Atty. Joseph T Mickel

Atty. Joseph T Mickel

Joseph T Mickel is a lawyer practicing criminal law. Joseph received a B.A. degree from Louisiana State University in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Lafayette Lafayette 47 yrs experience 47 year
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About Joseph T Mickel at a glance

Joseph T Mickel is an U.S. Atty. Off. based in Lafayette, Louisiana. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1979), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Louisiana (1980), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1981), and U.S. District Court Western District of Louisiana (1983). Educated at Southern University (J.D., 1979) and Louisiana State University (B.A., 1975). Serands clients in Lafayette, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Joseph T Mickel is a lawyer practicing criminal law
  • Joseph received a B.A. degree from Louisiana State University in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Joseph practices in Lafayette, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph T Mickel's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph T Mickel handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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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 Joseph T Mickel

Where is Joseph T Mickel's law office located?
Joseph T Mickel's law practice is located in Lafayette, Louisiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph T Mickel handle?
Joseph T Mickel focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Joseph T Mickel practiced law?
Joseph T Mickel has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Joseph T Mickel go to law school?
Joseph T Mickel earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Joseph T Mickel for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Southern University
- 1979
B.A.
Louisiana State University
- 1975

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Louisiana
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court Western District of Louisiana
Admitted: 1983

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