Atty. Jody Forester Jackson

Atty. Jody Forester Jackson

Mr. Jody Forester Jackson is a lawyer practicing construction & development, contracts & agreements, estate planning and 5 other areas of law.

New Orleans New Orleans 22 yrs experience 22 year
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Profile Summary

About Jody Forester Jackson at a glance

Jody Forester Jackson is an Associate based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Rome, Arata, Baxley & Stelly, L.L.C.. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on contracts, personal injury, estate planning, employment, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (2004) and Alabama (2008). Educated at Loyola University (J.D., 2003) and University of Alabama at Tuscaloosa (B.A., 2000). Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Jody Forester Jackson is a lawyer practicing construction & development, contracts & agreements, estate planning and 5 other areas of law
  • Jody received a B.A. degree from University of Alabama at Tuscaloosa in 2000, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • Jody practices at Rome, Arata, Baxley & Stelly, L.L.C. in New Orleans, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Jody Forester Jackson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jody Forester Jackson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Jody Forester Jackson is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Louisiana →

Employment Law

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

Jody Forester Jackson 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 New Orleans 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 Jody Forester Jackson

Where is Jody Forester Jackson's law office located?
Jody Forester Jackson's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is Rome, Arata, Baxley & Stelly, L.L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jody Forester Jackson handle?
Jody Forester Jackson focuses on contracts, personal injury, estate planning, employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Jody Forester Jackson practiced law?
Jody Forester Jackson has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did Jody Forester Jackson go to law school?
Jody Forester Jackson earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.A., 2000).
How can I contact Jody Forester Jackson for a consultation?
You can contact Jody Forester Jackson 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.

Education

J.D.
Loyola University
- 2003
B.A.
University of Alabama at Tuscaloosa
- 2000

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 2004
Alabama
Admitted: 2008

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