Darrin M. O’Connor
Partner
contact information
direct: 985-246-7454
fax: 985-246-7455
408 N. Columbia Street
Covington, La 70433-2920

biography
Darrin O’Connor is a partner in the firm’s Covington office. He joined the firm in December 2008. His primary focus is in insurance defense practice. The cases include claims arising from motor vehicle collisions and similar casualties, as well as first party claims and bad faith claims brought by insureds for property damage (including multiple claims in the wake of Hurricane Katrina) and other related losses. He has defended claims arising under homeowner’s coverages and personal injury claims involving ruptured discs surgically repaired, alleged ruptured or bulging discs, broken bones and even death claims. He has also provided opinions on various coverage issues related to property damage and personal injury.
Mr. O’Connor’s work load includes matters handled by Special Investigative Units (SIU) of the respective insurers, involving multiple elements of fraudulent claims submitted in both personal injury, property damage and Hurricane Katrina claims. Statements under oath are commonly assigned by the client.
In regards to his courtroom experience, Mr. O’Connor has successfully tried numerous judge and/or jury trials in the surrounding parishes: Orleans, Jefferson, St. Tammany, Tangipahoa, Washington, St Bernard, Terrebonne, Lafourche, St. Mary, St. Charles, St. John the Baptist and St. Helena. He also has experience arguing cases in the Louisiana First, Fourth and Fifth Circuit Courts of Appeal.
education
Louisiana State University (B.S. 1993)
Loyola University School of Law (J.D. 1996)
Admitted to the Bar: Louisiana, 1996
professional associations
American Bar Association
Greater Covington Bar Association
Louisiana State Bar Association
areas of practice
Insurance
Throughout our history, Porteous, Hainkel & Johnson, L.L.P has focused on the defense of every aspect of insurance law. Our firm has extensive experience in the areas of insurance law, insurance coverage litigation and insurance regulation. Our attorneys are well...... Read More
Premises Liability
From the merchant that becomes a defendant in a slip and fall claim, to the restaurant that faces a food borne illness claim, our attorneys have the experience to defend clients with a wide range of legal needs. Additionally, we...... Read More
Commercial
Attorneys at Porteous, Hainkel & Johnson act as a continuous resource for our business clients. Our team is committed to helping you reach your business goals through prompt, effective solutions, team work and attention to detail. We assist our business...... Read More
Trucking
Attorneys at Porteous, Hainkel & Johnson have handled complex litigation involving the shipping of goods over waterways, highways and rail. Our attorneys are well versed in environmental and toxic tort matters in order to assist our clients with today’s emphasis...... Read More
Estate Planning
Our experienced legal team at Porteous, Hainkel & Johnson can assist you with legal matters and give you valuable advice to secure and protect your assets. We are thoroughly knowledgeable in dealing with the creation, protection and disposition of a...... Read More

