Meet Lawrence Gettys

When mesothelioma enters your life, everything changes overnight.

You're left with questions. Worry about your family. And uncertainty about what to do next.

You don't have to figure this out alone.

For more than 35 years, Attorney Lawrence Gettys has stood beside Louisiana families facing the same situation — helping them understand their rights and fighting to secure the compensation they deserve.

Deep Louisiana roots. Proven courtroom experience.

Lawrence Gettys isn't just experienced — he's battle-tested.

• Over 35 years handling mesothelioma and asbestos cases
• Represented thousands of clients across Louisiana parishes
• Presented arguments in hundreds of hearings
• Tried numerous high-stakes cases with significant results

He understands not just the law — but where and how asbestos exposure happened across Louisiana, from industrial sites to shipyards to refineries.

That insight can make all the difference in your case.

Serious credentials. Real-world results.

• J.D., cum laude — Southern University Law Center
• B.A. with Honors — University of Mississippi
• Former Moot Court Board member (Best Brief, Best Team)
• Licensed in Louisiana and Texas

Active member of:

• American Association for Justice (AAJ)
• American Bar Association (ABA)
• Louisiana Association for Justice
• Baton Rouge Bar Association
• Texas Trial Lawyers Association

But what matters most isn't the resume —

It's the results he delivers and the way he treats his clients.

You're not just a case — you're a family that needs help

Clients often say the same thing:

"He treated us like family."

Lawrence Gettys takes a hands-on approach — guiding you through every step, handling the legal burden, and making sure your voice is heard.

Because when you're dealing with mesothelioma… you shouldn't have to fight this battle alone.