Barrasso Usdin Kupperman Freeman & Sarver LLC
United States 2025
Overview
Barrasso Usdin Kupperman Freeman & Sarver, L.L.C. is a litigation law firm based in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Firm has experience litigating complex civil cases throughout the country, including all types of commercial disputes, class actions, environmental cases, intellectual property cases, insurance bad faith and coverage cases, and securities arbitrations, litigation, and regulatory matters. For more information, please visit www.BarrassoUsdin.com.
Rankings
National
Tier
3
National Ranking
Securities RegulationRegional
New Orleans
Tier
1
New Orleans
Appellate PracticeTier
1
New Orleans
Bet-the-Company LitigationTier
1
New Orleans
Commercial LitigationTier
1
New Orleans
Environmental LawTier
1
New Orleans
Insurance LawTier
1
New Orleans
Litigation - EnvironmentalHighlighted Client Comments
These featured testimonials reflect a sampling of client experiences. As every legal matter is unique—comments are personal opinions, not guarantees of future results.
Appellate Practice
Judy Barrasso of Barrasso Usdin Kupperman Freeman & Sarver is a very skilled and knowledgeable appellate attorney, having achieved many successful results in appellate cases for her clients, including in large exposure cases.
Litigation - Securities
Brilliant and effective lawyers at every level of the firm.
Anthony DiLeo
Anthony M. DiLeo, APCCommercial Litigation
The Barrasso firm is an exceptional litigation firm. We entrust their trial lawyers with our biggest litigation matters—particularly those higher risk matters where resolution by trial is likely or possible. Further, they're able to staff our matters with highly talented lawyers who advance our diversity goals and commitments. We're proud to have Barrasso as our litigation partner and trusted advisor.
Charlie Price
Eaton CorporationCommercial Litigation
I've had a really incredible experience working with Michael Balascio over the past 8 years. His consistent guidance has been invaluable to the growth of our organization. Incredibly thankful for his help and would highly recommend him.
Commercial Litigation
I would hire Barrasso Usdin Kupperman Freeman & Sarver again.
Insurance Law
Knowledgeable and cost-effective.
Theodore Henke
Senior Vice President & General Counsel – OIL Insurance Ltd.Commercial Litigation
Barrasso Usdin Kupperman Freeman & Sarver offers a personalized approach, with transparency towards risk vs reward and upfront cost structure. They have strong individual skill sets with the support across the board on multiple areas of expertise via the management of client relationship from one lawyer perspective.
Xavier Favre
FX AdvisorsLitigation - Securities
We worked with George Freeman and Chrissy Calogero at Barrasso Usdin Kupperman Freeman & Sarver on a FINRA arbitration. We were extremely satisfied with their work, will use them again, and would highly recommend them to others.
Juanita Kuhner
Hancock Whitney – Vice President Corporate CounselLitigation - Securities
I would highly recommend Barrasso Usdin for securities litigation matters. They match high quality work and expertise with top notch service, while always being cost conscious and cost efficient.
Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
Rick Sarver of Barrasso Usdin is a superb trial lawyer. His team is top-notch. He makes difficult concepts simple and has a great instinct. He and his team work extremely well with other law firms in a virtual firm model. You couldn't go wrong with Rick as your trial counsel.
Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
Barrasso Usdin Kupperman Freeman & Sarver has assisted my company in many complicated cases over the past decade. I find their expertise and professionalism to be without match. Craig Isenberg and Richard Sarver are two of the finest lawyers I have ever been associated with.
Charles Harper
CITGO Petroleum CorporationLitigation - Securities
George Freeman is one of, if not the best securities litigators in the country. He is very creative as an attorney, is tenacious in his representation but also always a consummate gentleman. Barrasso Usdin also has decent depth in this area.
Rankings
National
Tier
3
National Ranking
Securities RegulationRegional
New Orleans
Tier
1
New Orleans
Appellate PracticeTier
1
New Orleans
Bet-the-Company LitigationTier
1
New Orleans
Commercial LitigationTier
1
New Orleans
Environmental LawTier
1
New Orleans
Insurance LawTier
1
New Orleans
Litigation - EnvironmentalTier
1
New Orleans
Litigation - InsuranceTier
1
New Orleans
Litigation - SecuritiesTier
1
New Orleans
Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - DefendantsTier
1
New Orleans
Product Liability Litigation - DefendantsTier
1
New Orleans
Securities RegulationTier
2
New Orleans
Litigation - Regulatory Enforcement (SEC, Telecom, Energy)Practice Areas
Barrasso Usdin Kupperman Freeman & Sarver LLC has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 12 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
- Appellate Practice
- Bet-the-Company Litigation
- Commercial Litigation
- Complex Litigation
- Environmental Law
- Insurance
- International Arbitration - Commercial
- Litigation - Environmental
- Litigation - Insurance
- Litigation - Securities
- Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
- Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®
Barrasso Usdin Kupperman Freeman & Sarver LLC proudly has 15 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
Client Comments
A strong relationship between a client and their law firm is key to achieving the best possible outcomes. Open communication, trust, and collaboration ensure that attorneys understand each client’s unique goals and needs. Choosing the right firm means finding a team with the experience, knowledge, and dedication to guide you through every stage of the legal process.
Client comments reflect personal opinions and individual experiences. Every case is different, and outcomes depend on specific facts and circumstances. Past results and testimonials do not guarantee similar outcomes in future matters. For personalized legal advice, consult directly with an experienced attorney who can evaluate your specific situation and provide tailored guidance.
Awards
Barrasso Usdin Kupperman Freeman & Sarver LLC is honored to be recognized for excellence by Best Law Firms and other leading legal industry organizations. Our rankings and awards reflect the dedication, skill, and results our attorneys deliver across a wide range of practice areas. In addition to our Best Law Firms awards, Barrasso Usdin Kupperman Freeman & Sarver LLC has earned accolades from respected national and regional publications for outstanding legal service and professional achievement. Explore our awards below to learn more about how Barrasso Usdin Kupperman Freeman & Sarver LLC continues to set the standard for quality legal representation.
Benchmark Litigation, Louisiana Litigation Firm of the Year, 2022
This is the 8th time the firm has won this award. The firm was also named Louisiana Firm of the Year in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2018, 2019, and 2020.
This is the 8th time the firm has won this award. The firm was also named Louisiana Firm of the Year in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2018, 2019, and 2020.
Offices & Contacts
New Orleans, LA
909 Poydras Street, Suite 2350
New Orleans, LA 70112
United States
New York, NY
300 Park Avenue, 2nd Floor
New York, NY 10022
United States