Atty. James L Pate

Atty. James L Pate

James L Pate is a lawyer practicing insurance, government, general practice and 4 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years.

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Profile Summary

About James L Pate at a glance

James L Pate is a Member based in Lafayette, Louisiana, practicing at Neuner Pate. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on class action, civil rights, government, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1979). Educated at Loyola University (J.D., 1979) and Louisiana State University (B.S., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Duhe, Jr and American Inn of Court. Serands clients in Lafayette, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James L Pate is a lawyer practicing insurance, government, general practice and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • James practices at Neuner Pate in Lafayette, LA

Practice Areas Explained

James L Pate's Areas of Practice

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

Class Action

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Civil Rights

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Government & Administrative Law

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Insurance Law

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James L Pate is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 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 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 L Pate

Where is James L Pate's law office located?
James L Pate's law practice is located in Lafayette, Louisiana. The firm is Neuner Pate. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James L Pate handle?
James L Pate focuses on class action, civil rights, government, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has James L Pate practiced law?
James L Pate has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did James L Pate go to law school?
James L Pate earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.S., 1975).
How can I contact James L Pate for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James L Pate received?
James L Pate's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Loyola University
- 1979
B.S.
Louisiana State University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1979

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