Atty. John Michael Devlin

Atty. John Michael Devlin

John Michael Devlin is a lawyer practicing constitutional law, civil law, labor law and 2 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Haverford College in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Baton Rouge Baton Rouge 45 Years Experience 45 year
Call (225) 497-2167

Profile Summary

About John Michael Devlin at a glance

John Michael Devlin is an Assoc. Prof. based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, civil rights, and government. Admitted to practice in New York (1981), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1982), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1982). Educated at Haverford College (B.A., 1977) and Columbia University J.D. 1980. Harlan Fiske Stone Scholar (—). Serves clients in Baton Rouge, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Michael Devlin is a lawyer practicing constitutional law, civil law, labor law and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Haverford College in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • John practices in Baton Rouge, LA

Practice Areas Explained

John Michael Devlin's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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Government & Administrative 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 venue, 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 Michael Devlin

Where is John Michael Devlin's law office located?
John Michael Devlin's law practice is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Michael Devlin handle?
John Michael Devlin focuses on employment, litigation, civil rights, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has John Michael Devlin practiced law?
John Michael Devlin has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did John Michael Devlin go to law school?
John Michael Devlin earned their education at (B.A., 1977); (—).
How can I contact John Michael Devlin for a consultation?
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Education

B.A.
Haverford College
- 1977
Columbia University J.D. 1980. Harlan Fiske Stone Scholar
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1982

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