Walter F. Becker, Jr., Principal

Walter F. Becker, Jr. is a veteran litigator and an extensively experienced trial consultant. He provides unparalleled expertise to clients preparing for trial in New Orleans and across the Gulf South through Becker Jury Consulting. A state and federal prosecutor for more than 20 years, Becker has personally tried more than 100 jury cases in state and federal courts. He learned the value of using jury research as a federal prosecutor. After leaving the government, Becker worked full time for two of the nation’s pre-eminent jury consultants, and participated in numerous jury research projects around the country. After being trained by the best, Becker brought that expertise back home to the Gulf South Region.

Education

J.D., Tulane Law School, 1982

B.A., Tulane University, 1978

Presentations & Publications

How to Use a Jury Consultant – A Guide for Trial Attorneys – Louisiana Bar Journal (April/May 2003)

Using Jury Focus Groups and Mock Trials to Win Your Jury Trial – New Orleans Bar Association Seminar (Dec. 2018)

Experience

Vinson & Dimitrius,
Los Angeles, CA. (2001 - 2003)

Dimitrius & Associates,
Los Angeles, CA. (2004)

Becker Jury Consulting, LLC, New Orleans, LA. (2006 - Present)