Atty. John Dale Powers

Atty. John Dale Powers

John Dale Powers is a lawyer practicing civil practice, trials, insurance and 10 other areas of law. John received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University in 1958, and has been licensed for 66 years.

Baton Rouge Baton Rouge 66 yrs experience 66 year
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Profile Summary

About John Dale Powers at a glance

John Dale Powers is a Member based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, practicing at Powers & Sellers, LLP. They have 66+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1960. Their practice focuses on probate, employment, business, real estate, and tax. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1960). Educated at Louisiana State University (J.D., 1960) and Louisiana State University (B.S., 1958). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Baton Rouge, Louisiana State (Member: House of Delegates, 1964-1975 Board of Governors, 1989-1992 President, 1990-1991) and American Bar Associations Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel. Serands clients in Baton Rouge, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Dale Powers is a lawyer practicing civil practice, trials, insurance and 10 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University in 1958, and has been licensed for 66 years
  • John practices at Powers & Sellers, LLP in Baton Rouge, LA

Practice Areas Explained

John Dale Powers's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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Employment Law

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

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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

John Dale Powers is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Louisiana →

Tax 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 Dale Powers

Where is John Dale Powers's law office located?
John Dale Powers's law practice is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The firm is Powers & Sellers, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Dale Powers handle?
John Dale Powers focuses on probate, employment, business, real estate, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has John Dale Powers practiced law?
John Dale Powers has 66+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1960.
Where did John Dale Powers go to law school?
John Dale Powers earned their education at (J.D., 1960); (B.S., 1958).
How can I contact John Dale Powers for a consultation?
You can contact John Dale Powers 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.
What awards or recognition has John Dale Powers received?
John Dale Powers's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University
- 1960
B.S.
Louisiana State University
- 1958

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1960

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