Atty. Edward J Lopez
Edward J Lopez is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal law. Edward received a B.S. degree from University of Southwestern Louisiana in 1968, and has been licensed for 53 years.
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Edward J Lopez is a Member based in Opelousas, Louisiana, practicing at Edward J. Lopez. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1973). Educated at Louisiana State University (J.D., 1972) and University of Southwestern Louisiana (B.S. Business, 1968). Serands clients in Opelousas, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Edward J Lopez is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal law
- Edward received a B.S. degree from University of Southwestern Louisiana in 1968, and has been licensed for 53 years
- Edward practices at Edward J. Lopez in Opelousas, LA
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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 Opelousas 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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