Scott Higgins Attorney

With more than 25 years of litigation experience, Scott Higgins has built a respected career representing individuals and families in complex, high-stakes injury cases throughout Louisiana and beyond. As a Litigation Attorney with Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers, Scott focuses his practice on car accidents, truck accidents, maritime and offshore injuries, wrongful death claims, traumatic brain and spinal injuries, medical malpractice, and premises liability litigation.

Scott is known for his extensive trial experience, ability to handle catastrophic injury cases, and strong relationships with the clients he represents. Throughout his career, he has served as trial counsel in complex trucking and toxic tort litigation involving life-changing injuries and wrongful death claims.

His experience includes representing clients in multi-million-dollar commercial trucking accident cases, serious maritime injury claims, and complex negligence litigation against large corporations and insurance companies. Scott combines aggressive advocacy with careful preparation and practical guidance to help clients navigate some of the most difficult moments of their lives.

Professional Overview

Scott Higgins is known for:

Extensive trial experience
Handling catastrophic injury litigation
Securing substantial case results
Building strong client relationships
Strategic litigation preparation
Complex trucking and toxic tort litigation

Over the course of his career, Scott has served as:

Trial Counsel in a multi-million-dollar double fatality trucking crash case
Trial Counsel in a multi-million-dollar toxic tort case

His litigation background and courtroom experience allow him to effectively handle serious injury and wrongful death claims involving complex facts, extensive damages, and aggressive defense strategies.

About Scott Higgins

Education

Paul M. Hebert Law Center at Louisiana State University, Juris Doctor, Class of 2000
University of Mississippi, Bachelor of Business Administration in Managerial Finance and Banking, Cum Laude, Class of 1997

Honors & Achievements

LSU Law School Tullis Moot Court Semifinalist

Credentials

Louisiana State Bar
Texas State Bar
United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana
United States District Court for the Middle District of Louisiana
United States District Court for the Western District of Louisiana

Professional Memberships

Lafayette Parish Bar Association Board of Directors
Louisiana State Bar Association House of Delegates
Louisiana State Bar Association
Lafayette Parish Bar Association
Texas Bar Association
Louisiana Association for Justice

Awards & Recognitions

Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Rated

Practice Areas

Notable Verdicts & Settlements

$2.6 Million Recovery: Commercial Trucking Accident

$2 Million Recovery: Commercial Trucking Accident

$1.975 Million Recovery: Commercial Auto Accident

Scott Higgins Attorney Profile

Your Voice is Our Voice

Scott Higgins brings decades of courtroom experience and a steady approach to complex injury litigation. Clients trust him to handle difficult cases involving catastrophic injuries, wrongful death claims, and commercial trucking accidents with preparation, professionalism, and strong advocacy. Whether preparing for trial or guiding clients through the litigation process, Scott is focused on delivering experienced representation and practical guidance when it matters most.

Community & Professional Leadership

Scott has remained actively involved in both professional leadership and mentorship throughout his legal career.

Board Member, Lafayette Parish Bar Association
Participation in coaching and mentoring initiatives within the legal community

Personal Life

When he is not advocating for clients, Scott enjoys traveling with his wife and two sons. Outside the office, he enjoys golf, hunting, fishing, tennis, sports, and travel.