Atty. John M Duck

Atty. John M Duck

John M Duck is a lawyer practicing transactions, banking / financial services, bankruptcy / workouts and 9 other areas of law. John received a B.S. degree from University of Southern Mississippi in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.

New Orleans New Orleans 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About John M Duck at a glance

John M Duck is a Partner, Transactions based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Adams and Reese LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, m&a, and securities. Admitted to practice in Louisiana United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit United States Court of Appeals for th (1980). Educated at Tulane University Law School (J.D., 1980) and University of Southern Mississippi (B.S., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John M Duck is a lawyer practicing transactions, banking / financial services, bankruptcy / workouts and 9 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from University of Southern Mississippi in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • John practices at Adams and Reese LLP in New Orleans, LA

Practice Areas Explained

John M Duck's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John M Duck 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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Bankruptcy & Debt

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Securities 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 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 M Duck

Where is John M Duck's law office located?
John M Duck's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is Adams and Reese LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John M Duck handle?
John M Duck focuses on business, bankruptcy, m&a, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has John M Duck practiced law?
John M Duck has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did John M Duck go to law school?
John M Duck earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.S., 1977).
How can I contact John M Duck for a consultation?
You can contact John M Duck 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 M Duck received?
John M Duck's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Tulane University Law School
- 1980
B.S.
University of Southern Mississippi
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit United States Court of Appeals for th
Admitted: 1980

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