Atty. James J Zito
James J Zito is a lawyer practicing personal injury, child custody, family and 6 other areas of law. James has been licensed for 54 years.
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About James J Zito at a glance
James J Zito is a Member based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, practicing at James J. Zito, Attorney at Law. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1972). Educated at Louisiana State University (J.D., 1972). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Baton Rouge, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James J Zito is a lawyer practicing personal injury, child custody, family and 6 other areas of law
- James has been licensed for 54 years
- James practices at James J. Zito, Attorney at Law in Baton Rouge, LA
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James J Zito handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
James J Zito is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Louisiana →
James J Zito is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Louisiana →
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.
James J Zito is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Louisiana →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
James J Zito is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Louisiana →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
James J Zito is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law 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 Baton Rouge 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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