Governmental & Municipal Liability

Smith Sconzert is proud to represent governmental and municipal clients across Louisiana, providing skilled legal counsel and defense in a wide range of matters. We assist cities, parishes and public entities with litigation, employment and civil service issues, civil rights claims, regulatory compliance, Public Works Act compliance and policy development.

With a deep understanding of Louisiana’s legal landscape and the unique challenges facing public-sector organizations, we offer practical, cost-effective solutions that protect public interests and support efficient governance. Our clients include parishes, municipalities, service districts, boards and commissions, state departments and universities and law enforcement agencies.

Our expertise includes:

• Federal Constitutional Claims
• 42 USC 1983 Claims for Civil Rights Violations
• State Constitutional Claims
• Civil Service
• Open Meetings Law
• Land Use
• Louisiana Public Works Act
• Louisiana Public Records Act
• Louisiana Local Government Budget Act
• Government Ethics Rules
• Contract Formation
• Breach of Contract
• Emergency Response and Recovery