Atty. Cathy Ellen Chessin

Atty. Cathy Ellen Chessin

Cathy Ellen Chessin is a lawyer practicing mergers and acquisitions, corporate contracts, corporate governance and 2 other areas of law. Cathy received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.

New Orleans New Orleans 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Cathy Ellen Chessin at a glance

Cathy Ellen Chessin is a Special Counsel based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Gordon, Arata, Montgomery, Barnett, McCollam, Duplantis & Eagan, LLC. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on business and m&a. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1980), Louisiana (1982), and Texas (2007). Educated at Tulane University School of Law (J.D., 1980) and University of North Carolina (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Louisiana Bar Association State Bar of Texas. Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Cathy Ellen Chessin is a lawyer practicing mergers and acquisitions, corporate contracts, corporate governance and 2 other areas of law
  • Cathy received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Cathy practices at Gordon, Arata, Montgomery, Barnett, McCollam, Duplantis & Eagan, LLC in New Orleans, LA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Cathy Ellen Chessin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Cathy Ellen Chessin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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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 Cathy Ellen Chessin's law office located?
Cathy Ellen Chessin's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is Gordon, Arata, Montgomery, Barnett, McCollam, Duplantis & Eagan, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Cathy Ellen Chessin handle?
Cathy Ellen Chessin focuses on business, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Cathy Ellen Chessin practiced law?
Cathy Ellen Chessin has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Cathy Ellen Chessin go to law school?
Cathy Ellen Chessin earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Cathy Ellen Chessin for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Cathy Ellen Chessin received?
Cathy Ellen Chessin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Tulane University School of Law
- 1980
B.A.
University of North Carolina
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1980
Louisiana
Admitted: 1982
Texas
Admitted: 2007

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