Atty. James Calvin Young

Atty. James Calvin Young

Mr. James Calvin Young is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, medical malpractice, collections and 6 other areas of law.

New Orleans New Orleans 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About James Calvin Young at a glance

James Calvin Young is a Partner based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Chaffe McCall L.L.P.. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, business, bankruptcy, foreclosure, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1987), U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of Louisiana (1987), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1989), and Texas (1993). Educated at Louisiana State University (J.D., 1986) and Louisiana State University (B.S., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New Orleans, Louisiana State and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas. Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. James Calvin Young is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, medical malpractice, collections and 6 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • James practices at Chaffe McCall L.L.P. in New Orleans, LA

Practice Areas Explained

James Calvin Young's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Calvin Young handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

James Calvin Young is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Louisiana →

Bankruptcy & Debt

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

James Calvin Young is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Louisiana →

Foreclosure Defense

James Calvin Young is one of 14,193 foreclosure attorneys indexed nationally. Browse foreclosure attorneys in Louisiana →

Creditor Rights & Collections

James Calvin Young is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights 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 James Calvin Young

Where is James Calvin Young's law office located?
James Calvin Young's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is Chaffe McCall L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Calvin Young handle?
James Calvin Young focuses on medical malpractice, business, bankruptcy, foreclosure, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has James Calvin Young practiced law?
James Calvin Young has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did James Calvin Young go to law school?
James Calvin Young earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.S., 1983).
How can I contact James Calvin Young for a consultation?
You can contact James Calvin Young 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 James Calvin Young received?
James Calvin Young's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University
- 1986
B.S.
Louisiana State University
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of Louisiana
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1989
Texas
Admitted: 1993

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