Business Practice

“Fishman Haygood LLP is recognized for its full-service corporate practice across the region and for its strong bench of transactional experts. The team regularly handles high-value M&A, private and public offerings and SEC regulatory matters for its diverse client base. It is also noted for its advice on corporate governance, risk management and takeover defense. The team draws on additional experience in areas such as real estate and banking, while also impressing in private equity and venture capital transactions. [Its] strong real estate practice is recognized for its extensive experience across residential, industrial and commercial projects. [The team is] experienced in a full range of transactional matters, including bond financing, acquisitions, disposals and tax credits.” —Chambers and Partners USA (2024)

Fishman Haygood’s goal is to achieve desirable outcomes for all parties by bringing our clients creative, collaborative solutions, no matter how complex the deal. Our lawyers value the importance of completing transactions in a timely and efficient manner, so we match our clients’ sense of urgency by providing responsive service and superior legal advice. The firm’s fearless—yet disciplined—approach, as well as our commitment to quality, is evidenced by our long-standing client relationships.

Clients and peers have consistently recognized our firm and its lawyers for their experience, professionalism, and innovation. In the 2025 edition of Best Law Firms®, Best Lawyers® recognized the firm with a “First-Tier Ranking” in the areas of Banking and Finance, Corporate Law, Equipment Finance Law, Mergers & Acquisitions, Real Estate Law, and Securities/Capital Markets. Chambers & Partners USA ranked the firm Band 1 in Louisiana for Corporate/M&A and Real Estate, as well as Band 2 in Banking & Finance, for 2024.

Additionally, Chambers has recognized our partners as top practitioners in their fields, and many of our attorneys are listed annually in The Best Lawyers in America^® and the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America^®, as well as Louisiana Super Lawyers® and Super Lawyers® Louisiana Rising Stars.

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