Atty. Gene W Lafitte

Atty. Gene W Lafitte

Gene W Lafitte is a lawyer practicing energy litigation, business litigation, appellate practice and 2 other areas of law. Gene received a B.A. degree from Louisiana State University in 1950, and has been licensed for 74 years.

New Orleans New Orleans 74 yrs experience 74 year
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Profile Summary

About Gene W Lafitte at a glance

Gene W Lafitte is an Of Counsel based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Liskow & Lewis A Professional Law Corporation. They have 74+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1952. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, appellate, and energy. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1952). Educated at Louisiana State University (LL.B., 1952) and Louisiana State University (B.A., 1950). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of S and Air Force Judge Advocate General Department - First Lieutenant, 1954 - 1956 •Hargrove, Guyton, Van Hook & Hargrove, Shreveport, Louisiana - Associate, 1952 - 1953 • Best Lawyers ' 2013 New Orleans Natural Resources Law Lawyer of the Year. Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Gene W Lafitte is a lawyer practicing energy litigation, business litigation, appellate practice and 2 other areas of law
  • Gene received a B.A. degree from Louisiana State University in 1950, and has been licensed for 74 years
  • Gene practices at Liskow & Lewis A Professional Law Corporation in New Orleans, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Gene W Lafitte's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

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Energy & Utilities Law

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Gene W Lafitte is one of 36,230 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy 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 Gene W Lafitte

Where is Gene W Lafitte's law office located?
Gene W Lafitte's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is Liskow & Lewis A Professional Law Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gene W Lafitte handle?
Gene W Lafitte focuses on business, litigation, appellate, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Gene W Lafitte practiced law?
Gene W Lafitte has 74+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1952.
Where did Gene W Lafitte go to law school?
Gene W Lafitte earned their education at (LL.B., 1952); (B.A., 1950).
How can I contact Gene W Lafitte for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Gene W Lafitte received?
Gene W Lafitte's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Louisiana State University
- 1952
B.A.
Louisiana State University
- 1950

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1952

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