Atty. David M Hunter

Atty. David M Hunter

David M Hunter is a lawyer practicing business & commercial transactions, corporate & securities, energy, environment & natural resources and 7 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1977, and has been licensed for 44 years.

New Orleans New Orleans 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About David M Hunter at a glance

David M Hunter is a Partner based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Jones Walker LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, zoning, environmental, and energy. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1982). Educated at Louisiana State University (J.D., 1982) and Yale University (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Memberships •American Bar Association •Energy Bar Association (Past President, New Orleans Chapter) •Louisiana State Bar Association •Rocky Mountain Mineral Law Foundation. Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David M Hunter is a lawyer practicing business & commercial transactions, corporate & securities, energy, environment & natural resources and 7 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1977, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • David practices at Jones Walker LLP in New Orleans, LA

Practice Areas Explained

David M Hunter's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David M Hunter 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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Land Use & Zoning

David M Hunter is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Louisiana →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

David M Hunter is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Louisiana →

Energy & Utilities Law

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

David M Hunter is one of 36,230 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 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 David M Hunter

Where is David M Hunter's law office located?
David M Hunter's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is Jones Walker LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David M Hunter handle?
David M Hunter focuses on business, real estate, zoning, environmental, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has David M Hunter practiced law?
David M Hunter has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did David M Hunter go to law school?
David M Hunter earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact David M Hunter for a consultation?
You can contact David M Hunter 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 David M Hunter received?
David M Hunter's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University
- 1982
B.A.
Yale University
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1982

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