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For over 50 years, the Law Offices of Richard R. Kennedy have represented personal injury victims in greater Lafayette, LA.

Richard R. Kennedy and Richard R. Kennedy III are aggressive but professional advocates for families affected by acts of negligence.

Learn more about why you should choose our law firm for your personal injury case.

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What Prospective Clients Should Know

Hours

Our office hours are Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and 8 a.m. to noon on Fridays, but we are available to meet at any time based on your needs. Our office is located in the heart of Lafayette, LA.

Free Consultations

Initial consultations with our personal injury attorneys are completely free of charge and obligation. During your consultation, our attorneys will collect information about your case and explain how they can help.

Contingency Fees

In every case, we work exclusively on contingency, which means our fee will be a reasonable percentage of an eventual verdict or settlement. We never collect fees unless and until we secure compensation for clients.

Our Story

FIVE GENERATIONS

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Richard R. Kennedy and Richard R. Kennedy III are part of a long line of lawyers. The Kennedy family has practiced law in Louisiana for five generations. Our attorneys are proud to carry on the legal tradition of their forefathers, and they are honored to serve personal injury victims in Lafayette and all surrounding Acadiana parishes and communities in State and Federal Courts.

Richard R. Kennedy started our law firm in Lafayette over 50 years ago. Richard R. Kennedy III joined the firm in 2000. Together, they have secured millions of dollars for injury victims through fearless, thorough, and dedicated representation.

Joseph Albert Chargois
Joseph Albert Chargois

1840 – 1940

  • He was admitted to the LA Bar in 1871 when Lafayette was known as Vermilionville, LA.
  • He served as District Attorney for 12 years and then entered into the private practice of civil and criminal law.
John Lewis Kennedy
John Lewis Kennedy

1871 – 1929

  • Graduated Tulane Law School (Class 1899 – Valedictorian)
  • He practiced criminal and civil law in New Orleans and then in Lafayette, LA.
Richard R. Kennedy Sr.
Richard R. Kennedy Sr.

1914- 1948

  • Graduated from Louisiana State University Law School in the 1930s.
  • He practiced civil law in Lafayette, LA.
Richard R. Kennedy III
Richard R. Kennedy III

Partner

Richard R. Kennedy
Richard R. Kennedy

Partner

Our Approach

Our lawyers, Richard R. Kennedy and Richard R. Kennedy III, only handle cases involving the seriously injured and their families. We know that all cases (and ultimate decisions) belong to our clients. Therefore, we actively involve our clients by helping them gain a fundamental knowledge of the laws pertaining to their cases.

We pledge unsurpassed dedication to every client and always provide:

  • A copy of everything we send and receive relating to a case
  • An open line of communication with our legal team, even at nights, on weekends, and on holidays
  • Full discussion, review, and explanation of all pleadings, discovery, and briefs before filing them

We act on the assumption that every case will go to trial. We will never sell you short or leave money on the table by avoiding a trial. We will only explore settlement possibilities, either through direct negotiation or through mediation, if we believe your opponent is willing to settle for fair compensation. We will never agree to settle without your consent.

Louisiana’s Trusted Trial Lawyersfor the Seriously Injured

Our Areas of Focus

Maritime Injuries
Maritime Injuries

Our attorneys are intimately familiar with the Jones Act and are uniquely qualifies to represent men and women injured at sea.

Motor Vehicle Accidents
Motor Vehicle Accidents

If someone in your family has suffered a serious injury after a car, truck, or motorcycle accident, our lawyers can help.

Wrongful Death
Wrongful Death

In the most tragic circumstances, our personal injury attorneys can represent your family with compassion and sensitivity.

We Fight to Win Fair Compensation

Legal deadlines, medical bills, lost wages, and the pain that lingers after an accident can build up and feel overwhelming. The Law Offices of Richard R. Kennedy in Lafayette, Louisiana, offer the peace of mind that comes with knowing you have diligent, committed car accident attorneys on your side. Our injury lawyers, Richard R. Kennedy and Richard R. Kennedy III are personally committed to success in every case they take. They have won millions on behalf of injured clients, such as a recent 3.2 million dollar settlement in a bicycle collision case.
If you’re interested in learning more about how our noted car accident attorneys can help you, contact our law firm either by leaving a message online or by giving us a call at the number below.

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What Our
Clients Are Saying

National Association of Distinguished Counsel

National Association of Distinguished Counsel

Super Lawyers®
Super Lawyers®

Super Lawyers®

The American College of Trial Lawyers

The American College of Trial Lawyers

Martindale-Hubbell® (AV Preeminent® Rating)

Martindale-Hubbell® (AV Preeminent® Rating)

The American College of Trial Lawyers

The American College of Trial Lawyers

Office Location

309 Polk St
Lafayette, LA 70501

Contact Us337-232-1934

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