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Priya Kumar

Associate Attorney

Priya is an Associate Attorney who specializes in civil litigation and sensitive workplace investigations and serves as general counsel to small and large businesses. Her legal writing proficiency, valuable courtroom experience, and zealous client advocacy contribute to the multi-faceted team at TLG.

She is admitted to the Louisiana State Bar Association, the United States District Courts for the Eastern and Western District of Louisiana, and all administrative Immigration Courts in the nation.

Throughout her 10 plus years of practice, Priya has clerked for state district court judges and represented clients in civil proceedings, juvenile proceedings, detained and non-detained removal proceedings, and administrative proceedings. Her extensive background in immigration law and criminal law, work with non-profits and governmental entities, experience with private firms, as well as dedication and commitment to public interest law and social justice, all provide a unique perspective in her practice areas of litigation, employment law, labor law, and business law.

She has presented at various seminar panels, university speaking engagements, and community outreach presentations in the Greater New Orleans Area. She also co-organized several Continuing Legal Education seminars and multiple pro bono clinics while collaborating with local, regional, and national organizations, and has volunteered with numerous pro bono clinics and related endeavors throughout the state.

Priya is native to Louisiana. In her spare time, she enjoys cultural and local festivities, cooking, dancing, and spending time with family and friends.

Education

Juris Doctor – Paul M. Hebert Law Center at Louisiana State University
Diploma of Comparative Law – Paul M. Hebert Law Center at Louisiana State University
Student Attorney in the LSU Law Immigration Clinic
Member and Chair of the Public Interest Law Society
Moot Court Board member

Professional Societies & Recognition

Louisiana State Bar Association
American Immigration Lawyers Association
Quarterfinalist of Domenick Gabrielli National Family Law Moot Court Competition, New York
First Place Brief in the Tullis Moot Court Competition, LSU

“As an attorney at TLG, there is constant adventure and privilege in representing a variety of clients in a fast-paced environment in work that is both interesting and challenging. I am thrilled to be able to provide counsel with such an accomplished team of legal professionals who prioritize excellence in the practice of law.”

Priya Kumar
Associate Attorney

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