Atty. John Bettes Dunlap III

Atty. John Bettes Dunlap III

John Bettes Dunlap III is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, construction law, business transactions and 4 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Louisiana State University in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Baton Rouge Baton Rouge 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About John Bettes Dunlap III at a glance

John Bettes Dunlap III is a Member based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, practicing at Dunlap Fiore, LLC. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, construction, litigation, and environmental. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1989), U.S. Court of Military Appeals (1989), and U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of Louisiana and U.S. Court of Appeals, F (1992). Educated at Loyola University School of Law (J.D., 1989) and Louisiana State University (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Baton Rouge, Louisiana State (Member, Sections on: Fidelity Surety and Construction Civil Law and Litigation) and American (Member: Litigation Section Forum on The Construction Industry) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Baton Rouge, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Bettes Dunlap III is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, construction law, business transactions and 4 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Louisiana State University in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • John practices at Dunlap Fiore, LLC in Baton Rouge, LA

Practice Areas Explained

John Bettes Dunlap III's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Bettes Dunlap 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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Construction Law

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Civil Litigation

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Environmental 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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Bettes Dunlap III

Where is John Bettes Dunlap III's law office located?
John Bettes Dunlap III's law practice is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The firm is Dunlap Fiore, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Bettes Dunlap III handle?
John Bettes Dunlap III focuses on business, real estate, construction, litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has John Bettes Dunlap III practiced law?
John Bettes Dunlap III has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did John Bettes Dunlap III go to law school?
John Bettes Dunlap III earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact John Bettes Dunlap III for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Bettes Dunlap III received?
John Bettes Dunlap III's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Loyola University School of Law
- 1989
B.A.
Louisiana State University
- 1986

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Court of Military Appeals
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of Louisiana and U.S. Court of Appeals, F
Admitted: 1992

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