Louis Thomas represents clients in all aspects of civil litigation with an emphasis on commercial litigation and insurance defense. His practice focuses on the defense of claims related to general liability, premises liability, personal injury, trucking, and transportation matters.

Prior to joining Wilson Elser, Louis gained valuable experience at several Louisiana firms, where he successfully represented corporations and individuals in a broad range of litigation matters, including personal injury, premises liability, subrogation, and disputes arising from commercial trucking and auto accidents. Louis’s experience doing plaintiff-side work at a personal injury firm enables him to anticipate plaintiffs’ arguments and develop effective defense strategies to achieve favorable outcomes for clients. Previously, Louis worked at a premier national insurance company.

    Education

    • Loyola University New Orleans College of Law (J.D., 2016)
    • Tulane University (B.S.M. Finance, 2007)

    Bar Admissions

    • Louisiana
    • Texas

    Court Admissions

    • U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana
    • U.S. District Court, Middle District of Louisiana
    • U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana
    • U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of Louisiana
    • U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas

    Awards & Honors

    • Selected for inclusion in Louisiana Super Lawyers ® Rising Stars™, 2022-2025
    • National Black Lawyers Top 40 Under 40, 2024