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John L. Schouest

Recognized by Best Lawyers® since 2008.
1 South Wacker Drive, Suite 3100 Chicago, Illinois 60606
(312) 690-5556
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Firm: SBSB Eastham PLLC
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SBSB Eastham PLLC


Years In Practice


Phone Number (312) 690-5556

In his 30-plus years of practice, John Schouest has established himself as straightforward, respectful and honest. With a reputation for creative case management, he is able to fashion his approach and defense to match his client’s goals or a judge’s unique perspective.

Much of Mr. Schouest’s practice is focused in maritime law, which he discovered while attending law school at Louisiana State University and quickly found to be a perfect fit. Because a large amount of energy exploration, production and transportation takes place in or on the water, he understands how to help address and defend claims — many of which involve personal injury and property loss. Many of the world’s largest insurance companies consider him their preferred legal counsel for his ability to effectively handle high-dollar, multi-jurisdictional and legally-complex claims.

Mr. Schouest is considered one of the world’s leading attorneys for Defense Base Act work, defending claims against contractors providing support to the military and other vital services around the globe. This area incorporates the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act as the basis of its application, and Mr. Schouest has found it to be a natural extension of his practice.

He is well-versed in every type of DBA situation imaginable. His previous experience and expertise in this area have helped shape many of the laws governing DBA claims. He has helped SBSB Law build a deep bench of attorneys proficient in DBA work. These include several former Administrative Law Judges briefing attorneys and a former Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs District Director, which makes SBSB Law the premier firm in this and other related practice areas.

Mr. Schouest is licensed to practice in Texas and Louisiana.

What legal services does this lawyer offer?
Admiralty and Maritime Law
Awards
Lawyer of the Year recognition for John L. Schouest
Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
Admiralty and Maritime Law, Houston (2021)
Admiralty and Maritime Law, Chicago (2019)
Admiralty and Maritime Law, Chicago (2017)
  • The Best Lawyers in America, Admiralty & Maritime Law - 2008-2021
  • Texas Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters - 2013-2020
  • Best Attorneys of America, Rue Ratings
Education
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Louisiana State University, B.A.
Graduated 1985
Louisiana State University - Baton Rouge (Hebert), J.D.
Graduated 1988
Contact Details and Office Locations
Office: (312) 690-5556
Office: (713) 588-0446
1 South Wacker Drive, Suite 3100
Chicago, Illinois 60606
Chicago, Illinois 60606
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1001 Mckinney Street, Suite 1400
Houston, Texas 77002
Houston, Texas 77002
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