Introduction
Austin Townsend is a personal injury attorney at Trey Morris Injury Lawyers, representing plaintiffs in motor vehicle accidents, wrongful death, and catastrophic injury cases across Louisiana. He joined the firm in July 2023 and has been selected to the Louisiana Super Lawyers Rising Stars list in both eligible years since his admission.
Notable results
Mr. Townsend’s case outcomes range from $290,000 to $1 Million across motor vehicle, commercial trucking, and premises liability cases. Recent results include:
The at-fault driver rear-ended our client's vehicle and caused serious injury.
- $800,000
An 18-wheeler side-swiped our client.
- $770,000
The other vehicle rear-ended our client's car on the interstate.
- $750,000
An 18-wheeler turned left into our client's path and struck the vehicle.
- $730,000
The at-fault driver rear-ended our client's vehicle.
- $600,000
The at-fault driver rear-ended our client's vehicle while it was stopped.
- $575,000
Our client was stopped in traffic when the at-fault driver rear-ended them.
- $550,000
The at-fault driver struck the passenger side of our client's vehicle while both exited adjacent parking lots.
- $300,000
Our client's three-year-old son stepped in a hole at the apartment complex where he lived and broke his femur.
- $290,000
The at-fault driver rear-ended our client.
Your results may vary.
Practice focus
Motor vehicle accidents, wrongful death, and catastrophic injury form the foundation of his practice. Mr. Townsend represents plaintiffs exclusively in personal injury litigation across Louisiana.
Background
Mr. Townsend earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Northwestern State University, then his Juris Doctor with Cum Laude honors from Southern University Law Center. He has family members in legal practice and pursued appellate court experience from the start. During law school he externed for the Honorable Jeff Thompson at the Louisiana Court of Appeal, Second Circuit in Shreveport. He then clerked for the Honorable Jewel E. Welch with the Louisiana Court of Appeals, First Circuit in Baton Rouge, and earlier clerked at the Red River Parish Courthouse, 39th Judicial District. These appellate clerkships gave him experience in legal research, brief writing, and appellate strategy that supports his preparation at every stage of litigation. He joined Trey Morris Injury Lawyers in July 2023.
Honors and recognition
Mr. Townsend was selected to the Louisiana Super Lawyers Rising Stars list in 2025, 2026, and 2027, a recognition limited to no more than 2.5 percent of attorneys under 40 or in practice ten years or less. He earned this designation in his first three years of eligibility.
What clients say
- ★★★★★
Thank you for providing outstanding service from start to finish. They were professional, responsive, and truly cared about my case. I felt informed and supported every step of the way. Highly recommend their team. Austin Townsend and Lizzie are simply the best!
- ★★★★★
I can’t say enough good things about [Trey Morris Injury Lawyers]. They were knowledgeable, compassionate, and always quick to respond. They made a stressful situation much easier, and I’m very grateful for their help. Special thanks to Austin Townsend and Lizzie.
- ★★★★★
I was in a wreck in November and we decided on going to [Trey Morris Injury Lawyers] to handle our case! Our amazing attorney is Austin Townsend and he’s made this whole process a breeze! He fights to get you the most of your settlement, lets you know every new decision/change that’s been made and you never have to wonder if he’s working on your case because 9 times out of 10 he’s putting in the work needed. Everyone at the office is very helpful and professional. I will be recommending them to everyone!
Testimonials do not constitute a guarantee, warranty, or prediction regarding the outcome of your legal matter. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.