Deirdre C. McGlinchey
Louisiana
Jones Walker LLP
201 St. Charles Ave
Suite 5100
New Orleans, LA 70170
Tel: 504.582.8731
Email:
dmcglinchey@joneswalker.com
Web:
www.joneswalker.com
Deirdre is a seasoned trial lawyer with deep experience defending clients in individual claims, class actions, and multidistrict litigation before state and federal courts across the United States. She regularly represents large manufacturers and other publicly traded and privately held companies in high-stakes products liability cases involving construction, mining, and agricultural equipment; diesel and natural gas engines; industrial turbines; automotive design; marine propulsion systems; toxic torts; and medical devices. Deirdre’s national practice has taken her to courts throughout the country, with particular depth handling matters in her home state of Louisiana as well as in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas.
Deirdre is a “boots on the ground” litigator who immerses herself in her clients’ businesses and operations. Whether exploring a factory floor, descending into a coal mine, or studying the technical specifications of industrial equipment, she commits to understanding the practical realities and technical details that drive each dispute. This hands-on approach, combined with her experience as a leader and member of national trial teams, enables Deirdre to develop comprehensive strategies that address both the legal and business dimensions of complex litigation. Her broad experience across diverse legal disciplines, industries, technologies, and federal and state regulatory schemes allows her to identify the unique aspects of each matter and the strategic approaches that have proven effective in similar contexts.
Above all, Deirdre loves trial work. She thrives in every phase of litigation, from initial case strategy and discovery through depositions, motion practice, and arguments before judges and juries. She is a tireless advocate who embraces the demands of trial preparation and courtroom advocacy with equal enthusiasm. At the same time, Deirdre’s deep trial experience has given her the judgment to recognize when clients’ interests are best served through settlement negotiations, and she has successfully resolved numerous disputes before trial through strategic negotiation and alternative dispute resolution.
Before joining Jones Walker, Deirdre was a partner at McGlinchey Stafford, where she was active in firm management, serving on the firm’s Policy Committee and as the former head of its General Litigation section. Her leadership experience in law firm management complements her trial practice, giving her insight into building and managing efficient legal teams for complex, multijurisdictional matters.
Jones Walker’s Trial & Litigation practice represents many of the world’s largest corporations alongside regional businesses and institutions in complex, high-stakes disputes. With a deep bench of experienced litigators, the firm delivers tailored, cost-effective representation across a broad spectrum of matters, including commercial litigation, products liability, antitrust, securities, banking, bankruptcy, construction, environmental, labor and employment, insurance, intellectual property, transportation, oil and gas, white collar defense, and other sophisticated business disputes.
The firm has extensive experience handling class actions, multidistrict litigation, and complex commercial cases in state and federal courts throughout the United States. Its litigators also represent clients before administrative agencies and in alternative dispute resolution proceedings, including domestic and international arbitrations conducted under the rules of the American Arbitration Association, the International Chamber of Commerce, and UNCITRAL. The practice is further strengthened by close collaboration with attorneys across the firm’s other practice areas, allowing clients to draw on multidisciplinary expertise when disputes involve regulatory, transactional, or industry-specific issues.
Beyond courtroom advocacy, Jones Walker advises clients on litigation avoidance, regulatory compliance, and risk management, helping businesses resolve disputes efficiently while supporting broader commercial objectives. The firm’s client-focused approach emphasizes strategic planning, efficient staffing, and close collaboration to develop practical litigation strategies that achieve favorable outcomes in even the most complex matters.
Jones Walker LLP is a full-service law firm founded in 1937 that represents businesses, financial institutions, governmental entities, nonprofit organizations, and individuals across the United States and internationally. With more than 350 attorneys practicing from offices throughout the South, Midwest, Southwest, East Coast, and Washington, DC, the firm provides sophisticated legal counsel to clients ranging from multinational corporations and private businesses to educational institutions and investors.
The firm’s multidisciplinary practice spans a wide range of legal disciplines, including commercial litigation, corporate and transactional matters, labor and employment, real estate, tax, intellectual property, energy, environmental law, healthcare, maritime, government relations, and regulatory compliance. Drawing on extensive industry knowledge and a collaborative approach, Jones Walker helps clients address complex legal challenges while supporting long-term business growth and strategic objectives.
Jones Walker combines a national platform with deep regional roots, emphasizing practical legal solutions, responsive client service, and enduring client relationships. In addition to its legal practice, the firm maintains a strong commitment to public service through pro bono representation, community engagement, and active leadership in civic, educational, and charitable organizations throughout the communities it serves.
“Deirdre is widely regarded as a formidable products liability trial lawyer with extensive experience defending manufacturers in complex, high-stakes litigation nationwide. Clients value her technical command, strategic judgment, and ability to manage demanding individual claims, class actions, and multidistrict proceedings.”