Atty. Gerald H Schiff

Atty. Gerald H Schiff

Gerald H Schiff is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy / chapter 11, bankruptcy, mediation. Gerald received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University in 1963, and has been licensed for 59 years.

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Profile Summary

About Gerald H Schiff at a glance

Gerald H Schiff is a Member based in Lafayette, Louisiana, practicing at Gordon, Arata, Montgomery, Barnett, McCollam, Duplantis & Eagan, LLC. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy, chapter 11, and adr. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1967), U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana (1978), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1981), and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Louisiana (1990). Educated at Louisiana State University (J.D., 1967) and Louisiana State University (B.S., 1963). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of St and President, 1979), Lafayette Parish, Louisiana State and American Bar Associations Louisiana Trial Lawyers Association Bankruptcy Bar Association of Southwest Louisiana (Vice President, 1988-1989, Landry Parish. Serands clients in Lafayette, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Gerald H Schiff is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy / chapter 11, bankruptcy, mediation
  • Gerald received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University in 1963, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • Gerald practices at Gordon, Arata, Montgomery, Barnett, McCollam, Duplantis & Eagan, LLC in Lafayette, LA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Gerald H Schiff's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gerald H Schiff handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Gerald H Schiff is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Louisiana →

Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

Gerald H Schiff is one of 5,841 chapter 11 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 11 attorneys in Louisiana →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Gerald H Schiff is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Gerald H Schiff

Where is Gerald H Schiff's law office located?
Gerald H Schiff's law practice is located in Lafayette, Louisiana. The firm is Gordon, Arata, Montgomery, Barnett, McCollam, Duplantis & Eagan, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gerald H Schiff handle?
Gerald H Schiff focuses on bankruptcy, chapter 11, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Gerald H Schiff practiced law?
Gerald H Schiff has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did Gerald H Schiff go to law school?
Gerald H Schiff earned their education at (J.D., 1967); (B.S., 1963).
How can I contact Gerald H Schiff for a consultation?
You can contact Gerald H Schiff 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 Gerald H Schiff received?
Gerald H Schiff's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University
- 1967
B.S.
Louisiana State University
- 1963

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1967
U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Louisiana
Admitted: 1990

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