Team

<p class="font_8 wixui-rich-text__text">Lamont Hills is one of the co-founders of Hills Daniels & Associates and a proud member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum – one of the most prestigious groups of trial lawyers in the United States. A distinction that fewer than 1% of U.S. attorneys bear. Membership is limited to attorneys who have won multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements—placing him among the elite trial lawyers nationwide.</p> <p class="font_8 wixui-rich-text__text">Lamont was Born in New Orleans, Louisiana, and raised in San Antonio, Texas. Lamont’s early years shaped his grit, resilience, and passion for service. He went on to return to his Louisiana roots and graduate with honors from The Southern University Law Center, launching a legal career rooted in both intellect and integrity. Lamont’s professional journey includes prestigious judicial clerkships with the Honorable Sandra Cabrina Jenkins at the 4th Circuit Court of Appeal and the Honorable John Michael Guidry at the 1st Circuit Court of Appeal. These formative experiences offered him a behind-the-scenes look at the judicial process and deepened his appreciation for strategic legal thinking.</p> <p class="font_8 wixui-rich-text__text">Early in his career, Lamont also represented and defended major insurance and retail companies, gaining knowledge of the defense tactics used to minimize injury claims. That experience now serves as a strategic advantage helping him represent injury victims, allowing him to anticipate the opposition’s moves and outmaneuver them with precision to maximize his clients cases.</p> <p class="font_8 wixui-rich-text__text">Outside the courtroom, Lamont is deeply involved in the New Orleans community. He hosts events that give back to the city and surrounding areas and volunteers his time with impactful organizations like Son of a Saint. He is also a sought-after speaker, frequently invited to share his story and insight with youth, professionals, and community groups.</p> <p class="font_8 wixui-rich-text__text">In his downtime, Lamont likes to watch football, hit the gym, and try new restaurants with his friends and family. Whether in the courtroom or the community, Lamont is driven by one mission: to enrich the lives of anyone he helps.</p> <img class="aligncenter wp-image-6970 size-thumbnail" src="https://hdinjuryattorneys.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/TheNational-Top40-TrialLawyers-150x150.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="150" />

<p class="font_8 wixui-rich-text__text">David is one of the co-founding attorneys at Hills, Daniels, & Associates. David was born and raised in New Orleans, LA. At a young age, David knew he wanted to be an attorney after watching his grandmother struggle to find legal support for his family members. Making it his ultimate goal, David became an attorney so his family would no longer have to search.</p> <p class="font_8 wixui-rich-text__text"><span class="wixGuard wixui-rich-text__text">​</span>David graduated high school at L.W. Higgins High and continued his education at UNO and SUNO. Upon graduating from SUNO, David went on to attend Southern University Law School. With years of experience, David is well versed in many practice areas including Personal injury, Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, Traffic Violation, and Business Formation.  Having prepared and negotiated contracts for Large Companies, and Clerking for Judge D. Nicole Shepard in Civil District Court, David started his own law firm, The Daniels Law Firm, which has since merged to form Hills Daniels and Associates.</p>

Luke Cartozzo is an associate attorney at Hills Daniels & Associates, where he specializes in civil litigation with a concentration in personal injury law. A native of Kenner, Louisiana, Luke is passionate about advocating for individuals who have been harmed due to the negligence of others.Luke earned his Juris Doctor from Southern University Law Center. Since joining Hills Daniels & Associates, he has dedicated his practice to representing clients in a wide range of personal injury matters, including motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, and wrongful death claims. His approach to personal injury law is rooted in compassion, meticulous preparation, and a tenacious pursuit of fair compensation for his clients.With a client-centered approach and a strong foundation in litigation strategy, Luke works diligently to ensure that each client receives personalized attention and effective legal representation. He is committed to achieving favorable outcomes through both skilled negotiation and vigorous courtroom advocacy. Luke's deep roots in Louisiana and dedication to justice drive his mission to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those he represents. In his free time, Luke enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter.

Jywana Moore is an Associate Attorney at Hills Daniels and Associates licensed to practice in the state of Alabama. Jywana was born and raised in Lake Charles, Louisiana. She decided to venture out and from there she embarked on her undergraduate career at Dillard University where she obtained a bachelor’s in criminal justice in the year 2021.Soon after graduating, she began studying for her Juris Doctor at Loyola University New Orleans College of Law. Jywana graduated from law school in May of 2024. As a first-year law student, Jywana began interning with Hills Daniels and Associates in December of 2021. Once she graduated from law school she was offered the position to be an associate attorney at the firm.Jywana has a focus in personal injury with a passion for prison abuse cases. Over the years she has assisted the firm on cases of a wide variety including eighteen wheeler collisions, dog bites, slip and falls, and other premise liability cases. Jywana also plans to continue to be an advocate for minors through the study of adverse childhood experiences. While in her undergraduate studies and law school studies, Jywana made it her mission to take classes that focused on psychological aspects of injuries.The aspiration to be an attorney has followed Jywana since the third grade. She was constantly told that she could not stick up for everybody and that some people had to fight their own battles. This notion was not acceptable for Jywana so from then on everything Jywana did academically was in furtherance of becoming a professional advocate. The opportunity to advocate for clients who have been injured physically and mentally fuels Jywana each and every day.When Jywana is not in the office, she enjoys caring for her miniature schnauzer, Monty, doing her nails, binge watching tv shows, and trying new restaurants. Jywana is a proud daughter, sister, aunt, and fur mom. Although Jywana is a “gen z” attorney, she has received the mentorship and training from the partners of the firm who ensured she would be well equipped to be a zealous advocate for any client she encounters.

<b>Cedric LeBlanc</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> serves as Of Counsel at the firm, bringing a unique blend of legal acumen, community engagement, and a servant’s heart to his practice. Based in </span><b>New Orleans, Louisiana</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, Cedric is a graduate of </span><b>Southern University Law Center</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, following his undergraduate studies at </span><b>Southeastern Louisiana University</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. His legal journey began with a </span><b>judicial clerkship for the Honorable Christopher Dassau</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> at the 19th Judicial District Court, where he gained valuable insight into judicial reasoning and courtroom dynamics.</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Cedric’s practice focuses on </span><b>personal injury, contract law, and civil litigation</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. Prior to becoming an attorney, he worked as a </span><b>law clerk at Doran & Cawthorne PLLC</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, where he developed a solid foundation in personal injury litigation. Beyond the courtroom, Cedric is a </span><b>certified NFLPA Contract Advisor</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and a </span><b>Notary Public</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, giving him additional avenues to serve a diverse clientele. He is also a proud member of the </span><b>Louisiana State Bar Association</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">.</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Cedric’s decision to pursue law was driven by his deep desire to positively impact his community—a purpose grounded in authenticity, empathy, and genuine care for those he serves. He views the attorney-client relationship as a partnership rooted in trust and strives to empower clients with strength, knowledge, and hope for a better future. Guided by passion, pride, and purpose, Cedric is committed to </span><b>zealous advocacy and uplifting his community through his legal work</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">.</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">A dedicated community leader, Cedric is a </span><b>member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, and serves on the boards of multiple nonprofit organizations. He is a regular volunteer and frequently lends his voice to causes that promote equity, education, and empowerment. Outside of work, he is a </span><b>healthy living advocate</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><b>avid sports enthusiast</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, and </span><b>NFL agent</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, who values time with family and friends. Cedric lives by the words, </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">“Excellence is difficult, but to be mediocre is no pressure”</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> (Katt Williams), and </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">“Mastering others is strength, mastering yourself is true power”</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> (Lao Tzu)—reminders of his ongoing pursuit of excellence in both his personal and professional life.</span>