# J. Marshall Rice

attorney

A tireless advocate for the injured in Louisiana and Texas, J. Marshall Rice brings award-winning dedication and a passion for helping clients rebuild their lives.

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## Bio

Growing up in a family deeply rooted in legal tradition, J. Marshall Rice witnessed firsthand the profound impact a dedicated attorney could have on people's lives through his father's practice. This early exposure shaped his understanding that law isn't just about cases — it's about helping people rebuild their lives after challenging circumstances. Today, Marshall brings that same passionate commitment to his personal injury practice in Louisiana and Texas.

As a trial attorney, Marshall is known for his ability to connect with clients on a personal level while maintaining the professional rigor necessary for successful litigation. His reputation for excellence and integrity led to his election as the President of the Shreveport Bar Association, where he serves as a leading voice for the North Louisiana legal community. He understands that behind every case file is a person facing one of the most challenging periods of their life. This understanding drives his approach to client representation: combining empathetic listening with aggressive advocacy when needed. Marshall has earned a reputation for being thorough in his case preparation, leaving no stone unturned in pursuit of justice for his clients.

In the courtroom, Marshall is recognized for his ability to present complex legal arguments in clear, compelling terms that resonate with both judges and juries. His extensive trial experience across Louisiana has given him invaluable insights into how different jurisdictions approach personal injury cases, knowledge he uses to better serve his clients.

## Education

- Juris Doctor, Paul M. Hebert Law School, Louisiana State University
- Bachelor of Science, Centenary College of Louisiana

## Leadership & Professional Service

- President, Shreveport Bar Association
- Member, Louisiana Disciplinary Board
- Board of Governors, Louisiana Association for Justice
- Active Member, Louisiana Bar Association
- Active Member, Shreveport Bar Association

## Recognition & Achievements

- AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell (2018, 2021)
- Distinguished Rating, Martindale-Hubbell (2019, 2023, 2024)
- Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum (2019)
- Top Lawyer, The Global Who's Who (2019)
- Top Attorney, SB Magazine (2012-2014, 2025)
- Top Lawyer, SB Magazine (2019)

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## Awards & Recognition
- Super Lawyers
- Accredited Business
- Preeminent
- Avvo 10 Superb
- Top 100
- Top 10 shreveport
- Advacates Forum
- Top 100 2020
- Seal of Shreveport Bar Association featuring a stylized column in navy blue.

