Barry Seal estate challenges Universal Pictures film agreement
Barry Seal's eldest daughter Lisa Frigon sued Universal Studios over "American Made" film rights, claiming unauthorized use of her father's life story and false portrayal. Louisiana courts dismissed lawsuit in 2018. Attorney Roy Maughan Jr. represented Frigon's estate claims against widow Deborah Seal and her children.
New affordable housing breaks ground at condemned Brandywine site
WBRZ covered Sherwood Oaks development, with Roy Maughan as City Holdings manager overseeing the $45 million affordable housing project transformation.
Complex litigation clears path for 100+ jobs, affordable housing
WBRZ covered condemnation reversal clearing the way for Roy Maughan Jr.'s $45 million Sherwood Oaks development, creating 100+ jobs and quality affordable housing.
Attorney's legal argument precedes Louisiana publicity rights law
The Advocate covered Supreme Court dismissal of Barry Seal case, with Attorney Roy Maughan Jr.'s publicity rights argument later validated by 2022 legislation.
Attorney uses Louisiana condominium law to advance redevelopment
Roy Maughan Jr.'s City Holdings invested $400K planning to rebrand Brandywine as "Sherwood Oaks" residential complex. Legal battles with remaining occupants and owners delayed the 13-acre redevelopment, as Metro Council considered condemnation in September 2017.
Title work completed; local attorney Roy Maughan Jr., seeks time to consolidate remaining units
The Advocate covered threatened Brandywine demolition, with Roy Maughan Jr. clearing title and requesting delay to complete property consolidation for redevelopment plans.