About Michael S.
Michael S — Koch is a personal injury attorney based in Alexandria, Louisiana. He has been practicing law for over 36 years, focusing on cases such as car accidents, slip and falls, and wrongful death. He is a partner at Neblett, Beard & Arsenault, a firm known for its dedication to representing individuals who have suffered due to the negligence of others. The firm is located at 2220 Bonaventure Court, Alexandria, LA 71301. Born in Houston, Texas, and raised in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Michael completed his undergraduate studies at the University of North Dakota, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in 1985.
He then attended the Southern University Law Center in Baton Rouge, where he graduated cum laude with a Juris Doctor degree in 1989. After law school, Michael joined Neblett, Beard & Arsenault, where he has been practicing ever since. His experience includes handling many personal injury cases, from car accidents to complex wrongful death claims. He has tried numerous bench and jury trials throughout Louisiana, including cities such as Alexandria, Monroe, Bossier City, Ville Platte, Lafayette, Leesville, Lake Charles, Opelousas, Breaux Bridge, Jennings, Baton Rouge, Pineville, New Orleans, Shreveport. Thibodeaux.
In addition to his legal practice, Michael is an active member of several professional organizations. He has been a member of the Louisiana State Bar Association since 1989 and serves on the Alexandria Bar Association's Executive Council. He is also a member of the Louisiana Association of Justice. Michael's commitment to his clients and the legal profession has been recognized by his peers. He has maintained an AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating from Martindale-Hubbell since 2011, reflecting the highest standards of professional excellence.
Outside of his legal career, Michael has a diverse background — He played football and was on the LSU Bengals swim team during his youth. After moving to Bismarck, North Dakota, he continued to play football and swim competitively in high school. He also played the cello from 4th to 12th grade and was the only football player at his high school who was also in the orchestra. Michael's dedication to his clients and his community shows his reputation as a trusted and experienced attorney in Louisiana.
