Atty. J Geoffrey Ormsby

Atty. J Geoffrey Ormsby

J Geoffrey Ormsby is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, admiralty and maritime law, environmental litigation. J received a degree from University of Massachusetts at Amherst, and has been licensed for 30 years.

New Orleans New Orleans 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About J Geoffrey Ormsby at a glance

J Geoffrey Ormsby is a Partner based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Smith & Fawer, L.L.C.. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and maritime. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1996), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1996), Virginia U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of Louisiana U.S. District Court (1999), and U. S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1999). Educated at Tulane University Law School J.D. cum laude (—) and University of Massachusetts at Amherst cum laude (—). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Louisiana State and Federal Bar Associations Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • J Geoffrey Ormsby is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, admiralty and maritime law, environmental litigation
  • J received a degree from University of Massachusetts at Amherst, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • J practices at Smith & Fawer, L.L.C. in New Orleans, LA

Practice Areas Explained

J Geoffrey Ormsby's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases J Geoffrey Ormsby handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

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Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Louisiana

Practicing law in Louisiana. Legal matters in Louisiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New Orleans are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Louisiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Louisiana brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Louisiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

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Where is J Geoffrey Ormsby's law office located?
J Geoffrey Ormsby's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is Smith & Fawer, L.L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J Geoffrey Ormsby handle?
J Geoffrey Ormsby focuses on business, litigation, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has J Geoffrey Ormsby practiced law?
J Geoffrey Ormsby has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did J Geoffrey Ormsby go to law school?
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What awards or recognition has J Geoffrey Ormsby received?
J Geoffrey Ormsby's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

Tulane University Law School J.D. cum laude
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University of Massachusetts at Amherst cum laude
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Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1996
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1996
Virginia U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of Louisiana U.S. District Court
Admitted: 1999
U. S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1999

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