Atty. David James Motter

Atty. David James Motter

David James Motter is a lawyer practicing litigation, drug crimes, dui/dwi and 12 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Tulane University in 1988, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Metairie Metairie 34 yrs experience 34 year
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About David James Motter at a glance

David James Motter is a Member based in Metairie, Louisiana, practicing at David J. Motter Attorney at Law. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, personal injury, criminal defense, and federal crimes. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1992). Educated at Louisiana State University Law Center (J.D., 1991) and Tulane University (B.A. Economics, 1988). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Metairie, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David James Motter is a lawyer practicing litigation, drug crimes, dui/dwi and 12 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Tulane University in 1988, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • David practices at David J. Motter Attorney at Law in Metairie, LA

Practice Areas Explained

David James Motter's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David James Motter handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Drug Crimes

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Federal Crimes

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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 Metairie 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 David James Motter

Where is David James Motter's law office located?
David James Motter's law practice is located in Metairie, Louisiana. The firm is David J. Motter Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David James Motter handle?
David James Motter focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, personal injury, criminal defense, federal crimes. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has David James Motter practiced law?
David James Motter has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did David James Motter go to law school?
David James Motter earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A. Economics, 1988).
How can I contact David James Motter for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David James Motter received?
David James Motter's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University Law Center
- 1991
B.A. Economics
Tulane University
- 1988

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1992

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