Atty. Ben E Coleman
Mr. Ben E Coleman is a lawyer practicing real estate, probate and estate planning, corporate.
Corporate & More Attorney · Serving Shreveport, LA · 77+ Years Experience
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About Ben E Coleman at a Glance
Ben E Coleman is a Member based in Shreveport, Louisiana, practicing at Coleman & Mayo. They have 77+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1949. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1949). Educated at Louisiana State University (LL.B., 1949). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Shreveport (President, 1980), Louisiana State (Member: House of Delegates, 1968-1969 Board of Governors, 1970-1971 Nominating Committee, 1972 and 1974) and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in Shreveport, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Ben E Coleman
- Mr. Ben E Coleman is a lawyer practicing real estate, probate and estate planning, corporate
- Ben has been licensed for 77 years
- Ben practices at Coleman & Mayo in Shreveport, LA
Practice Areas Explained
Ben E Coleman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ben E Coleman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Shreveport.
Probate in Shreveport
Ben E Coleman is one of 127,041 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Louisiana →
Estate Planning & Probate in Shreveport
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Ben E Coleman is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Louisiana →
Business & Corporate Law in Shreveport
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Ben E Coleman is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Louisiana →
Real Estate Law in Shreveport
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Ben E Coleman is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Louisiana →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Shreveport
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 Shreveport 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 venue, 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.
Shreveport Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Shreveport-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Shreveport Choose Ben E Coleman
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Ben E Coleman's practice in the field of probate, estate planning, business, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Ben E Coleman brings 77+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering probate, estate planning, and business, Ben E Coleman can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Shreveport
A Shreveport-based practice means Ben E Coleman attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Ben E Coleman Handles in Shreveport
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Ben E Coleman has experience with under Louisiana law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Ben E Coleman directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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