Since joining Gordon Arata in 1985, Steve has concentrated his practice in complex litigation, including class action, bankruptcy, products liability, construction, and franchising law matters. In the last several years, he has personally tried over 10 major commercial and products liability matters. Steve has appeared before all Louisiana Federal and State courts at the trial and appellate level. He represents local and national concerns in complex litigation and trials. Steve was the Articles/Comments Editor of the Law Review of Loyola University in New Orleans. He has written and lectured extensively on various litigation topics. Steve is a member of the Louisiana State, New Orleans, Federal, Fifth Circuit and American Bar Associations (litigation section member). He is also a member of the Thomas More Inn of Court. In addition, he is admitted to practice in Texas. His publications include:Co-author, "Fifth Circuit Symposium: Federal Jurisdiction and Procedure," 36 Loy. L. Rev. 801 (1990) and "First Sale Pricing Treatment for Natural Gas Pipeline Production," 30 Loy. L. Rev. 179 (1984). |