Atty. James T McManus

Atty. James T McManus

James T McManus is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, criminal defense. James received a B.S. degree from University of Nebraska in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years.

Lafayette Lafayette 50 yrs experience 50 year
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About James T McManus at a glance

James T McManus is an U.S. Attorney's Office based in Lafayette, Louisiana. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and insurance. Admitted to practice in Nebraska (1976) and Louisiana (1987). Educated at University of Nebraska (J.D., 1976) and University of Nebraska (B.S., 1973). Serands clients in Lafayette, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James T McManus is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, criminal defense
  • James received a B.S. degree from University of Nebraska in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • James practices in Lafayette, LA

Practice Areas Explained

James T McManus's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Insurance Law

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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

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Where is James T McManus's law office located?
James T McManus's law practice is located in Lafayette, Louisiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James T McManus handle?
James T McManus focuses on criminal defense, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has James T McManus practiced law?
James T McManus has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did James T McManus go to law school?
James T McManus earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.S., 1973).
How can I contact James T McManus for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Nebraska
- 1976
B.S.
University of Nebraska
- 1973

Bar Admissions

Nebraska
Admitted: 1976
Louisiana
Admitted: 1987

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