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About Chehardy Sherman Williams

Chehardy Sherman Williams, founded in the Greater New Orleans area, has been a leading law firm serving Southeastern Louisiana since 1989.

We put decades of legal practice to work for our clients and provide more personalized services to achieve their desired results. From businesses and individuals across more than ten practice areas, we can provide more experience and more representation.

Fully acknowledging how overwhelming any legal matter can be, our team is dedicated to guiding our clients from beginning to end. We have a steadfast commitment to each client. We recognize that open and honest communication is key to providing superior legal consultation and is the cornerstone of a reliable and trusted attorney-client relationship. Our attorneys take the time to discuss the details of your case, ensuring that you are comfortable throughout every step of the process.

We can help resolve a wide range of complex legal issues in all courts, including parish, state, and federal branches. Our attorneys have represented cases across Louisiana and the country. Armed with a profound and comprehensive knowledge of the legal system, we are devoted to protecting your legal rights while upholding the highest standards of the justice system.

We are consistently recognized as leaders in the industry, earning local and national accolades for results, service, and commitment.

TRUSTED LEADERSHIP

Chehardy Sherman Williams was founded upon the principles of upholding justice and demonstrating excellence.

LAWRENCE E. CHEHARDY

PARTNER

DAVID R. SHERMAN

PARTNER

JAMES M. WILLIAMS

PARTNER

GEORGE B. RECILE

PARTNER

STEVEN E. HAYES

PARTNER

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Our attorneys are consistently recognized for providing superior legal representation.
Awarded locally and nationally, our legal team has achieved some of the most prestigious achievements available in the legal profession.

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Chehardy Sherman Williams Named to the Best Law Firms in the United States® List for 2025

Chehardy Sherman Williams Named to the Best Law Firms in the United States® List for 2025

Chehardy Sherman Williams Named to the Best Law Firms in the United States® List for 2025

Best Lawyers® recently selected Chehardy Sherman Williams for its 15th Edition of The Best Law Firms in the United States. According to the Best Law Firms guidelines, the firm was chosen for consistently demonstrating excellence in legal expertise and industry knowledge.

Metairie Tower Gains New Owner & New Name

Metairie Tower Gains New Owner & New Name

Metairie Tower Gains New Owner & New Name

Partner George Mueller III and the Chehardy Sherman Williams team are the counsel of record for developer Darren Aschaffenburg. We are grateful for the opportunity to advise Mr. Aschaffenburg in his company’s acquisition and development of the Metairie Towers property.

Breaking Barriers: Physician Non-Compete Clauses and Louisiana’s New Law

Breaking Barriers: Physician Non-Compete Clauses and Louisiana’s New Law

Breaking Barriers: Physician Non-Compete Clauses and Louisiana’s New Law

Join hosts Conrad Meyer and Rory Bellina and special guest Chris Martin, all board-certified healthcare attorneys at Chehardy Sherman Williams, as they dive deep into the groundbreaking changes brought by Louisiana’s 2024 Senate Bill 185.

Chehardy Sherman Williams introduces its newest trial lawyer to the firm.

Chehardy Sherman Williams introduces its newest trial lawyer to the firm.

Chehardy Sherman Williams introduces its newest trial lawyer to the firm.

Mr. Edwards was born and raised in Tangipahoa Parish and served as a fourth-generation Sheriff for 20 years. Before running for Sheriff in 2004, Edwards served as an Assistant District Attorney for the 21st Judicial District, prosecuting felony crimes. We are thrilled to have his experience and knowledge on our team.