Atty. David R Rabalais

Atty. David R Rabalais

David R Rabalais is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, personal injury, pharmacists liability and 1 other area of law. David received a B.A. degree from University of Southwestern Louisiana in 1979, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Lake Charles Lake Charles 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About David R Rabalais at a glance

David R Rabalais is a Member based in Lake Charles, Louisiana, practicing at McLaughlin Mediation Services. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on personal injury, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1986) and U.S. District Court, Eastern, Western and Middle Districts of Louisiana and U.S. Court of Appeals, F (1986). Educated at Louisiana State University (J.D., 1986) and University of Southwestern Louisiana (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Lafayette Parish, Louisiana State, Federal and American Bar Associations Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel Defense Research Institute. Serands clients in Lake Charles, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David R Rabalais is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, personal injury, pharmacists liability and 1 other area of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of Southwestern Louisiana in 1979, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • David practices at McLaughlin Mediation Services in Lake Charles, LA

Practice Areas Explained

David R Rabalais's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

David R Rabalais is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Louisiana →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

David R Rabalais is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 Lake Charles 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 R Rabalais

Where is David R Rabalais's law office located?
David R Rabalais's law practice is located in Lake Charles, Louisiana. The firm is McLaughlin Mediation Services. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David R Rabalais handle?
David R Rabalais focuses on personal injury, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has David R Rabalais practiced law?
David R Rabalais has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did David R Rabalais go to law school?
David R Rabalais earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact David R Rabalais for a consultation?
You can contact David R Rabalais 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 R Rabalais received?
David R Rabalais's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University
- 1986
B.A.
University of Southwestern Louisiana
- 1979

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Eastern, Western and Middle Districts of Louisiana and U.S. Court of Appeals, F
Admitted: 1986

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