Atty. Claude A. Schlesinger

Atty. Claude A. Schlesinger

Lieutenant, New Orleans Police Department, 1967-1986 (Retired). Member, Fraternal Order of Police.

New Orleans New Orleans 41 yrs experience 41 year
Call (504) 399-7953 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Claude A. Schlesinger at a glance

Claude A. Schlesinger is a Partner based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Guste, Barnett, Schlesinger & Alpaugh, L.L.P.. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, employment, civil rights, and government. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1985), U.S. District Court, Eastern and Middle Districts of Louisiana (1985), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1996). Educated at Loyola University (J.D. M.C.J., 1984) and Tulane University (B.S. Tulane, 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New Orleans and Louisiana State Bar Associations. Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Lieutenant, New Orleans Police Department, 1967-1986 (Retired)
  • Member, Fraternal Order of Police
  • Former President, Alliance Francaise New Orleans (2004-2008) and Vice-President, Federation Alliance Francaise USA

Practice Areas Explained

Claude A. Schlesinger's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Claude A. Schlesinger handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wrongful Termination

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Civil Rights

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Government & Administrative Law

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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 Claude A. Schlesinger

Where is Claude A. Schlesinger's law office located?
Claude A. Schlesinger's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is Guste, Barnett, Schlesinger & Alpaugh, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Claude A. Schlesinger handle?
Claude A. Schlesinger focuses on wrongful termination, employment, civil rights, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Claude A. Schlesinger practiced law?
Claude A. Schlesinger has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Claude A. Schlesinger go to law school?
Claude A. Schlesinger earned their education at (J.D. M.C.J., 1984); (B.S. Tulane, 1965).
How can I contact Claude A. Schlesinger for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Claude A. Schlesinger received?
Claude A. Schlesinger's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. M.C.J.
Loyola University
- 1984
B.S. Tulane
Tulane University
- 1965

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Eastern and Middle Districts of Louisiana
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1996

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