Kris Thompson, Personal Injury Attorney in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Over 11 years of legal practice
Baton Rouge, LA
Practicing personal injury in Baton Rouge since 2015.
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Kris Thompson is an attorney based in Baton Rouge, LOUISIANA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Kris has over 11 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Baton Rouge, LOUISIANA
- Experience
- over 11 years
- Known for
- Personal Injury
- Handles Personal Injury matters from Baton Rouge, LOUISIANA.
- Over 11 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026).
About Kris Thompson: Kris Thompson is an attorney based in Baton Rouge, LOUISIANA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Kris has over 11 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Kris takes on
Kris concentrates on personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kris handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury cases in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Kris takes personal injury matters in Baton Rouge, 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 Kris agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Kris Thompson — personal injury lawyer in Baton Rouge
Kris Thompson is an attorney based in Baton Rouge, LOUISIANA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Kris has over 11 years of legal experience.
Kris Thompson has worked in the New Orleans office of Baron & Budd since 2018. As part of the firm’s Mesothelioma Litigation Group, Mr. Thompson represents clients harmed by exposure to asbestos. His determination to obtain justice for victims of corporate greed sprang from his first representation of asbestos clients at Roussel & Clement in Mandeville, Louisiana. Advocating now for Baron & Budd’s mesothelioma patients has only intensified Mr. Thompson’s passion for representing individuals who don’t always have the knowledge or resources to help themselves. “I am dedicated to protecting those who have been harmed by companies that profit from failing to ensure the safety of others”. He is admitted to practice law before all Louisiana state courts, as well as the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana.
Kris Thompson received his juris doctor from the Paul M. Hebert Law Center at Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, where he was a quarterfinalist in the Ira S. Flory Mock Trial Competition and served as vice president of the campus Torts Society and served on the Barristers Bowl team. He also holds a degree in political science from Southeastern Louisiana University in Hammond. While in law school, Mr. Thompson served a judicial externship under Judge Jewel E. “Duke” Welch of the Louisiana Court of Appeal, First Circuit, in Baton Rouge.
Kris Thompson was born, raised and educated in southeast Louisiana and is deeply familiar with the area’s customs, traditions, and strong ethical and religious backgrounds. He enjoys being able to utilize his legal training and knowledge to provide thorough representation to severely injured mesothelioma patients in complex litigation, perhaps appreciating the one-on-one communication he has with our clients best of all. “I am honored to represent individuals and families through one of the most medically, emotionally and financially challenging times in their lives. I take special pride in the strong, personal relationships I’ve built with them”.
How Kris handles personal injury matters
Kris Thompson has worked in the New Orleans office of Baron & Budd since 2018. As part of the firm’s Mesothelioma Litigation Group, Mr. Thompson represents clients harmed by exposure to asbestos. His determination to obtain justice for victims of corporate greed sprang from his first representation of asbestos clients at Roussel & Clement in Mandeville, Louisiana. Advocating now for Baron &…
Who Kris represents
Kris reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury matters in Baton Rouge and the surrounding Louisiana area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Louisiana State University
J.D. · 2017
Southeastern Louisiana University
B.A. · 2013
Jurisdictions
Kris's state bar admissions
Louisiana, Louisiana
2015 · ACTIVE
Kris studied at J.D. in Louisiana State University and B.A. in Southeastern Louisiana University.
Law school and academic background
Kris completed J.D. in Louisiana State University and B.A. in Southeastern Louisiana University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kris runs in Louisiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Kris has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026).
Locations
Kris Thompson's office in Baton Rouge
Kris's primary office is at 2600 Citiplace Drive, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70808. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Kris Thompson — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kris usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kris charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kris'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; Kris will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury 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 Kris
Kris discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury 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. Kris confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kris's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kris Thompson
How much does it cost to hire Kris for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kris walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kris offer a free consultation?
Kris charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kris's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Kris's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in Louisiana typically take?
Simple personal injury 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. Kris gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kris take my case if I'm outside Baton Rouge?
Kris 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 — Kris 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 Kris?
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. Kris will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kris accepting new personal injury clients right now?
Kris's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Personal Injury attorneys serving Baton Rouge, New Orleans and Metairie in Louisiana
Kris handles personal injury matters throughout Louisiana. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified personal injury attorneys in that community.
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