Atty. Donald Wayne Washington

Atty. Donald Wayne Washington

Donald Wayne Washington is a lawyer practicing business & commercial litigation, corporate compliance & white collar defense, environmental: enforcement and 7 other areas of law. Donald received a B.S. degree from United State Military Academy in 1977, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Lafayette Lafayette 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About Donald Wayne Washington at a glance

Donald Wayne Washington is a Partner based in Lafayette, Louisiana, practicing at Jones Walker LLP. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, business, ip, and white collar. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1992). Educated at South Texas College of Law (J.D., 1989) and United State Military Academy (B.S. Mechanical, 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Memberships •American Bar Association. Serands clients in Lafayette, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Donald Wayne Washington is a lawyer practicing business & commercial litigation, corporate compliance & white collar defense, environmental: enforcement and 7 other areas of law
  • Donald received a B.S. degree from United State Military Academy in 1977, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Donald practices at Jones Walker LLP in Lafayette, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Donald Wayne Washington's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Donald Wayne Washington 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.

Donald Wayne Washington is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Louisiana →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Donald Wayne Washington is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Louisiana →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Donald Wayne Washington is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Louisiana →

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Donald Wayne Washington is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Louisiana →

White Collar Crimes

Donald Wayne Washington is one of 20,025 white collar attorneys indexed nationally. Browse white collar 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 Lafayette 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 Donald Wayne Washington

Where is Donald Wayne Washington's law office located?
Donald Wayne Washington's law practice is located in Lafayette, Louisiana. The firm is Jones Walker LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Donald Wayne Washington handle?
Donald Wayne Washington focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, business, ip, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Donald Wayne Washington practiced law?
Donald Wayne Washington has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Donald Wayne Washington go to law school?
Donald Wayne Washington earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S. Mechanical, 1977).
How can I contact Donald Wayne Washington for a consultation?
You can contact Donald Wayne Washington 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 Donald Wayne Washington received?
Donald Wayne Washington's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
South Texas College of Law
- 1989
B.S. Mechanical
United State Military Academy
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1992

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