Atty. C. Allen Hennesy

Atty. C. Allen Hennesy

C. Allen Hennesy is a lawyer practicing estate planning, wills, trusts and successions.

New Orleans New Orleans 65 yrs experience 65 year
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Profile Summary

About C. Allen Hennesy at a glance

C. Allen Hennesy is a Special Counsel based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Kean Miller LLP. They have 65+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1961. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Louisiana All Louisiana Appellate Courts United States Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals United State D (1961). Educated at Tulane University (LL.B., 1961) and Louisiana State University (B.S., 1958). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of [Captain, JAGD, USAF, 1961-1964 and ]. Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • C. Allen Hennesy is a lawyer practicing estate planning, wills, trusts and successions
  • C. Allen received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University in 1958, and has been licensed for 65 years
  • C. Allen practices at Kean Miller LLP in New Orleans, LA

Practice Areas Explained

C. Allen Hennesy's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases C. Allen Hennesy handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

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Trusts

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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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

Common questions about C. Allen Hennesy

Where is C. Allen Hennesy's law office located?
C. Allen Hennesy's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is Kean Miller LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does C. Allen Hennesy handle?
C. Allen Hennesy focuses on wills, trusts, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has C. Allen Hennesy practiced law?
C. Allen Hennesy has 65+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1961.
Where did C. Allen Hennesy go to law school?
C. Allen Hennesy earned their education at (LL.B., 1961); (B.S., 1958).
How can I contact C. Allen Hennesy for a consultation?
You can contact C. Allen Hennesy 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 C. Allen Hennesy received?
C. Allen Hennesy's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Tulane University
- 1961
B.S.
Louisiana State University
- 1958

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana All Louisiana Appellate Courts United States Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals United State D
Admitted: 1961

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