Jace Austin

Associate / New Orleans

P: 504.561.0323

Jace Austin is a member of SBSB’s Defense Base Act practice group, where she focuses on representing employers and insurance carriers. She brings experience in complex litigation, asbestos matters and insurance defense, along with experience handling cases in both state and federal courts.

Jace approaches her practice with adaptability, curiosity and a commitment to the larger goals of her clients and litigation teams. She believes asking the right questions at the outset leads to a better understanding of a matter, avoids unnecessary misunderstandings and allows a team to move forward more efficiently. Regardless of the size or complexity of a case, she is committed to contributing wherever needed to achieve the best possible result for the client.

Jace earned her law degree from Loyola University New Orleans College of Law and graduated magna cum laude from Howard University with a degree in political science. In addition to practicing law, she is a published author whose creative work includes the novel The Kingdom on the Bayou. Outside the office, Jace enjoys attending conferences, watching movies, reading and creative writing.

Practice Areas

Practice Areas

  • Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation

Education

  • J.D., Loyola University New Orleans College of Law, 2023
  • B.A., Howard University, 2017
    • Graduated magna cum laude

Court Admissions

  • Louisiana State Bar Association

Professional Memberships

  • The National Black Lawyers Top 40 Under 40

Community Involvement

  • Volunteer, Court Watch NOLA

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