## Articles by *J. Marshall Rice*

- **[The Best Personal Injury Attorneys in Shreveport for 2026](https://ricekendig.com/blog/best-personal-injury-attorneys-in-shreveport)** — August 25, 2026
- **[Best Truck Accident Lawyers in Louisiana, 2026](https://ricekendig.com/blog/best-truck-accident-lawyers-in-louisiana)** — July 29, 2026
- **[Best Spinal Cord Injury Lawyers in Louisiana](https://ricekendig.com/blog/best-spinal-cord-injury-lawyers-in-louisiana)** — July 27, 2026
- **[8 Steps to Prepare for a Lawsuit for Wrongful Death in Louisiana](https://ricekendig.com/blog/how-to-prepare-for-a-wrongful-death-lawsuit)** — July 16, 2026
- **[Who Pays for Damages in a Multi-Car Accident in Louisiana](https://ricekendig.com/blog/who-pays-for-damages-in-a-multi-car-accident-in-louisiana)** — June 30, 2026
- **[Best Premises Liability Lawyers in Louisiana, 2026](https://ricekendig.com/blog/best-premises-liability-lawyers-in-louisiana)** — June 18, 2026
- **[The Cost of Inattention: Distracted Driving Trends in Caddo Parish](https://ricekendig.com/blog/distracted-driving-trends-in-caddo-parish)** — June 1, 2026
- **[Can I Recover Damages from an Uninsured Driver?](https://ricekendig.com/blog/can-i-recover-damages-from-an-uninsured-driver)** — May 13, 2026
- **[The Right Lawyer for Your Case: A Simple Checklist](https://ricekendig.com/blog/checklist-for-finding-the-right-lawyer)** — May 6, 2026
- **[How to Prove the Other Driver Was at Fault in a Louisiana Car Accident: Key Evidence](https://ricekendig.com/blog/what-types-of-evidence-do-i-need-to-prove-fault-in-a-car-accident)** — May 4, 2026
- **[Best Dog Bite Lawyers in Louisiana 2026: Guide to Maximum Recovery](https://ricekendig.com/blog/best-dog-bite-lawyers-louisiana)** — April 29, 2026
- **[What Steps Should I Take After a Motorcycle Crash?](https://ricekendig.com/blog/what-steps-should-i-take-after-a-motorcycle-crash)** — April 16, 2026
- **[Who Is at Fault in a Yellow Light Accident?](https://ricekendig.com/blog/who-is-at-fault-in-a-yellow-light-accident)** — April 13, 2026
- **[The Deadliest Hour: Shreveport Traffic Analysis & 2025-2026 Trends](https://ricekendig.com/blog/shreveport-dangerous-driving-hours)** — April 3, 2026
- **[Best Brain Injury Lawyer in Louisiana, 2026: How to Choose the Right Attorney After a Serious TBI](https://ricekendig.com/blog/best-brain-injury-attorneys-louisiana)** — March 31, 2026
- **[How Can You Prove a Hit and Run Case? A Guide to Evidence and Recovery in Louisiana.](https://ricekendig.com/blog/how-to-prove-hit-and-run-case-louisiana)** — March 16, 2026
- **[Steps to Take After a Dog Attack](https://ricekendig.com/blog/steps-to-take-after-a-dog-attack)** — March 13, 2026
- **[The "Uninsured Gap" in Caddo Parish: 2026 Statistics, Risks, and Legal Realities](https://ricekendig.com/blog/caddo-parish-uninsured-gap-statistics-report)** — March 11, 2026
- **[The Best Burn Injury Lawyers in Louisiana: Guide to Maximum Compensation](https://ricekendig.com/blog/best-burn-injury-attorneys-louisiana)** — March 10, 2026
- **[The Best Wrongful Death Lawyers in Louisiana: 2026 Guide to Seeking Justice for Families](https://ricekendig.com/blog/best-wrongful-death-attorneys-louisiana)** — February 5, 2026
- **[How to Handle Personal Injury Settlements if You Are Disabled](https://ricekendig.com/blog/how-to-handle-personal-injury-settlements-if-you-are-disabled)** — February 4, 2026
- **[Louisiana Motorcycle Helmet Law: What Riders Need to Know](https://ricekendig.com/blog/louisiana-helmet-law)** — February 3, 2026
- **[Commercial Trucking Hotspots: I-20 vs. I-49 Analysis (2025 Shreveport Data)](https://ricekendig.com/blog/shreveport-truck-accident-statistics)** — January 28, 2026
- **[Most Dangerous Intersections in Shreveport: 2026 Caddo Parish Crash Report](https://ricekendig.com/blog/dangerous-intersections-report)** — January 26, 2026
