Overview

Rethink. Refine. Rediscover.

Kean Miller is home to more than 235 attorneys across Louisiana and Texas, offering legal support to the people and industries fueling the energy-belt economy. We serve Fortune 500 companies, national businesses, and local enterprises by delivering practical advice and efficient legal services, always with an eye towards cost-effectiveness. In both courtrooms and boardrooms, Kean Miller attorneys craft innovative solutions and strategies that support our clients' pursuit of excellence.

Kean Miller has established itself as a go-to resource for the energy and petrochemical sectors within the energy belt region. Our legal knowledge covers all aspects of upstream, midstream, and downstream activities, along with the various businesses and service providers associated with them.

Our practice has broadened to include nearly every legal area relevant to industries like maritime, construction, manufacturing, tax, hospitality, financial services, and healthcare, among others. We empower businesses and individuals, irrespective of sector, with the legal tools needed for sustainable success.

At Kean Miller, our attorneys are not only skilled practitioners but are also approachable individuals who enjoy collaborating with others, both within the firm and the broader community. Their commitment to clients' goals, coupled with a long-held culture of integrity and value, is central to the Kean Miller experience.

Our devotion is to be there for our clients, anytime and anywhere they need us. With a focus on preparedness, we aim to respond to clients' calls with sound strategies and practical solutions – no matter the urgency.

Clients note the positive return on investment Kean Miller provides as pivotal to their long-term achievements. Our attorneys combine strong business acumen with a commitment to delivering top-quality legal work, while keeping in mind business objectives and the bottom line.

Experience shows that diverse teams are effective decision-makers. Our inclusive culture attracts individuals with varied experiences to join our team. We boast one of the highest percentages of women attorneys and partners in major law firms, alongside a significant representation of minority attorneys.

Kean Miller's dedicated approach to fostering lasting relationships, both internally and externally, ensures our clients' interests are supported beyond any single attorney's tenure. Through careful recruitment, a collaborative team dynamic, and commitment to excellent culture, we prepare to serve clients across generations.

Founded:
1983
Size:
225
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Best Lawyers Recognized:
62

Rankings

National

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National Ranking
Litigation - First Amendment
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2
National Ranking
Admiralty and Maritime Law
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3
National Ranking
Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
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3
National Ranking
Oil and Gas Law

Regional

Baton Rouge

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1
Baton Rouge
Administrative / Regulatory Law
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1
Baton Rouge
Commercial Litigation
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1
Baton Rouge
Communications Law
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1
Baton Rouge
Corporate Law
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1
Baton Rouge
Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
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1
Baton Rouge
Energy Law

Firm Leadership

Rankings

National

Tier
1
National Ranking
Litigation - First Amendment
Tier
2
National Ranking
Admiralty and Maritime Law
Tier
3
National Ranking
Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
Tier
3
National Ranking
Oil and Gas Law

Regional

Baton Rouge

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1
Baton Rouge
Administrative / Regulatory Law
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1
Baton Rouge
Commercial Litigation
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1
Baton Rouge
Communications Law
Tier
1
Baton Rouge
Corporate Law
Tier
1
Baton Rouge
Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
Tier
1
Baton Rouge
Energy Law
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1
Baton Rouge
Energy Regulatory Law
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1
Baton Rouge
Environmental Law
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1
Baton Rouge
Health Care Law
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1
Baton Rouge
Insurance Law
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1
Baton Rouge
Litigation - Environmental
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1
Baton Rouge
Litigation - Intellectual Property
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1
Baton Rouge
Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
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1
Baton Rouge
Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
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1
Baton Rouge
Natural Resources Law
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1
Baton Rouge
Oil and Gas Law
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1
Baton Rouge
Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
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1
Baton Rouge
Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
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1
Baton Rouge
Real Estate Law
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1
Baton Rouge
Tax Law
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1
Baton Rouge
Trademark Law
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2
Baton Rouge
Copyright Law
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2
Baton Rouge
Litigation - Insurance
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2
Baton Rouge
Litigation - Labor and Employment
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2
Baton Rouge
Litigation - Patent
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2
Baton Rouge
Litigation and Controversy - Tax
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2
Baton Rouge
Mergers and Acquisitions Law
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2
Baton Rouge
Patent Law
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2
Baton Rouge
Trusts and Estates

Houston

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1
Houston
Litigation - First Amendment
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1
Houston
Litigation - Trusts and Estates
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1
Houston
Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
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1
Houston
Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
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2
Houston
Admiralty and Maritime Law
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2
Houston
Employment Law - Management
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2
Houston
Insurance Law

Lafayette

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1
Lafayette
Administrative / Regulatory Law
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1
Lafayette
Admiralty and Maritime Law
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2
Lafayette
Energy Law
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2
Lafayette
Oil and Gas Law

New Orleans

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1
New Orleans
Admiralty and Maritime Law
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1
New Orleans
Litigation - Intellectual Property
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1
New Orleans
Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
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1
New Orleans
Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
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2
New Orleans
Administrative / Regulatory Law
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2
New Orleans
Commercial Litigation
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2
New Orleans
Copyright Law
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2
New Orleans
Employment Law - Management
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2
New Orleans
Energy Regulatory Law
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2
New Orleans
Labor Law - Management
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2
New Orleans
Land Use and Zoning Law
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2
New Orleans
Litigation - Environmental
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2
New Orleans
Litigation - Labor and Employment
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2
New Orleans
Litigation and Controversy - Tax
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2
New Orleans
Oil and Gas Law
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2
New Orleans
Tax Law
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2
New Orleans
Utilities Law
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3
New Orleans
Employment Law - Individuals

Shreveport

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Shreveport
Litigation - Labor and Employment
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2
Shreveport
Litigation - Construction

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

Kean Miller proudly has 62 lawyers 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

Baton Rouge, LA
400 Convention Street, Suite 700
P.O. Box 3513
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
United States
Baton Rouge, LA
Estancia Office Park
5035 Bluebonnet Boulevard Suite B
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
United States
Lafayette, LA
600 Jefferson Street, Suite 1101
P.O. Box 2698
Lafayette, LA 70501
United States
New Orleans, LA
Shreveport, LA
Houston, TX
Pennzoil South Tower
711 Louisiana Street Suite 1800
Houston, TX 77002
United States
The Woodlands, TX
1400 Woodloch Forest Drive Suite 400
The Woodlands, TX 77380
United States
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