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D’Arcy Vicknair Attorneys, Andrew Vicknair and Peter Graffeo, attend ABA Forum on Construction Law

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D’Arcy Vicknair partner, Andrew Vicknair, and D’Arcy Vicknair associate, Peter Graffeo are proudly representing the firm at the American Bar Association’s annual Forum on Construction Law,  held in the birthplace of Rock-n-Roll, Memphis, Tennessee.

In between visits to Graceland, and checking out the Blues Hall of Fame, Andy and Peter are keeping busy attending various seminars the ABA is offering. From Cyber Security to Legal Ethics, the ABA makes sure to cover a wide variety of topics affecting the construction industry, while simultaneously having the attendees join in fun events like the March of the Peabody Ducks and different Networking Receptions.

Andy and Peter are already looking forward to next year’s forum!

Federal 5th Circuit Underscores Need For Employers’ Careful Drafting And Implementation Of Non-Compete Agreements In Louisiana

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Norman Mott attorney New Orleans

Federal 5th Circuit Underscores Need For Employers’ Careful Drafting And Implementation Of Non-Compete Agreements In Louisiana

By: Norman A. Mott, III

 

 

 

Non-compete agreements in Louisiana are strictly regulated by La. R.S. §23:921. Louisiana has a strong history of not favoring or enforcing non-compete agreements. The language of the statute prohibits all non-compete agreements on its face before providing a list of exceptions detailing acceptable circumstances for valid non-compete agreements. …
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D’Arcy Vicknair Attorneys Author Blog for NOBA: Price Escalation – Protect Yourself from Material Escalation Costs

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Andrew Vicknair attorney New Orleans  Ashley Robinson attorney Louisiana

D’Arcy Vicknair partner, Andrew Vicknair, and senior associate, Ashley Robinson, recently authored a blog for the New Orleans Bar Association, “Price Escalation – Protect Yourself from Material Escalation Costs” …
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Adrian D’Arcy and Andrew Vicknair Recognized in the 2023 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America®

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D'Arcy Vicknair foundersD’Arcy Vicknair is proud to announce that its founding partners, Andrew Vicknair and Adrian D’Arcy, were again recognized as “Best Lawyers” in the 2023 edition of “Best Lawyers in America.” Both have been recognized consistently over the years: Adrian since 2018 and Andy since 2019. The lawyers given the yearly distinction of “Best Lawyer” are reviewed by their peers on the basis of professional expertise, and undergo an authentication process to make sure they are in current practice and in good standing, divided by geographic region and practice areas. Congratulations to both Andy and Adrian for well-deserved recognition!

D’Arcy Vicknair Sponsors LATDP Elite

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D’Arcy Vicknair is thrilled to announce its sponsorship of LATDP Elite.  LATDP Elite is a club that gathers the best youth soccer players from three cities in Louisiana (New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Lafayette) and its teams compete against some of the best youth clubs in the country in the MLS Next league.

 

 

We thank LATDP Elite for the warm welcome. D’Arcy Vicknair is excited to partner with LATDP and is looking forward to another successful soccer season!

 

 

D’Arcy Vicknair at the Associated Builders and Contractors of Louisiana’s 2022 Convention

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The Associated Builders and Contractors of Louisiana is holding its annual Convention this week at The Lodge in Gulf Shores, Alabama.  D’Arcy Vicknair is proud to be a sponsor for the Thursday night dinner.   In addition, Adrian D’Arcy is looking forward to being on Friday morning’s Construction Legal Panel.

Jordan Williams Joins the D’Arcy Vicknair Team

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D’Arcy Vicknair is delighted to announce that Jordan Williams will be joining the firm as an associate!

As a recent Tulane Law School graduate, Jordan is familiar to most of the attorneys and staff at D’Arcy Vicknair, as he worked with them during his law school internship. At D’Arcy Vicknair, Jordan will focus on commercial civil litigation, with an emphasis in the areas of construction and suretyship.

As D’Arcy Vicknair continues to grow, we are excited to have Jordan join us on the journey!

Christopher Joseph Selected to the ABA’s Young Leadership Academy

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D’Arcy Vicknair is delighted to announce that associate Christopher D. Joseph, Jr. has been selected to the American Bar Association’s (“ABA”) Young Lawyers Division (“YLD”) Leadership Academy. The YLD Leadership Academy is a two-year leadership training program that, among other things, provides its members with opportunities to serve on YLD boards and prepares young attorneys for leadership roles with the ABA. Congratulations to Chris for this great accomplishment!

Ashley Robinson Selected to Super Lawyers

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Ashley Robinson lawyer LouisianaD’Arcy Vicknair is proud to announce that Ashley Robinson has been selected to 2022’s Super Lawyers! Ashley had previously been designated by Super Lawyers as a “Rising Star” from 2014 through 2018, in the field of construction litigation and this is her first distinction as a Super Lawyer. Congratulations to Ashley on a well-deserved selection!

Adrian D’Arcy has been again selected to 2022’s Super Lawyers in the fields of Surety and Construction Litigation, and Andrew Vicknair has previously been selected as a Super Lawyer in the field of Construction Litigation. Congratulations to them both as well.

D’Arcy Vicknair Sponsors Associated Builders and Contractors Bayou Chapter Spring Golf Tournament

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D’Arcy Vicknair was proud to be a sponsor of this year’s Associated Builders and Contractors, Bayou Chapter, Spring Golf Tournament. D’Arcy Vicknair’s own Andrew Vicknair and Ashley Robinson were on hand to serve up drinks and snacks to the golfers as they played through. A great time was had by all and D’Arcy Vicknair looks forward to the next ABC Bayou Chapter event!

   

D’Arcy Vicknair Attorneys to Teach at Loyola Law School in the Fall of 2022

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D’Arcy Vicknair is proud to announce that two of its attorneys, Adrian D’Arcy and Norman Mott, will have the honor of teaching at Loyola College of Law this Fall. They are both excited to impart their expertise in their respective practices to the students of Loyola’s College of Law.

Adrian will be teaching a class in Construction and Surety law and Norman will be teaching Labor and Employment Law.

Adrian D’Arcy and Andrew Vicknair to Present Live Webinar: Managing Construction with AIA Documents A201: General Conditions

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D’Arcy Vicknair founding partners, Adrian D’Arcy and Andrew Vicknair will be co-presenting a live webinar for HalfMoon Education, Inc., along with Mr. David Green, on April 21, 2022: Managing Construction with AIA Documents A201: General Conditions.

Join Adrian, Andy and David as as they examine the purpose and function of the AIA Document A201, including the relationship and responsibilities of the parties to the contract/project and the health, safety, and welfare of the owners, occupants, and general public.

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