Stephen M Chouest & Associates APLC

Chouest & Smith is a law firm based in Metairie, Louisiana, serving clients throughout Louisiana and the Gulf Coast. The firm has been practicing personal injury and maritime law in South Louisiana for over four decades, since 1984.

The firm focuses on providing clients with experienced legal advocacy and personal attention, particularly after accidents such as car crashes, commercial trucking wrecks, or injuries sustained while working on the water. Attorneys at Chouest & Smith aim to educate clients about Louisiana's laws, insurance regulations, and how these apply to their specific cases.

Chouest & Smith handles a range of legal matters including personal injury claims, maritime law, and Jones Act cases. The firm also assists with auto torts, Louisiana public governmental law, whistleblower claims, contract advice, drafting, interpretation, and enforcement, and general civil litigation. Additionally, the firm has experience in entertainment law, successions, general corporate work, and trusts and estates.

The firm emphasizes a client-centered approach, having grown over the years through client referrals. They offer free consultations to prospective clients.