As a result of my upbringing, I have the natural ability to walk into a room, read it, and effectively persuade my audience with reason, empathy, and confidence. This is exactly what every litigator needs to do whether they are speaking with a client, opposing counsel, judge, or jury. As the first person in my family to go to law school, I am enthusiastic to be a member of the legal community, excited to help our clients solve any problem presented, and proud to be a part of the culture of excellence fostered at McGlinchey.
A trial lawyer in the firm’s New Orleans office, Farren Lorraine Davis supports the firm’s education, healthcare, insurance, manufacturing, and transportation clients. She maintains a diverse Louisiana litigation practice defending clients in products liability, medical malpractice, and asbestos and toxic torts claims. Her practice also covers aviation and aerospace matters, personal injury defense, and labor and employment. She assists as counsel for a Fortune 100 manufacturer of heavy equipment. Farren has been recognized by the National Black Lawyers in their “Top 40 under 40.”
During law school, Farren interned at New Orleans Workers’ Center for Racial Justice. She also clerked as a summer associate at several law firms in the New Orleans area, including McGlinchey. During her internships, she worked on entertainment and sports law, commercial litigation, and oil and gas matters.
While at Southern University Law Center, Farren graduated in the top ten percent of her class and received the CALI award for achieving the highest grade in Family Law, Torts, Property, and Criminal Law. She won “best team” in the intraschool Moot Court Competition and served as a Law Review editor. Farren was a member of the National Black Law Students Association, Moot Court, American Inn of Court, and Student Bar Association.
Products Liability
Farren represents manufacturers and also defends coverage claims made against various types of insuring agreements. She has handled many matters including defense litigation and coverage options in:
• Auto vehicle accidents
• Aviation and aerospace claims
• Consumer products
• Industrial equipment
• Medical malpractice and nursing homes
Asbestos and Toxic Torts
Farren also has experience defending premises owners of industrial facilities, including chemical and power plants, against claims involving:
• Asbestos
• Mesothelioma
• Lung cancer
Labor and Employment
Farren assists in defending clients in employment discrimination and retaliation matters. She counsels clients on employment policies and procedures, federal and state legal compliance, and workplace policies and procedures. She has supported various industries, including education.