Atty. Carter B Wright

Atty. Carter B Wright

Carter B Wright is a lawyer practicing tort litigation, personal injury, tort defense and 4 other areas of law. Carter received a B.A. degree from Tulane University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Covington Covington 45 Years Experience 45 year

Profile Summary

About Carter B Wright at a glance

Carter B Wright is a personal injury, estate planning, litigation, maritime, and energy attorney based in Covington, Louisiana. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1981). Educated at Tulane University (J.D., 1981) and Tulane University (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of New Orleans, Covington and Louisiana State Bar Associations Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel. Serves clients in Covington, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Carter B Wright is a lawyer practicing tort litigation, personal injury, tort defense and 4 other areas of law
  • Carter received a B.A. degree from Tulane University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Carter practices in Covington, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Carter B Wright's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Carter B Wright handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

Carter B Wright is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Louisiana →

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.

Carter B Wright is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Louisiana →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Carter B Wright is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Louisiana →

Maritime & Admiralty Law

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

Carter B Wright is one of 10,607 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in Louisiana →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

Carter B Wright is one of 32,699 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy 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 Covington 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Carter B Wright

Where is Carter B Wright's law office located?
Carter B Wright's law practice is located in Covington, Louisiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Carter B Wright handle?
Carter B Wright focuses on personal injury, estate planning, litigation, maritime, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Carter B Wright practiced law?
Carter B Wright has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Carter B Wright go to law school?
Carter B Wright earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Carter B Wright for a consultation?
You can contact Carter B Wright 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 Carter B Wright received?
Carter B Wright's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Tulane University
- 1981
B.A.
Tulane University
- 1978

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1981

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