Atty. Fred Lee Butler

Atty. Fred Lee Butler

Fred Lee Butler is a lawyer practicing estate planning, litigation, casualty and coverage and 9 other areas of law. Fred received a B.A. degree from Louisiana State University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years.

New Orleans New Orleans 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Fred Lee Butler at a glance

Fred Lee Butler is a Partner; Litigation based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Adams and Reese LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on personal injury, estate planning, employment, business, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Texas Louisiana Eastern District Court Louisiana Middle District Court Louisiana Western District Co (1993). Educated at Louisiana State University Paul M. Hebert Law Center (J.D., 1981) and Louisiana State University (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Fred Lee Butler is a lawyer practicing estate planning, litigation, casualty and coverage and 9 other areas of law
  • Fred received a B.A. degree from Louisiana State University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Fred practices at Adams and Reese LLP in New Orleans, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Fred Lee Butler's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Fred Lee Butler 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.

Fred Lee Butler is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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.

Fred Lee Butler is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Louisiana →

Employment Law

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

Fred Lee Butler is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Louisiana →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Fred Lee Butler is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Louisiana →

Product Liability

Fred Lee Butler is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability 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 Fred Lee Butler

Where is Fred Lee Butler's law office located?
Fred Lee Butler's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is Adams and Reese LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Fred Lee Butler handle?
Fred Lee Butler focuses on personal injury, estate planning, employment, business, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Fred Lee Butler practiced law?
Fred Lee Butler has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Fred Lee Butler go to law school?
Fred Lee Butler earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Fred Lee Butler for a consultation?
You can contact Fred Lee Butler 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 Fred Lee Butler received?
Fred Lee Butler's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University Paul M. Hebert Law Center
- 1981
B.A.
Louisiana State University
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas Louisiana Eastern District Court Louisiana Middle District Court Louisiana Western District Co
Admitted: 1993

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