Business Details
Trusted Legal Representation in New Orleans
Vezina & Gattuso is a full-service law firm serving clients in the New Orleans Metropolitan area and nationwide. Our practice spans commercial litigation, whistleblower representation, real estate closings, and succession planning. With decades of combined experience, we provide tailored legal solutions for complex matters including False Claims Act litigation, professional liability defense, and government fraud recovery. Our team has secured over $250 million in government recoveries through qui tam actions, demonstrating our commitment to taxpayer protection. We maintain strategic partnerships with federal agencies and co-counsel networks to deliver comprehensive representation.Our real estate practice, operational for over 40 years, handles residential and commercial transactions, title insurance, and SBA loan closings. Succession planning services focus on efficient estate resolution through debt negotiation and executor guidance. The firm prioritizes early client engagement to minimize costs and prevent disputes across all practice areas. Our attorneys combine specialized expertise with community-focused service, maintaining affiliations with local and national lenders while adhering to the highest ethical standards in legal practice.
Services
Commercial Litigation
Whistleblower Representation
Real Estate Closings
Succession Planning
Business Formation
Highlights and features
- We have recovered over $250 million in government fraud cases
- 40+ years handling complex real estate transactions
- Nationwide network of legal partnerships
- Specialized expertise in False Claims Act litigation
- Proven succession planning strategies minimizing estate costs
Services
Whistleblower Representation
Specialized legal representation for whistleblowers reporting government fraud under Federal and State False Claims Acts. Our attorneys handle pharmaceutical pricing issues, Medicare/Medicaid fraud, and contractor schemes. Qualified relators receive 15-30% of recovered funds through qui tam actions while we coordinate with federal agencies nationwide.
Real Estate Closings
Comprehensive real estate closing services for residential and commercial properties. We prepare purchase agreements, mortgages, and title insurance while handling SBA 7a loans. Our 40+ years of experience ensures proper document preparation, reducing transaction errors and protecting client interests during lease, sale, or refinance processes.
Commercial Litigation
Representation in business-related legal disputes including banking matters, contract enforcement, and corporate conflicts. Our practice covers real estate litigation, professional liability defense, and complex commercial cases. We maintain working relationships with federal agencies and co-counsel networks to address multi-jurisdictional issues effectively.
Succession Planning
Probate services guiding clients through estate settlement after family member deaths. We manage asset distribution, debt negotiation, and executor appointments while minimizing costs through early intervention. Our attorneys help determine necessary administration structures and resolve disputes over property and financial obligations.
Business Formation
Legal establishment of business entities including corporations, LLCs, and partnerships. We provide strategic guidance on organizational structure, compliance requirements, and operational frameworks. This service ensures proper legal foundations for commercial ventures operating in Louisiana and beyond.
People
J. Marc Vezina
Managing Principal
Managing Principal with extensive experience in commercial litigation and whistleblower representation. Oversees firm operations and strategic direction while maintaining active client representation in complex legal matters.
Monica P. Navarro
Attorney
Experienced attorney focusing on professional liability defense and education law. Provides legal counsel in general litigation matters while contributing to the firm's broader practice areas.
Roy J.D. Gattuso
Attorney
Specializes in real estate transactions and business formation. Handles commercial closings, title insurance, and corporate structuring while serving as key contact for local and national lender relationships.
Kelli M Khalaf
Attorney
Legal professional with expertise in succession planning and estate administration. Assists clients with probate matters, debt negotiation, and executor appointment processes.
Scott C Dusang
Attorney
Practicing attorney involved in commercial litigation and whistleblower cases. Contributes to qui tam actions and government fraud recovery efforts across multiple jurisdictions.
Questions
What types of whistleblower cases do you handle?
We specialize in False Claims Act cases involving healthcare fraud, pharmaceutical pricing, government contracts, and transportation industry violations.
How long does a typical real estate closing take?
Most transactions close within 30-60 days when using our services from the initial contract stage, depending on financing requirements.
What succession planning services are available?
We assist with estate administration, debt negotiation, executor appointments, and dispute resolution for both simple and complex probate matters.
Do you handle business formation for out-of-state companies?
Yes, we help establish businesses operating in Louisiana and provide guidance on multi-state compliance requirements.
What whistleblower compensation can I expect?
Qualified relators typically receive 15-30% of recovered funds through successful qui tam litigation under federal and state laws.
Are your attorneys licensed in multiple states?
While primarily Louisiana-licensed, we maintain nationwide co-counsel relationships to handle multi-jurisdictional cases effectively.
