Business Details
We are Roy M. Bowes & Associates, a Gretna-based law firm that has operated continuously since 1980, bringing over four decades of hands-on legal experience to clients across the Greater New Orleans area and statewide. Our team of seasoned attorneys holds specialized expertise across six core practice areas: family law, estate planning, personal injury, creditors rights, business law, and probate. We have built a robust track record of successfully resolving thousands of cases, from straightforward estate planning documents to complex high-stakes litigation and statewide commercial collections matters. Our attorneys are deeply familiar with Louisiana state and federal court procedures, allowing us to navigate local judicial systems efficiently for clients in Gretna, Metairie, New Orleans, and surrounding parishes. We prioritize transparent, honest communication with every client, ensuring they understand their legal options, potential outcomes, and every step of their case from initial consultation to resolution. When representing clients in contested matters, we zealously advocate for their rights both in and out of court, whether pursuing maximum compensation for personal injury victims or vigorously defending clients facing eviction or collections claims.
For clients seeking proactive legal support, we draft customized, legally sound documents including wills, trusts, prenuptial agreements, and business contracts tailored to their unique needs and goals. Our diverse client base spans individuals from all walks of life, including families navigating divorce, elderly clients planning for end-of-life care, small business owners forming new entities, and financial institutions seeking commercial legal support. We are committed to minimizing stress and delays for our clients, working to resolve legal matters as efficiently as possible without sacrificing the quality of our representation. Our firm has earned recognition as the 2026 Best of Jefferson Parish winner for Estate Law, and we hold a second-place ranking for Family Law, reflecting the trust our community places in our services. We take pride in our reputation for practical, results-driven legal counsel, and we stand ready to fight for the best possible outcome for every client we serve.
For clients seeking proactive legal support, we draft customized, legally sound documents including wills, trusts, prenuptial agreements, and business contracts tailored to their unique needs and goals. Our diverse client base spans individuals from all walks of life, including families navigating divorce, elderly clients planning for end-of-life care, small business owners forming new entities, and financial institutions seeking commercial legal support. We are committed to minimizing stress and delays for our clients, working to resolve legal matters as efficiently as possible without sacrificing the quality of our representation. Our firm has earned recognition as the 2026 Best of Jefferson Parish winner for Estate Law, and we hold a second-place ranking for Family Law, reflecting the trust our community places in our services. We take pride in our reputation for practical, results-driven legal counsel, and we stand ready to fight for the best possible outcome for every client we serve.
Highlights and features
- We have operated as a Louisiana law firm since 1980.
- Our attorneys hold specialized expertise across 6 core practice areas.
- We won 2026 Best of Jefferson Parish for Estate Law.
- We represent clients in all Louisiana state and federal courts.
- We offer free initial telephone consultations for all prospective clients.
Services
Family Law
Our family law practice handles all common domestic legal matters for clients across the Greater New Orleans area. We represent clients in divorce, child support, alimony, paternity, adoption, protective order, and property partition cases. Our team works to resolve these sensitive matters efficiently while protecting our clients rights and minimizing unnecessary stress.
Estate Planning
Our estate planning team helps individuals and families create customized plans to protect their assets and outline end-of-life wishes. We draft legally sound wills, trusts, powers of attorney, living wills, and donation documents tailored to each clients unique needs. Our proactive approach ensures clients wishes are honored and their loved ones are protected from unnecessary legal complications.
Personal Injury
Our personal injury practice represents clients harmed by the negligence of others across Louisiana. We handle cases involving car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, slip and fall incidents, dog bites, and medical malpractice. Our team fights to secure maximum compensation for our clients medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
Creditors' Rights
Our creditors rights practice provides comprehensive legal support for banks, financial institutions, and other creditors statewide. We handle collections, repossessions, foreclosures, deficiency judgment claims, and eviction matters for our commercial clients. Our team has extensive experience navigating Louisiana creditor laws to secure efficient, favorable outcomes for our clients.
Business Law
Our business law practice supports small business owners, entrepreneurs, and corporate clients with all their commercial legal needs. We assist with business formation, contract drafting and review, and commercial litigation for business disputes. Our team works to protect our clients business interests and minimize legal risk across all stages of operations.
