Christopher Kane
Get to know this dynamic 2025 Role Model
Chris is the Partner and Global Trade & Transportation Team Leader for Adams & Reese. He leads a dynamic, multi-disciplinary practice that spans:
🚧 Construction & transportation law
🌆 Economic development & public-private partnerships
📜 Regulatory strategy & government relations
🌪️ Disaster recovery & business resilience
⚖️ Litigation, including high-stakes injury and commercial cases
In his day-to-day, Chris counsels clients in private and government construction and commercial transportation matters, as well as regional and national trucking logistics. He also has a niche practice involving professional athlete injury claims. From advising on major infrastructure and logistics projects to helping businesses navigate the CARES Act and PPP during COVID-19, Chris brings a strategic, solutions-oriented approach that his clients deeply trust. His work doesn’t just move projects forward; it creates jobs, revitalizes communities, and fuels growth. His experience with disaster recovery informs his volunteer work for several chambers of
commerce and economic development organizations.
He’s also the co-founder of Desire NOLA, a nonprofit born out of post-Katrina recovery, which has supported countless small businesses and been recognized by civic and community leaders. 👏
His insights and leadership extend even further through his podcast, BOOM! The Southeastern Commerce Podcast, where he hosts conversations with top voices in business, law, and government on what’s shaping the future of commerce in our region. 🎙️
Chris is a graduate of Loyola University New Orleans College of Law and Christian Brothers University, M.B.A. and B.S. Join us in celebrating Christopher Kane and the other fantastic 2025 Role Models at the Awards Evening on October 24, 2025. Learn more at bit.ly/YLCrolemodel