Atty. Deborah M. Henson

Atty. Deborah M. Henson

Deborah M. Henson is a lawyer practicing ethics-legal malpractice, administrative and public, legal ethics and 5 other areas of law.

New Orleans New Orleans 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Deborah M. Henson at a glance

Deborah M. Henson is a Member based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Deborah M. Henson. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on adoption, juvenile, government, adr, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1991), Texas (2006), and Colorado (2015). Educated at Loyola University (J.D., 1991) and Tulane University (M.S.W. University, 1977). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Louisiana State Bar Association. Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Deborah M. Henson is a lawyer practicing ethics-legal malpractice, administrative and public, legal ethics and 5 other areas of law
  • Deborah received a M.S.W. degree from Tulane University in 1977, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Deborah practices at Deborah M. Henson in New Orleans, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Deborah M. Henson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Deborah M. Henson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Adoption

Deborah M. Henson is one of 15,997 adoption attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adoption attorneys in Louisiana →

Juvenile Law

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Deborah M. Henson is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Louisiana →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 Deborah M. Henson

Where is Deborah M. Henson's law office located?
Deborah M. Henson's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is Deborah M. Henson. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Deborah M. Henson handle?
Deborah M. Henson focuses on adoption, juvenile, government, adr, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Deborah M. Henson practiced law?
Deborah M. Henson has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Deborah M. Henson go to law school?
Deborah M. Henson earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (M.S.W. University, 1977).
How can I contact Deborah M. Henson for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Deborah M. Henson received?
Deborah M. Henson's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Loyola University
- 1991
M.S.W. University
Tulane University
- 1977

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1991
Texas
Admitted: 2006
Colorado
Admitted: 2015

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