Atty. Bernard H McLaughlin, Jr

Atty. Bernard H McLaughlin, Jr

Bernard H McLaughlin, Jr is a lawyer practicing international law, personal injury, admiralty and maritime and 6 other areas of law. Bernard received a B.A. degree from Louisiana State University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years.

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About Bernard H McLaughlin, Jr at a glance

Bernard H McLaughlin, Jr is a Member based in Lake Charles, Louisiana, practicing at McLaughlin Mediation Services. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on sexual harassment, personal injury, environmental, health care, and adr. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1976), U.S. District Court, Western, Middle and Eastern Districts of Louisiana (1976), U.S. Supreme Court (1984), and U.S. Court of Navy and Marine Corps Court of Review (1990). Educated at Louisiana State University (J.D., 1976) and Louisiana State University (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Southwest Louisiana, Louisiana State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Lake Charles, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Bernard H McLaughlin, Jr is a lawyer practicing international law, personal injury, admiralty and maritime and 6 other areas of law
  • Bernard received a B.A. degree from Louisiana State University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Bernard practices at McLaughlin Mediation Services in Lake Charles, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Bernard H McLaughlin, Jr's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bernard H McLaughlin, Jr handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Sexual Harassment

Bernard H McLaughlin, Jr is one of 6,021 sexual harassment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse sexual harassment attorneys in Louisiana →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Bernard H McLaughlin, Jr is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Louisiana →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Bernard H McLaughlin, Jr is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Louisiana →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

Bernard H McLaughlin, Jr is one of 66,735 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in Louisiana →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Bernard H McLaughlin, Jr is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Louisiana →

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 Lake Charles 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

Common questions about Bernard H McLaughlin, Jr

Where is Bernard H McLaughlin, Jr's law office located?
Bernard H McLaughlin, Jr's law practice is located in Lake Charles, Louisiana. The firm is McLaughlin Mediation Services. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bernard H McLaughlin, Jr handle?
Bernard H McLaughlin, Jr focuses on sexual harassment, personal injury, environmental, health care, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Bernard H McLaughlin, Jr practiced law?
Bernard H McLaughlin, Jr has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Bernard H McLaughlin, Jr go to law school?
Bernard H McLaughlin, Jr earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Bernard H McLaughlin, Jr for a consultation?
You can contact Bernard H McLaughlin, Jr directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Bernard H McLaughlin, Jr received?
Bernard H McLaughlin, Jr's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University
- 1976
B.A.
Louisiana State University
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Western, Middle and Eastern Districts of Louisiana
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Court of Navy and Marine Corps Court of Review
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Eastern, Western, Northern and Southern Districts of Texas U.S. Court of Milita
Admitted: 1994

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