Douglas Lee Bryan

Attorney Doug Bryan has been serving the local community since 1991 with individualized, experienced legal counsel. As a lifelong resident of Louisiana, he understands the needs of clients and their families. You can rely on his knowledge and compassion throughout your case, whether you were in a car accident, injured at work, want to adopt a child or were charged with a traffic offense. The Bryan Law Firm L.L.C. provides representation in a range of areas of law with a focus on personal injury and work injuries. Doug Bryan began his legal career with a personal injury law firm and remains committed to helping injury victims and their families recover the compensation they need. He understands the importance of treating clients with care while tenaciously pursuing damages from the negligent parties.

Loyola University New Orleans

J.D. (1991) | Law

1988 - 1991

Activities: Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity; Loyola Law Clinic

University of Louisiana - Monroe

B.A. (1988) | Pre-Law

1985 - 1988

Honors: Graduated Cum Laude. Member Phi Alpha Theta Honor Society

Activities: Fiat Justicia Pre-Law Organization

Owner and Principal

The Bryan Law Firm, L.L.C.

2001 - Current

Owner and Principal of law firm focusing on personal injury, worker's compensation, social security, adoption, divorce, family law, and other civil matters.

Associate

Riddle Law Offices

1995 - 2001

Associate attorney for general civil practice law firm

Associate

Neblett, Beard & Arsenault

1991 - 1995

Associate attorney focusing on personal injury, worker's compensation and social security matters.

Notary Public, commissioned statewide

Louisiana Secretary of State

Avoyelles Parish Bar Association

President 1998; President-Elect 1997; Secretary/Treasurer 1996

1995 - Current

Louisiana State Bar

Legal Services for Persons with Disabilities Comm. 96-pres.; House of Delegates 96-pres.; Bd. of Governors 08-09

1991 - Current

Louisiana Association of Justice

Bd. of Governors 99-2000

1995 - 2009

Louisiana

5th Circuit

Since 1999

Federal Circuit

Since 1991

• Free Consultation
• Credit Cards Accepted
  Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Cashapp and PayPal accepted.
• Contingent Fees
  Personal Injury, Worker's Compensation, and Social Security
• Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
  Provider firm for many legal service plans, including Legal Shield, ARAG, MetLife Legal, Legal Resources, CLC, and Workplace Options, among others.

• Car Accidents

Q. Is my spouse entitled to share a pending personal injury settlement from a car accident involving my kids?

June 7, 2025

A: Personal injury proceeds received on behalf of a child are the property of the child, not the parents, and should only be spent on behalf of the child. Generally, if the recovery is over $15,000, the law requires that the settlement be court approved, and the court orders that the funds go into a Federally insured interest bearing account. If court approved, the money usually cannot be withdrawn without an order from the court agreeing that the expense is int he child's best interest. If the recover is under $15,000 it does not have to be court-approved, and the money can be withdrawn without court order, but the rules are otherwise the same. Usually, the parents agree on the details of pursuing the kids' claims, but if not, I would recommend speaking with your attorney about being confirmed as the kids' natural tutor (or tutrix if female), which would make you the proper one to pursue the claim. ... Read More

Q. Can biological father become legal father after non-biological father's passing?

March 1, 2025

A: Yes, there are a couple of ways this could possibly be done. Your best bet would be to speak with an attorney who is familiar with family law to discuss your situation and the potential cost. Good luck.

Q. Hi, I have a situation…and want some input plz

November 21, 2024

A: Your most reasonable remedy would probably be to file suit against him a small claims court. Depending on whether you live inside or outside of a city court jurisdiction, this could be a city court, justice of the peace court, or the small claims ("clerk's docket") of your parish district court.