Atty. James S Lemelle
James S Lemelle is a lawyer practicing criminal prosecution, criminal defense. James received a B.S. degree from Southern University in 1968, and has been licensed for 49 years.
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James S Lemelle is a Member based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, practicing at Cazayoux Ewing, LLC. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1977), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Louisiana (1978), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana (1978), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1979). Educated at Southern University (J.D., 1976) and Southern University (B.S., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Baton Rouge, Louisiana State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Baton Rouge, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James S Lemelle is a lawyer practicing criminal prosecution, criminal defense
- James received a B.S. degree from Southern University in 1968, and has been licensed for 49 years
- James practices at Cazayoux Ewing, LLC in Baton Rouge, LA
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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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