Atty. John William Kolwe

Atty. John William Kolwe

John William Kolwe is a lawyer practicing oil and gas law, contracts, commercial litigation and 7 other areas of law. John received a B.S. degree from Centenary College in 1985, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Lafayette Lafayette 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About John William Kolwe at a glance

John William Kolwe is a contracts, business, bankruptcy, litigation, and energy attorney based in Lafayette, Louisiana. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1991). Educated at Louisiana State University (J.D., 1991) and Centenary College (B.S. Accounting, 1985). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Lafayette, Fifth Federal Circuit and Louisiana State (Member: Mineral and Business Law Sections) Bar Associations Lafayette Association of Professional Landmen. Serands clients in Lafayette, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John William Kolwe is a lawyer practicing oil and gas law, contracts, commercial litigation and 7 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from Centenary College in 1985, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • John practices in Lafayette, LA

Practice Areas Explained

John William Kolwe's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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Civil Litigation

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Energy & Utilities 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 Lafayette 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 William Kolwe

Where is John William Kolwe's law office located?
John William Kolwe's law practice is located in Lafayette, Louisiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John William Kolwe handle?
John William Kolwe focuses on contracts, business, bankruptcy, litigation, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has John William Kolwe practiced law?
John William Kolwe has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did John William Kolwe go to law school?
John William Kolwe earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S. Accounting, 1985).
How can I contact John William Kolwe for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John William Kolwe received?
John William Kolwe's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University
- 1991
B.S. Accounting
Centenary College
- 1985

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1991

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