Mark N. Mallery, Employment Attorney in New Orleans, Louisiana
New Orleans, LA
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Mark N. Mallery is an attorney based in New Orleans, LOUISIANA. The practice focuses on Employment.
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- Handles Employment matters from New Orleans, LOUISIANA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026).
About Mark N. Mallery: Mark N. Mallery is an attorney based in New Orleans, LOUISIANA. The practice focuses on Employment.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Mark N. Mallery
Mark concentrates on employment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mark handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in New Orleans, Louisiana
Mark 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 Mark agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Mark N. Mallery — Attorney of Louisiana employment experience
Mark N. Mallery is an attorney based in New Orleans, LOUISIANA. The practice focuses on Employment.
Mark Mallery is the Managing Shareholder of the firm’s office in New Orleans, where he has practiced labor and employment law for over twenty-five years. A problem-solver for employers, Mark has acted as lead counsel on complex disputes, including Sarbanes-Oxley whistleblower claims before the Office of Administrative Law Judges; pattern and practice and class based claims prosecuted by the EEOC; collective actions under the Fair Labor Standards Act; and class-based discrimination claims with the U.S. Department of Labor’s Civil Rights Center. Mark has also litigated a variety of “intellectual property” issues, including disputes involving non-compete covenants, trade secrets, non-solicitation of customer and employee agreements, confidentiality and proprietary obligations, fiduciary and loyalty duties, and the duty under the antitrust laws to refrain from “predatory hiring.”On the traditional labor side, Mark has represented management in union organizing campaigns, collective bargaining, work stoppages and unfair labor practice charges. As an advisor to employers, Mark has developed employment practices and systems, has written contracts and employment policies and has trained managers on their implementation. Mark was the Editor-in-Chief of the treatise, Employment Termination – Rights & Remedies (BNA and ABA, 2nd Ed. Supp. 2003), and has authored many other published articles on employment law issues during his career. He has spoken at dozens of national conferences on employment law issues, including the Georgetown Employment Law & Litigation Institute, the ABA Labor & Employment Law Section’s Annual CLE Conference, the ABA Annual Meeting, the Industrial Relations Research Association’s Annual Meeting, and the LIMRA/LOMA Compliance and Market Conduct Exchange. Mark is the youngest Louisiana Fellow in the College of Labor and Employment Lawyers. He is also listed in Best Lawyers in America; Louisiana Super Lawyers; International Who’s Who of Management Labour and Employment Lawyers; Chambers USA: America’s Leading Business Lawyers; Corporate Counsel, The Business Magazine for the Chief Legal Officer; Louisiana Life Magazine’s Top Attorneys in Louisiana; and New Orleans Magazine’s Louisiana’s Top Lawyers.
How Mark handles employment matters
Mark Mallery is the Managing Shareholder of the firm’s office in New Orleans, where he has practiced labor and employment law for over twenty-five years. A problem-solver for employers, Mark has acted as lead counsel on complex disputes, including Sarbanes-Oxley whistleblower claims before the Office of Administrative Law Judges; pattern and practice and class based claims prosecuted by the EEOC;…
Who Mark represents
Mark reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment matters in New Orleans and the surrounding Louisiana area.
Credentials
Mark N. Mallery's legal education and bar admissions
University of Mississippi
J.D. · 1986
Mississippi State University
— · 1983
Jurisdictions
Mark's state bar admissions
Louisiana, Louisiana
ACTIVE
Mark studied at J.D. in University of Mississippi and — in Mississippi State University.
Law school and academic background
Mark completed J.D. in University of Mississippi and — in Mississippi State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mark runs in Louisiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Mark N. Mallery
Mark has received 18 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trade Secrets Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Class Actions
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Defense
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employment
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trade Secrets
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Wage-Hour Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Whistleblowers
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers USA
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Louisiana Super Lawyer (2007-2013)
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Trade Secrets Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Class Actions (2026).
Locations
Mark N. Mallery's office in New Orleans
Mark's primary office is at 701 Poydras Street, Suite 3500, New Orleans, Louisiana, 70139. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Client reviews of Mark N. Mallery
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How to hire Mark N. Mallery — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Mark usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Mark charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mark'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; Mark 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 Mark
Mark 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. Mark confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Mark'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 Mark N. Mallery
How much does it cost to hire Mark for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Mark walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Mark offer a free consultation?
Mark charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mark's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Mark'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. Mark gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Mark take my case if I'm outside New Orleans?
Mark 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 — Mark 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 Mark?
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. Mark will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Mark accepting new employment clients right now?
Mark'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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