Atty. Dwayne Carter Jefferson

Atty. Dwayne Carter Jefferson

Mr. Dwayne Carter Jefferson is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, products liability defense, toxic tort litigation and 5 other areas of law.

Gretna Gretna 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About Dwayne Carter Jefferson at a glance

Dwayne Carter Jefferson is a Member based in Gretna, Louisiana, practicing at Attorney Dwayne C. Jefferson & Associates. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, product liability, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1995) and New York (2000). Educated at Tulane University (J.D., 1995) and Emory University (B.B.A., 1992). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of New Orleans Bar Association. Serands clients in Gretna, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Dwayne Carter Jefferson is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, products liability defense, toxic tort litigation and 5 other areas of law
  • Dwayne Carter received a B.B.A. degree from Emory University in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Dwayne Carter practices at Attorney Dwayne C. Jefferson & Associates in Gretna, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Dwayne Carter Jefferson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dwayne Carter Jefferson 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.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Dwayne Carter Jefferson is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Louisiana →

Product Liability

Dwayne Carter Jefferson is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Louisiana →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Dwayne Carter Jefferson is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Louisiana →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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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 Gretna 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 Dwayne Carter Jefferson

Where is Dwayne Carter Jefferson's law office located?
Dwayne Carter Jefferson's law practice is located in Gretna, Louisiana. The firm is Attorney Dwayne C. Jefferson & Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dwayne Carter Jefferson handle?
Dwayne Carter Jefferson focuses on personal injury, employment, product liability, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Dwayne Carter Jefferson practiced law?
Dwayne Carter Jefferson has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Dwayne Carter Jefferson go to law school?
Dwayne Carter Jefferson earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.B.A., 1992).
How can I contact Dwayne Carter Jefferson for a consultation?
You can contact Dwayne Carter Jefferson 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 Dwayne Carter Jefferson received?
Dwayne Carter Jefferson's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Tulane University
- 1995
B.B.A.
Emory University
- 1992

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1995
New York
Admitted: 2000

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