Robert Payne Harper, Insurance Attorney in New Orleans, Louisiana
Over 28 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance, Litigation, and Maritime
LA Supreme Court
New Orleans, LA
Practicing insurance in New Orleans since 1998.
- 28+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Robert Payne Harper is a la supreme court based in New Orleans, LA. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Maritime. Robert has over 28 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- New Orleans, LA
- Experience
- over 28 years
- Known for
- Insurance · Litigation · Maritime
- Handles Insurance, Litigation, and Maritime matters from New Orleans, LA.
- Over 28 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Robert Payne Harper: Robert Payne Harper is a la supreme court based in New Orleans, LA. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Maritime. Robert has over 28 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Robert takes on
Robert concentrates on insurance, litigation, maritime, personal injury, and slip & fall. Each area below outlines the kind of case Robert handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance
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Litigation
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Maritime
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Personal Injury
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Slip & Fall
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Insurance cases in New Orleans, Louisiana
Robert 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 Robert agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in New Orleans, Louisiana
Robert takes litigation 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 Robert agrees to represent you.
Maritime cases in New Orleans, Louisiana
Robert 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 Robert agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in New Orleans, Louisiana
Robert takes personal injury 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 Robert agrees to represent you.
Slip & Fall cases in New Orleans, Louisiana
Robert takes slip & fall 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 Robert agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Robert Payne Harper — insurance lawyer in New Orleans
Robert Payne Harper is a la supreme court based in New Orleans, LA. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Maritime. Robert has over 28 years of legal experience.
Mr. Robert Payne Harper is a lawyer practicing toxic torts, insurance defense, admiralty and maritime law and 2 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Boston College in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years. Robert practices in New Orleans, LA.
How Robert handles insurance matters
Mr. Robert Payne Harper is a lawyer practicing toxic torts, insurance defense, admiralty and maritime law and 2 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Boston College in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years. Robert practices in New Orleans, LA.
The kind of cases Robert takes
Robert reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance, litigation, and maritime matters in New Orleans and the surrounding Louisiana area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Tulane University School of Law
J.D. · 1997
Boston College
B.A. · 1994
Jurisdictions
Robert's state bar admissions
Louisiana
1998 · ACTIVE
Robert studied at J.D. in Tulane University School of Law and B.A. in Boston College.
Law school and academic background
Robert completed J.D. in Tulane University School of Law and B.A. in Boston College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Robert runs in Louisiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Robert Payne Harper's office in New Orleans
Robert's primary office is at Judicial Administrator''s Office, 400 Royal St Ste 1190, New Orleans, LA, 70130-8101. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Judicial Administrator''s Office, 400 Royal St Ste 1190
New Orleans, LA 70130-8101
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How to hire Robert Payne Harper — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Robert usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Robert charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robert'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; Robert will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a insurance attorney in New Orleans, Louisiana
A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance 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 Robert
Robert discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every insurance 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. Robert confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Robert's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Robert Payne Harper
How much does it cost to hire Robert for a insurance case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Robert walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Robert offer a free consultation?
Robert charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robert's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Robert's current terms during booking.
How long do insurance cases in Louisiana typically take?
Simple insurance 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. Robert gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Robert take my case if I'm outside New Orleans?
Robert 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 — Robert 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 Robert?
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. Robert will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Robert accepting new insurance clients right now?
Robert'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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