Gordon J. McKernan

Gordon J. McKernan, attorney and co-founder of Bonnecaze McKernan, brings decades of business knowledge and leadership experience to the firm. Known for building one of Louisiana’s largest and most successful law firms, Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys, Gordon’s business expertise extends well beyond legal practice. His broad experience as a local businessman and investor spans industries such as real estate, restaurants, and other ventures, solidifying his reputation as a key economic driver in the state.

Gordon’s extensive experience in leading a multi-office firm with over 200 employees, which has recovered more than $3 billion for clients, provides him with unique insights into delivering exceptional client satisfaction and optimizing business operations. His investments in local businesses further reflect his deep commitment to community growth, reinforcing his multifaceted role as a leader in both the legal and business sectors.

Gordon’s entrepreneurial spirit, diverse business interests, and dedication to the Louisiana economy position him as a visionary leader, consistently working to uplift the local community through innovation and strategic partnerships. 

Beyond his professional endeavors, Gordon is a family man and a devout Christian. In 1991, he married his high school sweetheart, Shannon Field McKernan, and together they have been blessed with four children: Riley, Meredith, Charlotte, and John Gordon. He values spending time with his loved ones and enjoys traveling, reading, cooking, golfing, fishing, and hunting. His faith plays a central role in his life, guiding his values both personally and professionally.

    • Louisiana State University, Bachelor of Arts (1989)
    • Loyola University, New Orleans School of Law, J.D. (1992)
      • Moot Court
    • Louisiana
    • Texas
    • United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana
    • United States District Court for the Middle District of Louisiana
    • United States District Court for the Western District of Louisiana
    • United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas
    • United States District Court for the Western District of Texas
    • United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas
    • United States District Court for the Northern District of Mississippi
    • United States District Court for the Southern District of Mississippi
    • Baton Rouge Bar Association
    • Louisiana Trial Lawyers Association, Member
    • Louisiana Trial Lawyers Association, Executive Council (1994 – 1996)
    • Louisiana Trial Lawyers Association, Board of Governors (1997 – 1999)
    • Texas Trial Lawyers Association, Member
    • American Association for Justice, Member
    • Trial Lawyers for Public Justice, Member
    • Safety Council Baton Rouge Chapter, Member (August 30, 2010 – Present)
    • Louisiana Trial Lawyers Association, Council of Directors (2000 – 2001)
    • Mississippi Trial Lawyers Association, Member
    • Million Dollar Advocates, Member
    • Special Tools for Selecting the Right Jury, National Business Institute, Winning Strategies for Jury Selection in Louisiana, June 1998
    • Planning Voir Dire, National Business Institute, Winning Strategies for Jury Selection in Louisiana, June 1998
    • Update of the Wrongful Death Law, Louisiana Trial Lawyers Association, Updates and Winning with the Masters, December 1996
    • Overview of the Wrongful Death Law, Louisiana Trial Lawyers Association, Post-legislative Retreat, July 1996
    • Overview and Update of Wrongful Death Law, National Business Institute, June 1996
    • Trial of the Wrongful Death Case, National Business Institute, June 1996
    • McKernan’s Louisiana Personal Injury Reporter, Lawyer’s Cooperative Publishing Co., 1995
    • McKernan’s Louisiana Personal Injury Reporter, Lawyer’s Cooperative Publishing Co., 1994
    • Winning Strategies for Jury Selection in Louisiana, National Business Institute Paralegals and the Litigation Team in Louisiana, Institute for Paralegal Education Trial of a Personal Injury Case from A to Z, National Association of Legal Assistants
    • Who’s Your Lawyer, Gordon McKernan Injury Lawyers Christians & Car Wrecks, Vitalink Publishing
    • Million Dollar Advocates Forum 
    • American Trial Lawyers – Top 100 Trial Lawyers (2005 – 2011) 
    • Super Lawyers® (2012-2024)
    • Martindale Hubbell:
      • Client Champion – Platinum Rating (2024)
      • Distinguished Rating (2024)
      • Avvo Client’s Choice (2024)

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