Atty. James E Wright III

Atty. James E Wright III

James E Wright III is a lawyer practicing admiralty & maritime, corporate compliance & white collar defense, environmental & toxic torts and 1 other area of law. James received a degree from Georgia Institute of Technology in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years.

New Orleans New Orleans 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About James E Wright III at a glance

James E Wright III is a Partner based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Jones Walker LLP. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on personal injury, white collar, environmental, and maritime. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1978), M.D. La (1980), W.D. La (1980), and E.D. La (1980). Educated at Louisiana State University (J.D., 1978) and Georgia Institute of Technology (B.S.Econ., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James E Wright III is a lawyer practicing admiralty & maritime, corporate compliance & white collar defense, environmental & toxic torts and 1 other area of law
  • James received a degree from Georgia Institute of Technology in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • James practices at Jones Walker LLP in New Orleans, LA

Practice Areas Explained

James E Wright III's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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White Collar Crimes

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

James E Wright III is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Louisiana →

Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

James E Wright III is one of 11,568 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime 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 E Wright III

Where is James E Wright III's law office located?
James E Wright III's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is Jones Walker LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James E Wright III handle?
James E Wright III focuses on personal injury, white collar, environmental, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has James E Wright III practiced law?
James E Wright III has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did James E Wright III go to law school?
James E Wright III earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.S.Econ., 1974).
How can I contact James E Wright III for a consultation?
You can contact James E Wright III 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 E Wright III received?
James E Wright III's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University
- 1978
B.S.Econ.
Georgia Institute of Technology
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1978
M.D. La
Admitted: 1980
W.D. La
Admitted: 1980
E.D. La
Admitted: 1980

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