Atty. D Kirk Boswell

Atty. D Kirk Boswell

D Kirk Boswell is a lawyer practicing admiralty. D received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years.

New Orleans New Orleans 45 yrs experience 45 year
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About D Kirk Boswell at a glance

D Kirk Boswell is a Member based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Law Office of D. Kirk Boswell. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on maritime. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1981), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana (1981), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1982), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1982). Educated at Tulane University (J.D., 1981) and Duke University (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New Orleans, Louisiana State and American Bar Associations Maritime Law Association of the United States. Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • D Kirk Boswell is a lawyer practicing admiralty
  • D received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • D practices at Law Office of D. Kirk Boswell in New Orleans, LA

Practice Areas Explained

D Kirk Boswell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases D Kirk Boswell 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about D Kirk Boswell

Where is D Kirk Boswell's law office located?
D Kirk Boswell's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is Law Office of D. Kirk Boswell. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does D Kirk Boswell handle?
D Kirk Boswell focuses on maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has D Kirk Boswell practiced law?
D Kirk Boswell has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did D Kirk Boswell go to law school?
D Kirk Boswell earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact D Kirk Boswell for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has D Kirk Boswell received?
D Kirk Boswell's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Tulane University
- 1981
B.A.
Duke University
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Louisiana
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Mississippi
Admitted: 1992

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