John Michael Morrow

John Michael is a distinguished personal injury attorney based in Opelousas, Louisiana, serving clients throughout the state with a proven track record of successful advocacy. He has been granted the privilege to practice Pro Hac Vice across multiple states including Alabama, Florida, Texas and Mississippi demonstrating his broad legal expertise and commitment to the needs of his clients across regional boundaries.


In his early career, John Michael honed his legal skills while clerking for the esteemed Honorable Frank McGee in St. Landry Parish from 1999-2000, a roll that provided him with invaluable court room experience and legal insight. Since earning his license to practice in 1999, he is diligent in representing clients in both state and federal courts specializing in cases including severe injuries from automobile, trucking, and motorcycle accidents.


John Michael’s remarkable ability to secure favorable outcomes is evident in his track record, with numerous settlements and verdicts exceeding $25,000,000.00. His legal acumen extends beyond motor vehicle cases; he is equipped in handling complex cases involving spinal injuries, head trauma including traumatic brain injuries and has vigorously prosecuted wrongful death and survival action claims.


A native of Eunice, Louisiana, John Michael is not only a dedicated advocate for his clients, but also a devoted family man. His is married to Shelly and together they are proud parents of Mike Morrow, III. John Michael’s deep roots in the community and his commitment to justice make him a pillar in the legal and local communities, respected by colleagues and clients alike.

Areas of Practice

• Personal Injury
• Automobile Accidents
• Truck Accidents
• Motorcycle Accidents

Education

• Southern University Law Center, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
  • J.D. 1998
• Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
  • B.A. 1994
  • Major: English & Political Science

Bar Admission

• Louisiana State Bar Association
• U.S. District Court Western District of Louisiana
• U.S District Court Middle District Of Louisiana
• U.S. Court of Appeals 3rd Circuit
• U.S. Supreme Court

Memberships & Associations

• Louisiana State Bar Association
• Louisiana Association for Justice, the Auto Tort and Insurance sections
• St. Landry Parish Bar Association
• Lafayette Parish Bar Association
• Association of Trial Lawyers of America
• American Bar Association / section member of Tort Trial & Insurance and Litigation

Awards & Recognition

• Acadiana’s Top Lawyers, in The Field of Trucking and Automobile Injury Cases