Atty. Caitlin Byars Carrigan

Atty. Caitlin Byars Carrigan

Ms. Caitlin Byars Carrigan is a lawyer practicing admiralty and maritime law.

New Orleans New Orleans 15 yrs experience 15 year
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About Caitlin Byars Carrigan at a glance

Caitlin Byars Carrigan is a Special Counsel based in New Orleans, Louisiana. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Their practice focuses on maritime. Admitted to practice in Louisiana U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Dist (2011). Educated at Loyola University Law School J.D. (—) and Louisiana State University B.A. Business Marketing (—). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ms. Caitlin Byars Carrigan is a lawyer practicing admiralty and maritime law
  • Caitlin Byars received a B.A. degree from Louisiana State University, and has been licensed for 15 years
  • Caitlin Byars practices in New Orleans, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Caitlin Byars Carrigan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Caitlin Byars Carrigan handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Where is Caitlin Byars Carrigan's law office located?
Caitlin Byars Carrigan's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Caitlin Byars Carrigan handle?
Caitlin Byars Carrigan focuses on maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Caitlin Byars Carrigan practiced law?
Caitlin Byars Carrigan has 15+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2011.
Where did Caitlin Byars Carrigan go to law school?
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What awards or recognition has Caitlin Byars Carrigan received?
Caitlin Byars Carrigan's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

Loyola University Law School J.D.
- In Progress
Louisiana State University B.A. Business Marketing
- In Progress

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Louisiana U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Dist
Admitted: 2011

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