Atty. James A Van Hook, Jr

Atty. James A Van Hook, Jr

James A Van Hook, Jr is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, successions and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Centenary College in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years.

Shreveport Shreveport 58 yrs experience 58 year
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Profile Summary

About James A Van Hook, Jr at a glance

James A Van Hook, Jr is a Member based in Shreveport, Louisiana, practicing at James A. Van Hook, Jr. A Professional Law Corporation. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1968). Educated at Tulane University of Louisiana (J.D., 1968) and Centenary College (B.A. Southern, 1965). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Shreveport, Louisiana State and American (Member, Sections of: Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Taxation) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Shreveport, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James A Van Hook, Jr is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, successions and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Centenary College in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • James practices at James A. Van Hook, Jr. A Professional Law Corporation in Shreveport, LA

Practice Areas Explained

James A Van Hook, Jr's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James A Van Hook, Jr handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

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

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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 Shreveport 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 James A Van Hook, Jr

Where is James A Van Hook, Jr's law office located?
James A Van Hook, Jr's law practice is located in Shreveport, Louisiana. The firm is James A. Van Hook, Jr. A Professional Law Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James A Van Hook, Jr handle?
James A Van Hook, Jr focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has James A Van Hook, Jr practiced law?
James A Van Hook, Jr has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did James A Van Hook, Jr go to law school?
James A Van Hook, Jr earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (B.A. Southern, 1965).
How can I contact James A Van Hook, Jr for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James A Van Hook, Jr received?
James A Van Hook, Jr's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Tulane University of Louisiana
- 1968
B.A. Southern
Centenary College
- 1965

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1968

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