Harvey Lewis
FIRM FOUNDER – OF COUNSEL
ABOUT HARVEY
Harvey J. Lewis
A Founding Partner and Legendary Trial Lawyer in Maritime Law.
A pillar of the Louisiana legal community, Harvey J. Lewis is a founding partner of Lewis, Kullman, Sterbcow & Abramson, LLC. Now serving as Of Counsel to the firm, his career is distinguished by the highest honors a trial lawyer can achieve, including being named a Fellow of both the American College of Trial Lawyers and the International Academy of Trial Lawyers. With a practice dedicated to maritime and admiralty law, Harvey’s leadership, integrity, and unparalleled expertise built the foundation upon which the firm stands today.
A Legacy of Excellence and Integrity
Harvey’s approach to law is rooted in the sharp, analytical training he received at the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School, combined with a profound respect for the legal profession’s highest ethical duties. This commitment to integrity is not just a philosophy but a matter of record, evidenced by his dedicated service on the Louisiana State Bar Association’s Committee on Professional Responsibility and its Committee on Rules of Professional and Judicial Conduct.
As a founding partner, he instilled in the firm a culture of meticulous preparation, zealous advocacy, and an unwavering commitment to the client’s cause. While he is now Of Counsel, this foundational philosophy continues to guide every attorney at the firm, ensuring his legacy of excellence endures.
Experience
Harvey Lewis has been a formidable presence in the courtroom for his entire career. He has been entrusted by his peers to uphold the standards of the profession through his committee work and has been honored with multiple President’s Awards from both the Louisiana State Bar Association and the Louisiana Trial Lawyers Association for his dedicated service.
Credentials & Education
Bar Admissions:
- State of Louisiana
- U.S. District Court for the Eastern, Middle, and Western Districts of Louisiana
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
- United States Supreme Court
Education:
- University of Pennsylvania, The Wharton School, B.S., Economics, 1959
- The University of Texas School of Law, 1961
- Tulane University Law School, J.D., 1962
Awards & Recognitions
Harvey’s career is marked by nearly every significant honor available to a trial attorney.
- Fellow, International Academy of Trial Lawyers (Inducted 1987): An elite, invitation-only organization of the world’s most accomplished trial lawyers.
- Fellow, American College of Trial Lawyers (1992 – present): Recognized as one of the top trial lawyers in North America, a distinction for less than one percent of the lawyer population.
- State Chair (1996-1998)
- State Committee Member (1994-1998, 2000-2006)
- President’s Award, Louisiana State Bar Association (2000)
- President’s Award, Louisiana Trial Lawyers Association (1985, 1993)
- Best Lawyers in America: Recognized for Admiralty Law.
- Associate, American Board of Trial Advocates (Inducted 1984)
- AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell®: The highest possible rating for legal ability and ethical standards.
Publications & Presentations
A respected thought leader, Harvey has been sought after by premier legal institutions like Tulane University and LSU to lecture on critical issues in maritime law, ethics, and trial practice. His numerous presentations include serving as a faculty member for the Tulane Fall Maritime Law Seminar and the Admiralty Law Institute.
A Commitment to the Profession
Harvey’s most significant contribution outside of his own cases has been to the legal profession itself. Through his leadership in organizations like the American College of Trial Lawyers and his service on professional conduct committees, he has dedicated his career to upholding the integrity of the bar and mentoring generations of attorneys.om advocacy.
Ready to Discuss Your Case?
Our team is here to provide a free, confidential consultation to evaluate your case and explain your legal options. We handle cases on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay no attorney fees unless we successfully recover compensation for you.
