Alléna W. McCain is a litigator based out of Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Her practice spans many areas of litigation, including medical malpractice, legal malpractice, personal injury, commercial disputes, and civil rights. “My favorite thing about practicing law, especially in litigation, is crafting a story to convey to the fact finder. The discovery process reveals puzzle pieces and plot points, and our clients trust us to find ways to strategically place those pieces into a complete and persuasive story that supports our legal theory.” For Alléna, every case brings an opportunity to learn more about the law, the parties, and the subject matter in dispute. She particularly enjoys working with experts and learning more about the intersection of law and other industries.
Alléna fell in love with trial work and the storytelling process through participation in undergraduate trial competitions hosted by the American Mock Trial Association, which inspired her to pursue a legal career after earning her bachelor’s degree in business administration in finance from the University of Louisiana at Monroe (ULM). At Louisiana State University’s (LSU’s) Paul M. Hebert Law Center, Alléna continued to develop her advocacy skills through classroom study and participation in the Law Center’s robust trial advocacy workshops and competitions. In 2019, she represented LSU on the championship-winning team at the Costello National Criminal Trial Competition in Fairfax, Virginia. Upon her graduation, she was inducted into the Order of the Barristers, a national organization recognizing excellence in the art of courtroom advocacy. Alléna was also a member of the Louisiana Law Review, serving as an issue editor for volume 79.
When her practice permits, Alléna continues to volunteer as a coach and judge for the ULM mock trial teams and the LSU Law Center’s advocacy programs. She also serves as the vice-chair of the Baton Rouge Bar Association’s Mock Trial Committee, which hosts an annual regional tournament for high school students. “It is so rewarding to bring dozens of practicing attorneys and judges into our district courthouse to judge and mentor our local students. Not only are we laying a foundation for future attorneys, but we also have the privilege of instilling an appreciation and understanding of our justice system. We are perennially amazed by the skill and preparation the students demonstrate, and I always end the tournament weekend with a renewed commitment to diligent preparation and strategic creativity in my own work.”
Alléna has been a member of the ABA Tort Trial and Insurance Practice Section (TIPS) since the start of her career but became involved in committees and leadership in 2024. In addition to her service on the editorial board of The Brief, she is a member of the Medicine and Law Committee and the Committee on Outreach to Young Lawyers. Meade Mitchell, the Vice-Chair of TIPS, encouraged Alléna to dive into TIPS committees. TIPS involvement has encouraged her to expand her network, knowledge, and skills.
Alléna believes strongly that the legal profession is only as noble as those who maintain it. She believes it is possible—essential, even—to zealously represent clients while maintaining a professional and practical approach to conflict resolution and litigation strategy. Her dedication to clients and commitment to professionalism have earned her designation as a Rising Star in Personal Injury Defense by Louisiana Super Lawyers in 2024 and 2025.
Alléna grew up in a rural community in north Louisiana. The pragmatic, can-do attitude of her farming family instilled a sense of tenacity and fairness that continues to inspire her practice. She credits her grandmother with instilling in her a sense of curiosity, logic, and competition from a young age—while her father and brothers worked on the farm, Alléna spent many summer days playing logic games, working jigsaw puzzles, reading, and playing board games with her grandmother.
Throughout her childhood, Alléna developed a love of performing through her involvement in community theater and dance recitals. These experiences paved the way for her to excel in courtroom advocacy despite her introverted nature. “I love to perform, and I love the spotlight, but I generally dislike social environments. Therefore, I treat the courtroom as a stage, much like I learned as a mock trial student. Every person in a courtroom or conference room has a role to play, and I play my part to the best of my ability in each situation.” This approach allows Alléna to remain professional and communicate with poise, particularly when working with difficult people and sensitive issues.
Outside of the office, Alléna enjoys cross-stitching, reading, baking, and listening to podcasts. She is married to her high school sweetheart, Connor, and they have a spoiled fur baby, Veto. Together, they enjoy traveling, live music, comedy, theater, and hosting friends for weekly Survivor watch parties. Alléna can be reached at [email protected].
