Atty. Donald E Chavanne

Atty. Donald E Chavanne

Donald E Chavanne is a lawyer practicing real estate law, collection law, successions. Donald received a B.A. degree from Rice University, and has been licensed for 69 years.

Lake Charles Lake Charles 69 Years Experience 69 year
Call (337) 429-8527

Profile Summary

About Donald E Chavanne at a glance

Donald E Chavanne is a real estate and creditor rights attorney based in Lake Charles, Louisiana. They have 69+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1957. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1957). Educated at Tulane University LL.B. (—) and Rice University B.A. (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Lake Charles, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Donald E Chavanne is a lawyer practicing real estate law, collection law, successions
  • Donald received a B.A. degree from Rice University, and has been licensed for 69 years
  • Donald practices in Lake Charles, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Donald E Chavanne's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Donald E Chavanne handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Real Estate Law

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

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Creditor Rights & Collections

Donald E Chavanne is one of 39,028 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights 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 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.

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Frequently Asked

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Where is Donald E Chavanne's law office located?
Donald E Chavanne's law practice is located in Lake Charles, Louisiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Donald E Chavanne handle?
Donald E Chavanne focuses on real estate, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Donald E Chavanne practiced law?
Donald E Chavanne has 69+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1957.
Where did Donald E Chavanne go to law school?
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What awards or recognition has Donald E Chavanne received?
Donald E Chavanne's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

Tulane University LL.B.
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Rice University B.A.
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Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1957

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