- **[Dividing Wrongful Death Settlements in Louisiana](https://ricekendig.com/blog/dividing-a-wrongful-death-settlement)** — January 22, 2026
- **[How Long Does a Car Accident Settlement Take in Louisiana](https://ricekendig.com/blog/how-long-does-a-car-accident-settlement-take)** — January 19, 2026
- **[The Best Personal Injury Attorneys in Louisiana: Beyond the Highway Billboards](https://ricekendig.com/blog/best-personal-injury-attorneys-louisiana)** — January 16, 2026
- **[Best Car Accident Lawyers in Shreveport: 2026 Guide to Finding the Right One](https://ricekendig.com/blog/best-car-accident-lawyers-shreveport)** — January 12, 2026
- **[How to File a Slip and Fall Claim in Louisiana?](https://ricekendig.com/blog/how-to-file-a-slip-and-fall-claim-in-louisiana)** — December 3, 2025
- **[Louisiana’s No Pay, No Play Law: What Every Driver Must Know](https://ricekendig.com/blog/louisiana-no-pay-no-play)** — November 28, 2025
- **[Who Is Liable for a Pedestrian Injury in Louisiana?](https://ricekendig.com/blog/who-is-liable-for-a-pedestrian-accident)** — November 27, 2025
- **[What Is the Average Settlement for a Dog Bite Case in Louisiana?](https://ricekendig.com/blog/average-dog-bite-settlement-amounts)** — November 10, 2025
- **[What Is the Average Truck Accident Settlement​ in Louisiana​?](https://ricekendig.com/blog/average-settlement-for-truck-accident)** — October 9, 2025
- **[The Louisiana Personal Injury Statute of Limitations Explained](https://ricekendig.com/blog/change-to-louisiana-personal-injury-statute-of-limitations)** — October 6, 2025
- **[Are Wrongful Death Settlements Taxable in Louisiana?](https://ricekendig.com/blog/are-wrongful-death-settlements-taxable)** — September 17, 2025
- **[Is Louisiana a No-Fault State?](https://ricekendig.com/blog/is-louisiana-a-no-fault-state)** — September 3, 2025
- **[Caps on Damages in Louisiana](https://ricekendig.com/blog/caps-on-damages-the-silent-tax)** — August 12, 2025
- **[What Is the Average Settlement for Car Accident in Louisiana​?](https://ricekendig.com/blog/typical-car-accident-settlement-amounts-with-injury)** — August 5, 2025
- **[What Happens When You Reject an Insurance Settlement Offer](https://ricekendig.com/blog/what-happens-when-you-reject-an-insurance-settlement-offer)** — July 16, 2025
- **[What Dog Has the Strongest Bite?](https://ricekendig.com/blog/what-dog-has-the-strongest-bite)** — July 7, 2025
- **[How Are Personal Injury Settlements Calculated in Louisiana](https://ricekendig.com/blog/personal-injury-settlement-amount-louisiana)** — June 24, 2025
- **[What Is the Average Wrongful Death Settlement in Louisiana​?](https://ricekendig.com/blog/average-wrongful-death-settlements)** — June 11, 2025
- **[What Are Dram Shop Laws?](https://ricekendig.com/blog/what-are-dram-shop-laws)** — November 13, 2024
- **[Types Of Brain Injuries Happen In Car Crashes](https://ricekendig.com/blog/types-of-brain-injuries-happen-in-car-crashes)** — October 23, 2024
- **[Shreveport Truck Driver Hours of Service Rules](https://ricekendig.com/blog/truck-driver-hours-of-service-rules)** — September 20, 2024
- **[What Are Different Types of Brain Injuries in Personal Injury Cases?](https://ricekendig.com/blog/what-are-different-types-of-brain-injuries-in-personal-injury-cases)** — September 20, 2024
- **[What Is Hydroplaning?](https://ricekendig.com/blog/what-is-hydroplaning)** — August 27, 2024
- **[Raccoon Eyes and Brain Injuries](https://ricekendig.com/blog/raccoon-eyes)** — August 23, 2024
- **[Is It Illegal to Drive with Headphones in Louisiana?](https://ricekendig.com/blog/is-it-illegal-to-drive-with-headphones)** — July 22, 2024
- **[What Is a No Zone?](https://ricekendig.com/blog/what-is-a-no-zone)** — July 10, 2024
- **[Average Settlement for Car Accident Back and Neck Injury in Louisiana](https://ricekendig.com/blog/average-settlement-for-car-accident-back-and-neck-injury)** — June 21, 2024
