Benjamin R. Grau
Benjamin R. Grau of Simon, Peragine, Smith & Redfearn, LLP is a construction attorney in New Orleans, Louisiana. View experience and practice areas.
Simon, Peragine, Smith & Redfearn, LLP · New Orleans, Louisiana
About Benjamin R. Grau
For over 25 years, Benjamin R. Grau has been a key partner at Simon, Peragine, Smith & Redfearn, LLP, where he also serves on the Governing Committee. He has built a strong reputation for his results-driven and risk-conscious approach, providing strategic counsel to a diverse range of clients in commercial, construction, and insurance matters. With a unique ability to quickly grasp complex technical concepts, Ben excels in high-stakes disputes across Louisiana, Texas, and beyond.
Ben's extensive experience encompasses construction defect litigation, commercial contract disputes, products liability, toxic-tort and premises liability cases, insurance coverage and business interruption matters, maritime and offshore energy litigation, and estate planning and administration. His expertise extends to admiralty law, where he holds a Certificate of Specialization from Tulane University School of Law.
Admitted to practice in Louisiana and Texas state courts, as well as multiple federal district and appellate courts including the U.S. Court of Federal Claims, Ben brings a comprehensive understanding of both state and federal legal systems to his practice. His AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell and recognition in Best Lawyers in America for Construction Law and Litigation, along with his inclusion in Louisiana Super Lawyers, reflect his standing as a premier attorney in his field.