Atty. John A Bolles

Atty. John A Bolles

John A Bolles is a lawyer practicing admiralty. John received a B.A. degree from Tulane University in 1964, and has been licensed for 59 years.

New Orleans New Orleans 59 yrs experience 59 year
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Profile Summary

About John A Bolles at a glance

John A Bolles is an Of Counsel based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Phelps Dunbar LLP. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on maritime. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1967). Educated at Tulane University (LL.B., 1967) and Tulane University (B.A., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New Orleans and Louisiana State Bar Associations Maritime Law Association of the United States Southeastern Admiralty Law Institute. Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John A Bolles is a lawyer practicing admiralty
  • John received a B.A. degree from Tulane University in 1964, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • John practices at Phelps Dunbar LLP in New Orleans, LA

Practice Areas Explained

John A Bolles's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John A Bolles handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

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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 John A Bolles

Where is John A Bolles's law office located?
John A Bolles's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is Phelps Dunbar LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John A Bolles handle?
John A Bolles focuses on maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has John A Bolles practiced law?
John A Bolles has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did John A Bolles go to law school?
John A Bolles earned their education at (LL.B., 1967); (B.A., 1964).
How can I contact John A Bolles for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John A Bolles received?
John A Bolles's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

LL.B.
Tulane University
- 1967
B.A.
Tulane University
- 1964

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1967

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