich, Switzerland, where he maintained a broad cross-border arbitration and litigation practice with a heavy focus on the financial services industry (in German and English, as well as some French). Prior to joining the firm, he practiced as an associate in the international arbitration and securities litigation groups of Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP, in New York. David clerked at both the trial and appellate level, with clerkships at the District Court of Zurich, in Zurich, Switzerland (in German) and at the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, in New Orleans. David repeatedly has been selected to The Best Lawyers in America and as a Future Star by Benchmark Litigation. He was also selected for Benchmark Litigation's Under 40 Hot List and was listed as a Top Lawyer by New Orleans Magazine.

David is a dual citizen of both the United States and Switzerland. Born and (mostly) raised in Zurich, Switzerland, David retains a keen interest in European business and political affairs. David is fluent in English, German, and French.

Working with David on a business matter

David N. Luder is the firm's managing partner. He maintains a varied arbitration and litigation practice covering a broad spectrum of industries and disputes. A key focus of David’s practice is financial services arbitration and litigation. He regularly represents domestic and international broker-dealers, banks, hedge funds and registered investment advisors in FINRA and AAA arbitrations across…

Clients David works with

David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, environmental, and litigation matters in New Orleans and the surrounding Louisiana area.

Credentials

Credentials — where David studied and practices

  • Northwestern University

    J.D. · 2007

  • University of Zurich

    J.D. · 2002

  • University of Zurich

    B.A. · 1999

Jurisdictions

David's state bar admissions

  • Louisiana

    2011 · ACTIVE

  • New York

    2008 · ACTIVE

David studied at J.D. in Northwestern University, J.D. in University of Zurich, and B.A. in University of Zurich.

Law school and academic background

David completed J.D. in Northwestern University, J.D. in University of Zurich, and B.A. in University of Zurich. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in Louisiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

David's legal honors and published work

David has received 8 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Environmental

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Securities Regulation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Environmental (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Securities Regulation (2026).

Locations

David Luder's office in New Orleans

David's primary office is at 909 Poydras Street, Suite 2350, New Orleans, Louisiana, 70112. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

909 Poydras Street, Suite 2350

New Orleans, Louisiana 70112

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Hiring guide

How to hire David Luder — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in New Orleans, Louisiana

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for David

David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about David Luder

  • How much does it cost to hire David for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does David offer a free consultation?

    David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.

  • How long do business cases in Louisiana typically take?

    Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can David take my case if I'm outside New Orleans?

    David is licensed in Louisiana. Matters governed by Louisiana law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — David will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with David?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is David accepting new business clients right now?

    David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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