Atty. John L Dugas

Atty. John L Dugas

John L Dugas is a lawyer practicing civil rights, appeals, general practice and 2 other areas of law. John received a B.S. degree from Nicholls State University in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Baton Rouge Baton Rouge 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About John L Dugas at a glance

John L Dugas is an Asst. Atty. Gen. based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on personal injury, civil rights, adr, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1984). Educated at Louisiana State University (J.D., 1983) and Nicholls State University (B.S., 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Baton Rouge, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John L Dugas is a lawyer practicing civil rights, appeals, general practice and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from Nicholls State University in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • John practices in Baton Rouge, LA

Practice Areas Explained

John L Dugas's Areas of Practice

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

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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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

John L Dugas is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Louisiana →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 L Dugas

Where is John L Dugas's law office located?
John L Dugas's law practice is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John L Dugas handle?
John L Dugas focuses on personal injury, civil rights, adr, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has John L Dugas practiced law?
John L Dugas has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did John L Dugas go to law school?
John L Dugas earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.S., 1980).
How can I contact John L Dugas for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John L Dugas received?
John L Dugas's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University
- 1983
B.S.
Nicholls State University
- 1980

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1984

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