Kent William Patterson, Class Action Attorney in New Orleans, Louisiana

Kent concentrates on class action, consumer, formation, m&a, and maritime. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kent handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Class Action

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• Consumer

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• Formation

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• M&A

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• Maritime

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• Personal Injury

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• Workers Comp

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Kent's primary office is at 639 Loyola Ave., Ste. 2550, New Orleans, LA, 70113. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire Kent for a class action case?

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

• Does Kent offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do class action cases in Louisiana typically take?

  Simple class action 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. Kent gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

  Kent 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 — Kent 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 Kent?

  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. Kent will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Kent accepting new class action clients right now?

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