Two half-brothers, in prison for killing a priest, tell a story of abuse in New Orleans by Jason Berry, National Catholic Reporter “Some 660 alleged survivors have claims against the New Orleans Archdiocese in its long bankruptcy. Attorneys Frank Lamothe III and Kristi Schubert have 75 clients. Twenty-three of them are prisoners; most allege… Read More
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Frank Lamothe: The settlement has been six years in the making
“‘I still think it’s unfair:’ Clergy sex abuse victim says settlement falls short, calls for more accountability” written by Andrew Epperson, Louisiana First News “Hundreds of child sex abuse victims who said the Catholic Church protected their abusers may be one step closer to some semblance of justice after a settlement was agreed to last… Read More
Archdiocese of New Orleans Settlement Approved
Abuse survivors ‘overwhelmingly’ approve church settlement by David Hammer / WWL Louisiana Investigator, Ramon Antonio Vargas / The Guardian Survivors of clergy child sexual abuse and other creditors overwhelmingly approved a $230 million bankruptcy settlement with the Archdiocese of New Orleans. The deal was accepted by a nearly unanimous 99.63% of creditors, meeting the midnight… Read More
Frank Lamothe In Argentina for ABOTA
Building Bridges Across Continents: ABOTA in Argentina Frank Lamothe and 250 other legal professionals converged in Buenos Aires last week for a historic, two-day seminar on civil jury trials. Co-organized by the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) and the Argentine Association of Trial by Jury (AAJJ), the event aimed to promote the jury system,… Read More
Frank Lamothe Named Best Lawyer
Frank E. Lamothe, III has been selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© 2026 for Personal Injury – Plaintiff. This marks 41 consecutive years that Mr. Lamothe has been included, making him one of a select group of attorneys to receive this recognition nationwide. The Best Lawyers in America© attorneys are recognized by… Read More
Plan to Resolve New Orleans Archdiocese Bankruptcy Claims
New Orleans Archdiocese plan to resolve bankruptcy case moves to a vote by abuse survivors Reported by Erin Lowrey, WDSU-TV, August 12, 2025 “A plan to resolve the Archdiocese of New Orleans’ yearslong bankruptcy case will now go to a vote by sex abuse survivors.” “Sex abuse survivors who filed claims should receive a ballot… Read More
Federal Jury Awards $2.4 Million to New Orleans Clergy Abuse Survivor
Catholic religious order must pay $2.4m to New Orleans clergy abuse survivor, by Ramon Antonio Vargas, The Guardian. “Federal jury awards historic damages to man who says he was sexually abused at a school run by Holy Cross order.” “The legal victory for Lousteau and his attorney, Kristi Schubert of the Lamothe Law Firm, is… Read More
Archdiocese of New Orleans Bankruptcy Status Conference
New Orleans judge tells Archdiocese to finalize plan for settlement or bankruptcy case will be dismissed Reported by Aubry Killion, WDSU Our attorney Frank Lamothe attended today’s status conference for the New Orleans Archdiocese bankruptcy case. Judge Meredith Grabill said in court that if progress was not made in the case, she would dismiss the… Read More
Frank Lamothe Featured in “Jefferson Parish to Buy Hope Haven” Article
Frank Lamothe was featured in Stephanie Riegel’s TP/NOLA.com article, “Jefferson Parish ready to buy Hope Haven from Catholic Church. What’s next for the campus?” “The Jefferson Parish Council has reached a deal with the Archdiocese of New Orleans to purchase Hope Haven in Marrero, the former orphanage where dozens of children were physically, sexually and… Read More
Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Lawyers – Frank Lamothe
Lawdragon, a leading legal publisher, has selected Frank Lamothe to its list of 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers for 2025. We are thrilled to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Frank on receiving this prestigious recognition from Lawdragon! His unwavering commitment to justice and his dedication to helping clients navigate the complexities of the legal system… Read More
