Jack K. Whitehead, Jr. – Top Attorney
Baton Rouge, LA WW/Press/ – Jack K. Whitehead, Jr., Managing Attorney of the Whitehead Law Firm, is recognized and distinguished in the Top Attorneys of North America 2025-2026 edition.
Meet Jack K. Whitehead, Jr., the experienced founder of Whitehead Law Firm in Baton Rouge, LA. Specializing in Bankruptcy, Labor and Employment, and Mergers, Acquisitions, and Divestitures, their attorneys provide top-notch legal counsel to clients in the Louisiana Metropolitan area.
With years of trial expertise across multiple states, Mr. Whitehead is a Certified Public Accountant turned successful business attorney. As a Certified Public Accountant, before law school, Mr. Whitehead traveled the globe for an international oil and gas exploration company as the company grew to a major worldwide oil and gas producer. Attorney Whitehead is often called upon as a liaison to represent companies before local, state and federal government agencies. As lead counsel on Fair Labor Standards Act Claims, he represents companies before government agencies and practices in various Louisiana courts.
A dedicated member of the legal profession, Mr. Whitehead serves on prestigious committees and holds an “AV” rating from Martindale-Hubbell. In addition his peers chose him as a delegate to the American Bar Association for the 2012-2014 term.
Beyond his legal work, he supports and volunteers at The Boys and Girls Club and The American Red Cross, and The Governor’s Cancer Ball continuing to making a difference in his community.
The Top Attorneys of North America, a New York based publication, distinguishes and profiles leading attorneys who have reached a recognizable degree of success and leadership in their field. The directory is valued for promoting awareness of the accomplishments within the North American legal community.