Atty. Ellen M Chapin

Atty. Ellen M Chapin

Ellen M Chapin is a lawyer practicing probate, estate planning and trusts, taxation (federal and state), real estate. Ellen received a degree from University of Mississippi in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years.

New Orleans New Orleans 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Ellen M Chapin at a glance

Ellen M Chapin is a trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate, and tax attorney based in New Orleans, Louisiana. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1985). Educated at University of Mississippi (J.D. B.Accy., 1984) and University of Mississippi (B.Accy. University, 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ellen M Chapin is a lawyer practicing probate, estate planning and trusts, taxation (federal and state), real estate
  • Ellen received a degree from University of Mississippi in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Ellen practices in New Orleans, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Ellen M Chapin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ellen M Chapin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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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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Real Estate Law

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

Ellen M Chapin is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Louisiana →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Ellen M Chapin is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 Ellen M Chapin

Where is Ellen M Chapin's law office located?
Ellen M Chapin's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ellen M Chapin handle?
Ellen M Chapin focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Ellen M Chapin practiced law?
Ellen M Chapin has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Ellen M Chapin go to law school?
Ellen M Chapin earned their education at (J.D. B.Accy., 1984); (B.Accy. University, 1982).
How can I contact Ellen M Chapin for a consultation?
You can contact Ellen M Chapin 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 Ellen M Chapin received?
Ellen M Chapin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. B.Accy.
University of Mississippi
- 1984
B.Accy. University
University of Mississippi
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1985

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