Atty. Edwin Gustav Preis, Jr.

Atty. Edwin Gustav Preis, Jr.

Edwin Gustav Preis, Jr. is a lawyer practicing admiralty, maritime & energy, wrongful death and 18 other areas of law. Edwin received a B.A. degree from University of Southwestern Louisiana in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years.

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Profile Summary

About Edwin Gustav Preis, Jr. at a glance

Edwin Gustav Preis, Jr. is a Partner based in Lafayette, Louisiana, practicing at Preis PLC. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, real estate, class action, and construction. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1972) and Texas (2001). Educated at Louisiana State University (J.D., 1972) and University of Southwestern Louisiana (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Lafayette, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Edwin Gustav Preis, Jr. is a lawyer practicing admiralty, maritime & energy, wrongful death and 18 other areas of law
  • Edwin received a B.A. degree from University of Southwestern Louisiana in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Edwin practices at Preis PLC in Lafayette, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Edwin Gustav Preis, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Edwin Gustav Preis, Jr. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wrongful Death

Edwin Gustav Preis, Jr. is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Louisiana →

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.

Edwin Gustav Preis, Jr. is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Louisiana →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Edwin Gustav Preis, Jr. is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Louisiana →

Class Action

Edwin Gustav Preis, Jr. is one of 26,424 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in Louisiana →

Construction Law

Edwin Gustav Preis, Jr. is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction 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 Lafayette 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 Edwin Gustav Preis, Jr.

Where is Edwin Gustav Preis, Jr.'s law office located?
Edwin Gustav Preis, Jr.'s law practice is located in Lafayette, Louisiana. The firm is Preis PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Edwin Gustav Preis, Jr. handle?
Edwin Gustav Preis, Jr. focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, real estate, class action, construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Edwin Gustav Preis, Jr. practiced law?
Edwin Gustav Preis, Jr. has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Edwin Gustav Preis, Jr. go to law school?
Edwin Gustav Preis, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact Edwin Gustav Preis, Jr. for a consultation?
You can contact Edwin Gustav Preis, Jr. 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 Edwin Gustav Preis, Jr. received?
Edwin Gustav Preis, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University
- 1972
B.A.
University of Southwestern Louisiana
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1972
Texas
Admitted: 2001

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