Atty. James Paul Doherty III

Atty. James Paul Doherty III

James P. Doherty III joined Becker & Hebert in June 2014.

Lafayette Lafayette 28 yrs experience 28 year
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Profile Summary

About James Paul Doherty III at a glance

James Paul Doherty III is an Associate based in Lafayette, Louisiana, practicing at Becker & Hebert, LLC. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1998). Educated at Louisiana State University, Paul M. Hebert Law Center (J.D., 1998) and Georgetown University (B.S.B.A., 1994). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Lafayette Parish (Member, Board of Directors) and Louisiana State Bar Associations American Inns of Court, Acadiana Inn. Serands clients in Lafayette, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James P. Doherty III joined Becker & Hebert in June 2014
  • He is a graduate of the Episcopal School of Acadiana (1990), Georgetown University (B.S. in Business Administration 1994) and Louisiana State University's Paul M. Hebert Law Center (J.D. 1998)
  • In 1996, he was the recipient of a Rotary International Foundation Ambassadorial Scholarship.Prior to joining Becker & Hebert, Mr. Doherty practiced at Voorhies & Labbe and Frederick & Doherty for sixteen years
  • He has extensive experience in the areas of Insurance Defense and Coverage Litigation, Commercial Transactions and Litigation, Construction Law and Litigation, Wills and Successions and Admiralty/Maritime Law.Mr
  • Doherty is admitted to practice in all Louisiana state courts
  • the United States District Courts for the Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of Louisiana and the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
  • He is a member of the American Bar Association, the Louisiana State Bar Association and the Lafayette Parish Bar Association.Mr
  • Doherty has served on the boards of and/or been a member of the American Inns of Court (Acadiana Inn), the Lafayette Parish Bar Association Board of Directors, the Episcopal School of Acadiana Board of Trustees, the Cathedral Carmel School Advisory Council, the Georgetown University Admissions Ambassador Program and the Cathedral Carmel School Men's Club.Mr
  • Doherty and his wife, Michelle, are the parents of three children, Patrick, Katherine and Michael.Mr
  • Doherty's father, the Honorable James P. Doherty, Jr., is a Louisiana state court judge in the 27th JDC, Opelousas, Louisiana

Practice Areas Explained

James Paul Doherty III's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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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 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 Paul Doherty III

Where is James Paul Doherty III's law office located?
James Paul Doherty III's law practice is located in Lafayette, Louisiana. The firm is Becker & Hebert, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Paul Doherty III handle?
James Paul Doherty III focuses on business, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has James Paul Doherty III practiced law?
James Paul Doherty III has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did James Paul Doherty III go to law school?
James Paul Doherty III earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.S.B.A., 1994).
How can I contact James Paul Doherty III for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Paul Doherty III received?
James Paul Doherty III's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University, Paul M. Hebert Law Center
- 1998
B.S.B.A.
Georgetown University
- 1994

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1998

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