- **[When Can My Child Ride Without a Booster Seat in Louisiana?](https://ricekendig.com/blog/when-can-my-child-ride-without-a-booster-seat)** — June 11, 2024
- **[What Is a Coup-Contrecoup Brain Injury?](https://ricekendig.com/blog/coup-contrecoup-brain-injury)** — May 29, 2024
- **[What You Should Do After a Drunk Driving Collision](https://ricekendig.com/blog/what-you-should-do-after-a-drunk-driving-collision)** — May 21, 2024
- **[Understanding Spinal Injury Claims](https://ricekendig.com/blog/understanding-spinal-injury-claims)** — March 19, 2024
- **[Learning More About Dangerous Driving Behaviors](https://ricekendig.com/blog/learning-more-about-dangerous-driving-behaviors)** — March 12, 2024
- **[How Can a Statute of Limitations Impact a Car Crash Lawsuit?](https://ricekendig.com/blog/how-can-a-statute-of-limitations-impact-a-car-crash-lawsuit)** — February 7, 2024
- **[Seeking Compensation for Aviation Injuries](https://ricekendig.com/blog/seeking-compensation-for-aviation-injuries)** — January 31, 2024
- **[ADHD Linked to Auto Collisions Among Older Adults](https://ricekendig.com/blog/adhd-linked-to-auto-collisions-among-older-adults)** — January 17, 2024
- **[Determining Motorcycle Crash Liability in Louisiana](https://ricekendig.com/blog/determining-motorcycle-crash-liability)** — November 30, 2023
- **[What Is a Side-Impact Collision?](https://ricekendig.com/blog/what-is-a-side-impact-collision)** — November 14, 2023
- **[What Is a Mass Tort Claim and Can I File One?](https://ricekendig.com/blog/what-is-a-mass-tort-claim-and-can-i-file-one)** — November 7, 2023
- **[Common Circumstances Leading to Wrongful Deaths](https://ricekendig.com/blog/common-circumstances-leading-to-wrongful-deaths)** — October 17, 2023
- **[Seeking Compensation After a Spinal Injury](https://ricekendig.com/blog/seeking-compensation-after-a-spinal-injury)** — September 13, 2023
- **[Five Things to Know About Boating Injury Liability in Louisiana](https://ricekendig.com/blog/things-to-know-about-boating-injury-liability-in-louisiana)** — July 5, 2023
- **[Common Injuries In Trucking Collisions](https://ricekendig.com/blog/common-injuries-in-trucking-collisions)** — May 31, 2023
- **[What Causes Most Boating Injuries in Louisiana?](https://ricekendig.com/blog/what-causes-most-boating-injuries-in-louisiana)** — May 17, 2023
- **[Common Causes Of Brain Injuries In Shreveport](https://ricekendig.com/blog/common-causes-of-brain-injuries)** — May 3, 2023
- **[Whom Can I Sue After A Trucking Collision?](https://ricekendig.com/blog/whom-can-i-sue-after-a-trucking-collision)** — February 14, 2023
- **[5 Things NOT to Do Following a Car Wreck](https://ricekendig.com/blog/what-not-to-do-in-a-car-accident)** — February 1, 2023
- **[How to Avoid a Trucking Crash](https://ricekendig.com/blog/how-to-avoid-a-trucking-crash)** — January 26, 2023
- **[What Type of Evidence Can Prove Distracted Driving?](https://ricekendig.com/blog/what-type-of-evidence-can-prove-distracted-driving)** — January 3, 2023
- **[Who Is at Fault for a Rear-End Crash?](https://ricekendig.com/blog/who-is-at-fault-for-a-rear-end-crash)** — December 20, 2022
- **[What to Know About Red Light Crashes](https://ricekendig.com/blog/what-to-know-about-red-light-crashes)** — December 6, 2022
- **[Common Causes of Trucking Collisions](https://ricekendig.com/blog/common-causes-of-trucking-collisions)** — October 11, 2022
- **[How To Prove Liability In A DWI Wreck](https://ricekendig.com/blog/how-to-prove-liability-in-a-dui-accident)** — October 4, 2022
- **[Common Causes of Distracted Driving Collisions](https://ricekendig.com/blog/common-causes-of-distracted-driving-collisions)** — September 29, 2022
- **[Unintentional Injury: Ranked #4 in Leading Cause of Death Across Lifespan](https://ricekendig.com/blog/unintentional-injury-ranked-4-in-leading-cause-of-death-across-lifespan)** — September 20, 2022
- **[Recovering For Oil & Gas Industry Injuries In Louisiana](https://ricekendig.com/blog/recovering-for-oil-gas-industry-injuries-in-louisiana)** — August 9, 2022
