Associate Hieu “Scott” Le has been appointed Co-chair of the Louisiana State Bar Association (LSBA) Diversity Committee’s LGBT Subcommittee. This subcommittee coordinates programs to unite, support, and educate attorneys, judges, professors, law students, paralegals, and other members of the legal profession in Louisiana around issues facing LGBT individuals; promotes the creation of coalitions with other legal bar associations and organizations; encourages the adoption of nondiscrimination policies in law firms protecting both sexual orientation and gender identity; and encourages and empowers LGBT individuals to choose law as a career.

About Hieu “Scott” Le

Scott’s areas of practice include the defense of employers and insurance carriers for claims arising under the Louisiana Workers’ Compensation Act, Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act, Defense Base Act, and War Hazards Compensation Act.

Before joining Mouledoux, Bland, Legrand & Brackett, Scott primarily practiced in the Louisiana state courts. During this time, he handled matters ranging from personal injury claims to contract disputes and municipal-level criminal defense. He also gained experience in New Jersey and New York, where his practice included civil rights advocacy, foreclosure defense, consumer fraud litigation, labor disputes, and health care-related benefits hearings.

Scott strongly believes in actively participating in his profession and community. He is Secretary of the LSBA Minority Involvement Section, Secretary of the Vietnamese American Bar Association and serves as an E-board member of the New Orleans Pride Center. More >