Atty. John Michael Blanchard

Atty. John Michael Blanchard

John Michael Blanchard is a lawyer practicing estate planning. John received a B.A. degree from Southern University in 1954, and has been licensed for 57 years.

New Orleans New Orleans 57 yrs experience 57 year
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About John Michael Blanchard at a glance

John Michael Blanchard is a Member based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at John M. Blanchard. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on estate planning. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1969). Educated at Loyola University (J.D., 1968) and Southern University (B.A. Xavier, 1954). Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Michael Blanchard is a lawyer practicing estate planning
  • John received a B.A. degree from Southern University in 1954, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • John practices at John M. Blanchard in New Orleans, LA

Practice Areas Explained

John Michael Blanchard's Areas of Practice

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

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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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

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Where is John Michael Blanchard's law office located?
John Michael Blanchard's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is John M. Blanchard. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Michael Blanchard handle?
John Michael Blanchard focuses on estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has John Michael Blanchard practiced law?
John Michael Blanchard has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did John Michael Blanchard go to law school?
John Michael Blanchard earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (B.A. Xavier, 1954).
How can I contact John Michael Blanchard for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Loyola University
- 1968
B.A. Xavier
Southern University
- 1954

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1969

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