Don’t let Louisiana’s unique legal system derail your next project. At The Cromeens Law Firm in New Orleans, we help contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers avoid payment disasters and costly through expert contract review and custom contract creation services that work under Louisiana law.
From historic French Quarter renovations to post-Katrina rebuilds in the Ninth Ward, our New Orleans clients trust us to navigate Louisiana’s civil law system and protect their bottom line with contracts that stand up in Louisiana courts.
Ready to protect your business? Get your contract reviewed in 48 hours or less, or create a custom contract for your specific project needs.
Louisiana isn’t like Texas, Florida, or anywhere else. We’re the only state that operates under French civil law instead of English common law, and that difference can cost you everything if your contract doesn’t account for it.
Send us your contract and get a comprehensive review in 48 hours (for contracts 30 pages or less). We’ll:
✓ Identify hidden risks that could cost you thousands
✓ Check Louisiana lien law compliance (those two-witness requirements aren’t optional)
✓ Review payment schedules and change order procedures
✓ Flag dangerous indemnification clauses
✓ Ensure historic preservation compliance for French Quarter projects
✓ Verify flood zone and FEMA requirements
✓ Give you clear, actionable recommendations you can use immediately
Need a contract built from scratch? We create agreements that:
Don’t fight contract battles alone. We’ll negotiate directly with GCs, developers, and owners to:
Most clients start with contract review, but about 30% discover they need custom contract creation instead. Here’s when:
Review Works When:
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Creation Makes Sense When:
We practice construction law daily in Louisiana and understand what New Orleans contractors face. From civil law nuances to local building requirements, we write contracts that hold up in Louisiana courts.
We know the challenges of working in New Orleans—from port logistics for material delivery to navigating the competitive post-disaster reconstruction market. Our contracts reflect real-world conditions, not just legal theory.
Our goal is to keep you out of court by focusing on:
With tight bid deadlines and project start dates, we offer guaranteed 48-hour reviews (contracts under 30 pages) to keep your Louisiana projects moving.
New Orleans construction is booming with:
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That growth means more risk. Without the right Louisiana-compliant contract, one mistake in lien notices, payment applications, or change orders could mean lost revenue or legal disasters.
We draft contracts that help you avoid those situations altogether.
You can’t afford to sign a weak contract in New Orleans’ competitive construction market. Let our Louisiana construction attorneys make sure your agreement protects your payment rights, limits your risk, and keeps you in control.
Call (913) 395-0865 today for expert contract review or custom creation for your next Louisiana project.
650 Poydras St Suite 1400, New Orleans, LA 70130, United States
Open 24 hours
We offer a pay as you go option through our general retainer, where you can pay for each step individually.
Includes extensive research, collection calls to all parties, intent letters sent via certified mail, and the lien filing.
Unlimited lien and collections support through our monthly subscription plan. Never let a job go unpaid again!
Once you become a client of The Cromeens Law Firm, we are your one-stop shop for any legal issues that arise.
Louisiana operates under civil law (French legal tradition) rather than common law. This means contracts are interpreted differently, breach remedies follow different rules, and procedures like liens have unique requirements. For example, Louisiana requires two witnesses on lien affidavits and uses “prescription periods” instead of statutes of limitations.
Louisiana has several unique requirements: (1) 10-day advance written notice before filing, (2) lien affidavits must be signed by two witnesses, (3) projects over $100K require payment bonds equal to full project cost, and (4) all notices must comply with Civil Code provisions.
Absolutely. French Quarter and historic neighborhood projects require specialized provisions including State Historic Preservation Office compliance, local preservation committee coordination, and specific permitting procedures. These projects often have unique material and construction method requirements.
Post-Katrina codes significantly impact contracts. You must address mandatory elevation requirements, FEMA flood zone compliance, hurricane-resistant construction standards, and specific insurance/bonding requirements for flood-prone areas.
Louisiana requires contractor licensing for projects exceeding $75,000. Your contracts must verify all parties hold proper Louisiana licenses, as unlicensed contractors cannot file mechanics liens. There are also specific insurance and bonding requirements.
If the provided contract is inadequate (less than 3 pages), heavily one-sided, or you’ve had payment disputes with similar agreements, custom creation often provides better protection. We’ll review first and recommend the best approach for your situation.
Contract review: 48 hours for agreements under 30 pages
Custom creation: 5-7 business days for comprehensive agreements
Rush service available for both when deadlines matter
About 70% of our clients start with contract review. However, after reviewing inadequate agreements, we often recommend custom creation for better protection. We’ll always tell you honestly which approach serves your project best.
Make us your first line of defense. Not your last resort.
