Atty. Douglas L Stokes

Atty. Douglas L Stokes

Douglas L Stokes is a lawyer practicing municipal and public body law, insurance defense, successions and 2 other areas of law. Douglas received a B.A. degree from University of Manitoba in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Jonesboro Jonesboro 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About Douglas L Stokes at a glance

Douglas L Stokes is a Member based in Jonesboro, Louisiana, practicing at Douglas L. Stokes Attorney at Law. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on estate planning, government, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1977). Educated at Louisiana State University and A. and M. College (J.D., 1977) and University of Manitoba (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Jackson Parish, Louisiana State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Jonesboro, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Douglas L Stokes is a lawyer practicing municipal and public body law, insurance defense, successions and 2 other areas of law
  • Douglas received a B.A. degree from University of Manitoba in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Douglas practices at Douglas L. Stokes Attorney at Law in Jonesboro, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas L Stokes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Douglas L Stokes handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Government & Administrative Law

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

Douglas L Stokes is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Louisiana →

Insurance Law

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

Douglas L Stokes 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 Jonesboro 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 Douglas L Stokes

Where is Douglas L Stokes's law office located?
Douglas L Stokes's law practice is located in Jonesboro, Louisiana. The firm is Douglas L. Stokes Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas L Stokes handle?
Douglas L Stokes focuses on estate planning, government, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Douglas L Stokes practiced law?
Douglas L Stokes has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Douglas L Stokes go to law school?
Douglas L Stokes earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Douglas L Stokes for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Douglas L Stokes received?
Douglas L Stokes's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University and A. and M. College
- 1977
B.A.
University of Manitoba
- 1973

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1977

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