Atty. James M Woods

Atty. James M Woods

James M Woods is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, erisa, civil litigation and 1 other area of law. James received a B.A. degree from Louisiana State University and A. and M.

Shreveport Shreveport 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About James M Woods at a glance

James M Woods is a probate, employment, and litigation attorney based in Shreveport, Louisiana. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1983) and U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of Louisiana (1983). Educated at Louisiana State University and A. and M. College (J.D., 1983) and Louisiana State University and A. and M. College (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Shreveport, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James M Woods is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, erisa, civil litigation and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Louisiana State University and A. and M. College in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • James practices in Shreveport, LA

Practice Areas Explained

James M Woods's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

James M Woods is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Louisiana →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Shreveport 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 M Woods

Where is James M Woods's law office located?
James M Woods's law practice is located in Shreveport, Louisiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James M Woods handle?
James M Woods focuses on probate, employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has James M Woods practiced law?
James M Woods has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did James M Woods go to law school?
James M Woods earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact James M Woods for a consultation?
You can contact James M Woods 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 M Woods received?
James M Woods's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University and A. and M. College
- 1983
B.A.
Louisiana State University and A. and M. College
- 1979

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of Louisiana
Admitted: 1983

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