Business Details
46 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Representation in Northeast Louisiana
Rankin Yeldell & Katz, A Professional Law Corporation, has served individuals and businesses in Northeast Louisiana for over 45 years. Our firm combines personal attention with decades of courtroom experience in personal injury, family law, governmental law, and commercial litigation. We prioritize integrity, client-focused service, and innovative legal strategies to achieve favorable outcomes. Our attorneys are deeply rooted in the community, offering practical solutions tailored to each client's unique needs.With a reputation for excellence and AV-Preeminent ratings from Martindale-Hubbell, we represent clients in complex legal matters across multiple practice areas. Our commitment to transparency, ethical standards, and local expertise ensures clients receive reliable counsel and dedicated advocacy. We handle cases from initial consultation through trial, emphasizing thorough investigation and aggressive representation when necessary.
Services
Personal Injury
Auto Accidents
Social Security Disability
Family Law
Governmental Law
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- We offer over 45 years of combined courtroom experience in Northeast Louisiana.
- Our attorneys maintain AV-Preeminent peer ratings for legal excellence.
- We serve clients across multiple parishes, including Ouachita and Morehouse.
- Personalized service with direct attorney communication throughout your case.
- No attorney fees unless we recover compensation for your claim.
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent
What people say
Highest rating AV-Preeminent
Reliable counsel
Solid results
Dedicated advocates
Community-focused
Services
Personal Injury
Our personal injury attorneys advocate for clients injured due to negligence, covering auto accidents, workplace injuries, and defective products. We handle negotiations with insurers and pursue trials when necessary to ensure full compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. With over 45 years of experience, we provide tailored strategies to secure fair settlements.
Auto Accidents
We represent victims of car, truck, and motorcycle accidents, focusing on recovering compensation for medical bills and property damage. Our team collaborates with accident reconstruction experts to build strong cases against insurers. Free consultations ensure clients understand their rights and options from the initial stages of their claim.
Social Security Disability
Our firm specializes in appealing denied SSD claims, leveraging extensive experience with federal administrative hearings. We analyze medical records and denial reasons to craft compelling appeals, ensuring compliance with strict deadlines and procedural requirements while maintaining transparent communication with clients.
Family Law
We handle divorce, child custody, and estate planning matters with sensitivity and practical legal guidance. Our attorneys prioritize amicable resolutions but are prepared to litigate when necessary. Services include drafting wills, negotiating spousal support, and ensuring equitable asset division aligned with Louisiana law.
Governmental Law
We counsel school districts and municipalities on employment law, contract disputes, and public liability issues. Our team provides litigation support and policy guidance, maintaining membership in the Louisiana School Board Association to stay current on evolving legal standards affecting public entities.
People
Alex W. Rankin
Attorney
Dedicated Louisiana attorney with decades of experience in personal injury and governmental law. Committed to client advocacy and community service.
Stephen J. Katz
Attorney
Experienced litigator specializing in personal injury and family law. Known for thorough case preparation and client-focused representation.
Questions
What practice areas does Rankin, Yeldell & Katz handle?
We specialize in personal injury, family law, governmental law, auto accidents, and Social Security Disability appeals.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide risk-free initial consultations for injury, accident, and SSD cases with no fees unless we recover compensation.
Which areas do you serve?
We represent clients throughout Northeast Louisiana, including Bastrop, Monroe, and surrounding parishes.
How are attorney fees structured?
We work on a contingency basis for most cases—you pay no fees unless we win your claim.
What experience do your attorneys have?
Our team has over 135 combined years of courtroom experience, with AV-Preeminent peer ratings for legal excellence.
