With litigation, there is a cast of characters – the client(s), the attorneys, the Judge, their staff, our staff, third parties, and so on. Working through a complex litigation matter is always interesting because each “character” plays a role in the conflict and ultimate resolution. I enjoy putting a case together, investigating the evidence, figuring out “where the wheels fell off” and then developing a compelling case for my client.

Zelma Murray Frederick serves a diverse client base in all aspects of litigation with a focus on commercial, construction, complex commercial litigation, bank lending practices, and collection disputes.

The core of Zelma’s practice consists of complex commercial litigation in a wide array of disputes, including “bet the farm” litigation. Zelma is comfortable litigating in state or federal court, as well as through alternative dispute resolution.

Zelma handles a wide variety of construction litigation for owners and subcontractors, including delay and defective work claims, bid disputes, and lien rights under the Public and Private Works Acts.

Zelma litigates governmental disputes, commercial and consumer collection matters, class actions, and landlord/tenant disputes, and defends financial institutions in bank lending disputes.

A unique aspect of Zelma’s practice involves enforcement of the Louisiana Lease of Movables Act, which governs recovery of leased collateral located in Louisiana. Whether the item at issue is a consumer vehicle, construction equipment, or leased fleets, she has both an in-depth knowledge of the applicable statutes and a streamlined process for clients to exercise their recovery rights quickly and cost-effectively.