MEDIATORS
Jay Dardenne
Mr. Dardenne is a partner in Kennon, Odom & Dardenne. He began his distinguished professional career while a student at Louisiana State University, where he served as Student Government President. His qualities of leadership and insight have continued to serve him well in his legal, political and personal endeavors. As a city councilman, a state senator, secretary of state, and now as Lieutenant Governor, Mr. Dardenne has participated in numerous situations requiring the reconciliation of many diverse opinions. A premier builder of coalitions, Mr. Dardenne is routinely sought out for his unique style of constructive problem solving. He is a seasoned professional whose skill and credibility as a mediator are unquestioned.
Areas of Concentration
General Litigation
Business Law
Family Law
Insurance
Personal Injury
Education
B.A., Louisiana State University (1976)
J.D., Louisiana State University School of Law (1979)
Background
Member Baton Rouge and Louisiana State Bar Associations
Law Clerk United States District Judge Frank J. Polozola (1979-1981)
Honorary Member Louisiana State University Order of the Coif
Outstanding Young Lawyer in Louisiana (1986)
Member East Baton Rouge Parish Metropolitan Council (1989-1991)
Member Board of Supervisors Louisiana State University (1977-1978)
Member Louisiana State Senate (1992-2006)
Chairman of the Senate Finance Committee (2000-2006)
Secretary of State (2006-2010)
Lieutenant Governor (2010-present)


