Overview

The Cochran Firm – Metairie/New Orleans is a law firm with a practice focused on traumatic brain injury and medical malpractice matters. Over the past four years, the firm has obtained verdicts and settlements in traumatic brain injury cases totaling more than $40,000,000. The firm is designated as a Bar Registry Firm in the area of medical malpractice, reflecting its experience and qualifications in this practice area.

The firm’s senior managing partner, Jeffrey A. Mitchell, was selected by the late Johnnie L. Cochran Jr. (1937–2005) to chair the Medical Malpractice Section for The Cochran Firm, U.S.A., which includes approximately 30 offices nationwide. Mr. Mitchell holds an A.V. rating from the Martindale-Hubbell Legal Directory, its highest peer review rating for legal ability and ethical standards.

Mr. Mitchell is one of approximately twelve attorneys in Louisiana who are Board Certified in medical malpractice law by the American Board of Professional Liability Attorneys. He was also selected for inclusion in the 2012 edition of Louisiana Super Lawyers.

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Best Lawyers Recognized:
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New Orleans

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New Orleans
Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs

Firm Leadership

Rankings

Regional

New Orleans

Tier
3
New Orleans
Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

Cochran Firm New Orleans LLC proudly has 1 lawyer recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2026 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.
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Offices & Contacts

Metairie, LA
Two Lakeway Center, Suite 1500
3850 North Causeway Boulevard
Metairie, LA 70002
United States
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