- **[Recovering For Traumatic Brain Injuries In Louisiana](https://ricekendig.com/blog/recovering-for-traumatic-brain-injuries-in-louisiana)** — July 26, 2022
- **[Soft Tissue Injuries After Louisiana Car Crashes](https://ricekendig.com/blog/soft-tissue-injuries-after-a-car-crash)** — June 6, 2022
- **[What to Do After a Louisiana Vehicle Crash](https://ricekendig.com/blog/what-to-do-after-a-vehicle-accident)** — May 9, 2022
- **[Filing a Civil Claim Against a Louisiana Drunk Driver](https://ricekendig.com/blog/filing-a-civil-claim-against-a-louisiana-drunk-driver)** — May 2, 2022
- **[Who Is at Fault in a Louisiana T-Bone Vehicle Crash?](https://ricekendig.com/blog/who-is-at-fault-in-t-bone-vehicle-crash)** — March 22, 2022
- **[Who Is Liable in a Multi-Vehicle Crash?](https://ricekendig.com/blog/who-is-liable-in-a-multi-vehicle-crash)** — March 2, 2022
- **[Have You Been the Victim of a Louisiana Rollover Crash?](https://ricekendig.com/blog/have-you-been-the-victim-of-a-rollover-crash)** — January 19, 2022
- **[Understanding How To File A Personal Injury Claim](https://ricekendig.com/blog/understanding-how-to-file-a-personal-injury-claim)** — January 13, 2022
- **[Bicycle Crash Injuries And Louisiana Law](https://ricekendig.com/blog/bicycle-laws-in-louisiana)** — December 22, 2021
- **[What Damages Can I Recover After a Louisiana Car Wreck?](https://ricekendig.com/blog/what-damages-can-i-recover-after-a-car-wreck)** — December 1, 2021
- **[Strategies Louisiana Insurance Companies Use to Avoid Paying Claims](https://ricekendig.com/blog/strategies-louisiana-insurance-companies-use-to-avoid-paying-claims)** — November 24, 2021
- **[A Range of Factors Can Contribute to a Motorcycle Collision](https://ricekendig.com/blog/common-causes-of-motorcycle-accidents)** — October 5, 2021
- **[Replacing Child Car Seats After a Car Collision](https://ricekendig.com/blog/replacing-child-car-seats-after-a-car-collision)** — September 28, 2021
- **[Your Personal Injury Attorney Can Obtain Medical Records For You](https://ricekendig.com/blog/your-personal-injury-attorney-can-obtain-medical-records-for-you)** — August 10, 2021
- **[Louisiana Bicycle Accident Injuries](https://ricekendig.com/blog/common-bicycle-accident-injuries)** — July 30, 2021
- **[Why It’s Important to Hire a Lawyer for an 18-Wheeler Wreck](https://ricekendig.com/blog/why-its-important-to-hire-a-lawyer-for-an-18-wheeler-wreck)** — June 22, 2021
- **[Will My Insurance Rates Go Up If I Pursue A Claim Or File A Lawsuit?](https://ricekendig.com/blog/will-my-insurance-rates-go-up-if-i-pursue-a-claim-or-file-a-lawsuit)** — June 9, 2021
- **[Social Media and Your Shreveport Personal Injury Case](https://ricekendig.com/blog/social-media-and-your-personal-injury-case)** — April 7, 2021
- **[Damage Recovery for Your Shreveport Dog Bite Injury](https://ricekendig.com/blog/damage-recovery-for-your-dog-bite-injury)** — March 30, 2021
- **[Steps to Take After a Louisiana Fender Bender](https://ricekendig.com/blog/steps-to-take-after-a-fender-bender)** — March 17, 2021
- **[Impact of Pre-existing Conditions on Personal Injury Claims](https://ricekendig.com/blog/impact-of-pre-existing-conditions-on-personal-injury-claims)** — February 19, 2021
- **[Compensation for Escalator Injuries](https://ricekendig.com/blog/compensation-for-escalator-injuries)** — January 22, 2021
- **[Rear-End Crash Injuries in Louisiana](https://ricekendig.com/blog/rear-end-crash-injuries-in-louisiana)** — December 17, 2020
- **[Tort Reform — The Recycled “Big Lie”](https://ricekendig.com/blog/tort-reform-the-recycled-big-lie)** — May 8, 2020
- **[Will I Get Stuck Paying the Bills After a Wreck That’s Not My Fault?](https://ricekendig.com/blog/will-i-get-stuck-paying-the-bills-after-a-wreck-thats-not-my-fault)** — March 17, 2020

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