Megan Jackler, Immigration Attorney in New Orleans, Louisiana
Over 17 years of legal practice · focused on Immigration, Insurance, and Maritime
Special CounselatGalloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith
New Orleans, LA
Practicing immigration in New Orleans since 2009.
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- Years practicing
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Megan Jackler is a special counsel based in New Orleans, LA. The practice focuses on Immigration, Insurance, and Maritime. Megan has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith.
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- New Orleans, LA
- Experience
- over 17 years
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- Immigration · Insurance · Maritime
- Handles Immigration, Insurance, and Maritime matters from New Orleans, LA.
- Over 17 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Megan Jackler: Megan Jackler is a special counsel based in New Orleans, LA. The practice focuses on Immigration, Insurance, and Maritime. Megan has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Megan takes on
Megan concentrates on immigration, insurance, and maritime. Each area below outlines the kind of case Megan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Immigration
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Immigration cases in New Orleans, Louisiana
Megan takes immigration 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 Megan agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in New Orleans, Louisiana
Megan takes insurance 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 Megan agrees to represent you.
Maritime cases in New Orleans, Louisiana
Megan takes maritime 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 Megan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Megan Jackler — immigration lawyer in New Orleans
Megan Jackler is a special counsel based in New Orleans, LA. The practice focuses on Immigration, Insurance, and Maritime. Megan has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith.
Megan Jackler is a litigator and former supervisory immigration judge, who brings her expertise gained through years of public service to partner with corporations and businesses in protecting their interests and achieving their objectives. A problem solver, she analyzes and approaches each matter with critical and “outside the box” thinking, collaboration, and compassion. Megan seeks the best outcome for her clients, always working diligently and humbly to accomplish the mission of providing high quality, client-focused, and result-driven representation.
Megan focuses her practice on litigation and immigration. Her experience includes serving as the supervisory immigration judge of the New Orleans Immigration Court, where she balanced supervising judges and staff while managing her own docket with thousands of cases. Megan also served 12 years as a Navy judge advocate (JAG) attorney around the world, including Japan, Afghanistan, Virginia, Mississippi, and Hawaii with experience in prosecution, defense, and in-house counsel.
Outside of her practice, Megan enjoys spending time with her young family, cooking, and playing the ukulele.
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Megan's approach to immigration cases
Megan Jackler is a litigator and former supervisory immigration judge, who brings her expertise gained through years of public service to partner with corporations and businesses in protecting their interests and achieving their objectives. A problem solver, she analyzes and approaches each matter with critical and “outside the box” thinking, collaboration, and compassion. Megan seeks the best…
Clients Megan works with
Megan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for immigration, insurance, and maritime matters in New Orleans and the surrounding Louisiana area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
American University Washington College of Law J.D.
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Barnard College, Columbia University B.A. Political Science Cornell University Certificate in Psychology of Leadership Naval War College Certificate in Joint Professional Military Educatio
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Jurisdictions
Megan's state bar admissions
Virginia Louisiana (
2020 · ACTIVE
New York
2016 · ACTIVE
District of Columbia
2009 · ACTIVE
Megan studied at — in American University Washington College of Law J.D. and — in Barnard College, Columbia University B.A. Political Science Cornell University Certificate in Psychology of Leadership Naval War College Certificate in Joint Professional Military Educatio.
Law school and academic background
Megan completed — in American University Washington College of Law J.D. and — in Barnard College, Columbia University B.A. Political Science Cornell University Certificate in Psychology of Leadership Naval War College Certificate in Joint Professional Military Educatio. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Megan runs in Louisiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Megan's professional memberships and bar associations
Associations •Federal Bar Association
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Locations
Megan Jackler's office in New Orleans
Megan's primary office is at Hancock Whitney Center, 701 Poydras Street, 40th Floor, New Orleans, LA, 70139. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith
Hancock Whitney Center, 701 Poydras Street, 40th Floor
New Orleans, LA 70139
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How to hire Megan Jackler — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new immigration attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Megan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Megan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Megan'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; Megan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a immigration attorney in New Orleans, Louisiana
A short list to run through before you commit: How many immigration 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 Megan
Megan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in immigration practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every immigration 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. Megan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Megan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many immigration practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Megan Jackler
How much does it cost to hire Megan for a immigration case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Megan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Megan offer a free consultation?
Megan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Megan's office. Some immigration attorneys offer free consults — check Megan's current terms during booking.
How long do immigration cases in Louisiana typically take?
Simple immigration 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. Megan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Megan take my case if I'm outside New Orleans?
Megan 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 — Megan 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 Megan?
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. Megan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Megan accepting new immigration clients right now?
Megan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Immigration attorneys serving New Orleans, Baton Rouge and Metairie in Louisiana
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