Richard D. Bertram, General Attorney in New Orleans, Louisiana
focused on General and Maritime
New Orleans, LA
Trusted general attorney serving New Orleans.
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Richard D. Bertram is an attorney based in New Orleans, LOUISIANA. The practice focuses on General and Maritime.
- Based in
- New Orleans, LOUISIANA
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- General · Maritime
- Handles General and Maritime matters from New Orleans, LOUISIANA.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Transportation Law (New Orleans) (2025).
About Richard D. Bertram: Richard D. Bertram is an attorney based in New Orleans, LOUISIANA. The practice focuses on General and Maritime.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Richard takes on
Richard concentrates on general and maritime. Each area below outlines the kind of case Richard handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General cases in New Orleans, Louisiana
Richard takes general 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 Richard agrees to represent you.
Maritime cases in New Orleans, Louisiana
Richard 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 Richard agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Richard D. Bertram — general lawyer in New Orleans
Richard D. Bertram is an attorney based in New Orleans, LOUISIANA. The practice focuses on General and Maritime.
Richard Bertram is a partner in the Maritime Practice Group. Richard has more than 30 years of experience in admiralty and maritime law. He handles a wide range of domestic and international admiralty and maritime matters, including transactions, litigation, arbitration, appellate, regulatory, and administrative law, marine casualty investigations, regulatory compliance, and marine pollution and environmental matters.
Working with Richard on a general matter
Richard Bertram is a partner in the Maritime Practice Group. Richard has more than 30 years of experience in admiralty and maritime law. He handles a wide range of domestic and international admiralty and maritime matters, including transactions, litigation, arbitration, appellate, regulatory, and administrative law, marine casualty investigations, regulatory compliance, and marine pollution and…
Who Richard represents
Richard reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general and maritime matters in New Orleans and the surrounding Louisiana area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Tulane University
J.D. · 1986
Tulane University
B.A. · 1983
Jurisdictions
Richard's state bar admissions
Louisiana, LA
ACTIVE
Richard studied at J.D. in Tulane University and B.A. in Tulane University.
Law school and academic background
Richard completed J.D. in Tulane University and B.A. in Tulane University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Richard runs in Louisiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Richard has received 3 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Transportation Law (New Orleans)
2025
Best Lawyers in America — Admiralty and Maritime Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Transportation Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Transportation Law (New Orleans) (2025). Best Lawyers in America — Admiralty and Maritime Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Transportation Law (2026).
Locations
Richard D. Bertram's office in New Orleans
Richard's primary office is at 201 Saint Charles Avenue, New Orleans, Louisiana, 70170-5100. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Richard D. Bertram — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Richard usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Richard charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Richard'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; Richard will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in New Orleans, Louisiana
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Richard
Richard discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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. Richard confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Richard's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Richard D. Bertram
How much does it cost to hire Richard for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Richard walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Richard offer a free consultation?
Richard charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Richard's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Richard's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Louisiana typically take?
Simple general 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. Richard gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Richard take my case if I'm outside New Orleans?
Richard 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 — Richard 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 Richard?
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. Richard will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Richard accepting new general clients right now?
Richard'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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