Atty. Durward D Casteel

Atty. Durward D Casteel

Durward D Casteel is a lawyer practicing trucking accident, estate planning, probate and 9 other areas of law. Durward received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University in 1980, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Baton Rouge Baton Rouge 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Durward D Casteel at a glance

Durward D Casteel is a Member based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, practicing at Casteel & McGoey, LLC. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wills, trusts, probate, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1988), U.S. District Court, Middle, Eastern and Western Districts of Louisiana (1988), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1990). Educated at Louisiana State University (J.D., 1988) and Louisiana State University (B.S., 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Baton Rouge and Louisiana State Bar Associations Trucking Industry Defense Association Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel Defense Research Institute. Serands clients in Baton Rouge, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Durward D Casteel is a lawyer practicing trucking accident, estate planning, probate and 9 other areas of law
  • Durward received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University in 1980, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Durward practices at Casteel & McGoey, LLC in Baton Rouge, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Durward D Casteel's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Durward D Casteel handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Wills

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Trusts

Durward D Casteel is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Louisiana →

Probate

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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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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 Baton Rouge 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 Durward D Casteel

Where is Durward D Casteel's law office located?
Durward D Casteel's law practice is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The firm is Casteel & McGoey, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Durward D Casteel handle?
Durward D Casteel focuses on car accidents, wills, trusts, probate, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Durward D Casteel practiced law?
Durward D Casteel has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Durward D Casteel go to law school?
Durward D Casteel earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.S., 1980).
How can I contact Durward D Casteel for a consultation?
You can contact Durward D Casteel 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 Durward D Casteel received?
Durward D Casteel's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University
- 1988
B.S.
Louisiana State University
- 1980

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Middle, Eastern and Western Districts of Louisiana
Admitted: 1988
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1990

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