Atty. Dawei Zhang
Dawei Zhang is a lawyer practicing admiralty law, maritime personal injury, immigration and naturalization and 4 other areas of law. Dawei received a B.A. degree from Beijing Institute of Foreign Languages in 1982, and has been licensed for 36 years.
Admiralty Law & More Attorney · Serving New Orleans, LA · 36+ Years Experience
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About Dawei Zhang at a Glance
Dawei Zhang is a Senior Counsel based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on citizenship, personal injury, immigration, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1990), Texas (2016), and New York (2017). Educated at Tulane University (J.D., 1989) and Beijing Institute of Foreign Languages (B.A., 1982). Active member of New Orleans and Louisiana State Bar Associations Maritime Law Association of the United States. Provides legal services in English. Serves clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Dawei Zhang
- Dawei Zhang is a lawyer practicing admiralty law, maritime personal injury, immigration and naturalization and 4 other areas of law
- Dawei received a B.A. degree from Beijing Institute of Foreign Languages in 1982, and has been licensed for 36 years
- Dawei practices at Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC in New Orleans, LA
Practice Areas Explained
Dawei Zhang's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dawei Zhang handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New Orleans.
Citizenship & Naturalization in New Orleans
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Personal Injury in New Orleans
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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Immigration Law in New Orleans
Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.
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Business & Corporate Law in New Orleans
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Civil Litigation in New Orleans
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in New Orleans
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 venue, 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.
New Orleans Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New Orleans-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New Orleans Choose Dawei Zhang
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Dawei Zhang's practice in the field of citizenship, personal injury, immigration, business, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Dawei Zhang brings 36+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Louisiana, Texas, and New York, Dawei Zhang can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering citizenship, personal injury, and immigration, Dawei Zhang can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New Orleans
A New Orleans-based practice means Dawei Zhang attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Dawei Zhang Handles in New Orleans
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Dawei Zhang has experience with under Louisiana law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Dawei Zhang directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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