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Atty. Dwight W Norton

Atty. Dwight W Norton

Dwight W Norton is a lawyer practicing consumer bankruptcy, workers compensation, civil service and 6 other areas of law. Dwight received a B.S. degree from University of Southwestern Louisiana in 1964, and has been licensed for 53 years.

New Orleans New Orleans 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Dwight W Norton at a glance

Dwight W Norton is a wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and bankruptcy attorney based in New Orleans, Louisiana. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1973), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1975), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana (1978). Educated at Tulane University of Louisiana (J.D., 1973) and University of Southwestern Louisiana (B.S., 1964). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Dwight W Norton is a lawyer practicing consumer bankruptcy, workers compensation, civil service and 6 other areas of law
  • Dwight received a B.S. degree from University of Southwestern Louisiana in 1964, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Dwight practices in New Orleans, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Dwight W Norton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dwight W Norton handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Dwight W Norton is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Louisiana →

Trusts

Dwight W Norton is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Louisiana →

Probate

Dwight W Norton is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Louisiana →

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.

Dwight W Norton is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Louisiana →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Dwight W Norton is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy 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 New Orleans 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 Dwight W Norton

Where is Dwight W Norton's law office located?
Dwight W Norton's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dwight W Norton handle?
Dwight W Norton focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Dwight W Norton practiced law?
Dwight W Norton has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Dwight W Norton go to law school?
Dwight W Norton earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.S., 1964).
How can I contact Dwight W Norton for a consultation?
You can contact Dwight W Norton 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 Dwight W Norton received?
Dwight W Norton's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Tulane University of Louisiana
- 1973
B.S.
University of Southwestern Louisiana
- 1964

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana
Admitted: 1978

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