Michael L. Ballero, Associate
Michael’s practice focuses on general civil litigation and automobile, trucking, and transportation defense. Drawing on his experience in the district attorney’s office, he provides aggressive and strategic defense of his clients’ interests.
Prior to joining the firm, Michael served as an Assistant District Attorney at the Jefferson Parish District Attorney’s office as a felony trials prosecutor. He managed a caseload of 300 criminal cases and handled all aspects of trials and litigation. Michael served in the Juvenile Division where he prosecuted all delinquency and child neglect cases.
During law school, Michael served as a judicial intern for the Honorable Jay C. Zainey at the United States District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana. He also worked as a legal intern and summer associate at private practices. He graduated from Loyola University New Orleans College of Law.
Practice Areas
Automobile, Trucking, and Transportation Defense
General Civil Litigation
Education
J.D., Civil Law, Loyola University New Orleans College of Law, 2015
Member, Business Law Society and Maritime Law Society
B.S., Finance, University of New Orleans, 2011
University of New Orleans Baseball Team Captain, 2010-2011, and Member, 2008-2011
Sun Belt Conference Commissioner’s List for Academic Excellence
Admissions
Louisiana
Memberships
Louisiana State Bar Association
Board of Directors, Member-at-Large for 2023, Jefferson Bar Association
