Atty. James E Slatten III
James E Slatten III is a lawyer practicing oil and gas law, corporate law, securities regulation. James received a degree from Tulane University in 1994, and has been licensed for 43 years.
Corporate Law & More Attorney · Serving Lafayette, LA · 43+ Years Experience
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About James E Slatten III at a Glance
James E Slatten III is a V.P. based in Lafayette, Louisiana. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on business, securities, and energy. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1983) and District of Columbia (1991). Educated at Tulane University (M.H.A. University, 1994) and Tulane University (J.D. M.H.A., 1983). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Lafayette, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James E Slatten III
- James E Slatten III is a lawyer practicing oil and gas law, corporate law, securities regulation
- James received a degree from Tulane University in 1994, and has been licensed for 43 years
- James practices in Lafayette, LA
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James E Slatten III's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James E Slatten III handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Lafayette.
Business & Corporate Law in Lafayette
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Securities Law in Lafayette
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Energy & Utilities Law in Lafayette
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Lafayette
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 venue, 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.
Lafayette Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Lafayette-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Lafayette Choose James E Slatten III
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James E Slatten III's practice in the field of business, securities, and energy.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James E Slatten III brings 43+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Louisiana and District of Columbia, James E Slatten III can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, securities, and energy, James E Slatten III can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Lafayette
A Lafayette-based practice means James E Slatten III attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues James E Slatten III Handles in Lafayette
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