Jane E Armstrong, Employment Attorney in New Orleans, Louisiana
Over 46 years of legal practice · focused on Employment and Employment Contracts · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratPhelps Dunbar LLP
New Orleans, LA
Practicing employment in New Orleans since 1980.
- 46+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Jane E Armstrong is a partner based in New Orleans, LA. The practice focuses on Employment and Employment Contracts. Jane has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Phelps Dunbar LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- New Orleans, LA
- Experience
- over 46 years
- Known for
- Employment · Employment Contracts
- Handles Employment and Employment Contracts matters from New Orleans, LA.
- Over 46 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Jane E Armstrong: Jane E Armstrong is a partner based in New Orleans, LA. The practice focuses on Employment and Employment Contracts. Jane has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Phelps Dunbar LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Jane E Armstrong
Jane concentrates on employment and employment contracts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jane handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Employment Contracts
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Employment cases in New Orleans, Louisiana
Jane takes employment 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 Jane agrees to represent you.
Employment Contracts cases in New Orleans, Louisiana
Jane takes employment contracts 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 Jane agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Jane E Armstrong — Over 46 years of Louisiana employment experience
Jane E Armstrong is a partner based in New Orleans, LA. The practice focuses on Employment and Employment Contracts. Jane has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Phelps Dunbar LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Jane E Armstrong is a lawyer practicing executive compensation, employee benefits. Jane received a A.B. degree from San Diego State University in 1974, and has been licensed for 46 years. Jane practices at Phelps Dunbar LLP in New Orleans, LA.
Jane's approach to employment cases
Jane E Armstrong is a lawyer practicing executive compensation, employee benefits. Jane received a A.B. degree from San Diego State University in 1974, and has been licensed for 46 years. Jane practices at Phelps Dunbar LLP in New Orleans, LA.
Clients Jane works with
Jane reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and employment contracts matters in New Orleans and the surrounding Louisiana area.
Credentials
Jane E Armstrong's legal education and bar admissions
Vanderbilt University
J.D. · 1979
San Diego State University
A.B. With · 1974
Jurisdictions
Jane's state bar admissions
Louisiana
1982 · ACTIVE
New York
1980 · ACTIVE
Jane studied at J.D. in Vanderbilt University and A.B. With in San Diego State University.
Law school and academic background
Jane completed J.D. in Vanderbilt University and A.B. With in San Diego State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jane runs in Louisiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Jane E Armstrong
Jane has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Jane's professional memberships and bar associations
Louisiana State and American
Member: Employee Benefits Committee, Section of Taxation, 1982—) Bar Associations Southwest Benefits Association (Member, Board of Directors, 2005-2007) National Association of Stock Plan Professionals Tulane University School of Law Estate Planning Insti · membership
Locations
Jane E Armstrong's office in New Orleans
Jane's primary office is at Canal Place, 365 Canal Street, Suite 2000, New Orleans, LA, 70130-6534. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Phelps Dunbar LLP
Canal Place, 365 Canal Street, Suite 2000
New Orleans, LA 70130-6534
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Client reviews of Jane E Armstrong — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Jane. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in New Orleans.
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How to hire Jane E Armstrong — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jane usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jane charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jane'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; Jane will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in New Orleans, Louisiana
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Jane
Jane discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. Jane confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jane's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Jane E Armstrong
How much does it cost to hire Jane for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jane walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jane offer a free consultation?
Jane charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jane's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Jane's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Louisiana typically take?
Simple employment 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. Jane gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jane take my case if I'm outside New Orleans?
Jane 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 — Jane 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 Jane?
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. Jane will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jane accepting new employment clients right now?
Jane'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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Jane handles employment matters throughout Louisiana. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
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