Atty. Kent B Payne

Atty. Kent B Payne

Kent B Payne is a lawyer practicing debtor creditor relations, bankruptcy, employment discrimination and 4 other areas of law. Kent received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University at Baton Rouge in 1984, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Covington Covington 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About Kent B Payne at a glance

Kent B Payne is a discrimination, contracts, personal injury, estate planning, and bankruptcy attorney based in Covington, Louisiana. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1989) and U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of Louisiana (1989). Educated at Louisiana State University at Baton Rouge (J.D., 1989) and Louisiana State University at Baton Rouge (B.S., 1984). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Covington, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Kent B Payne is a lawyer practicing debtor creditor relations, bankruptcy, employment discrimination and 4 other areas of law
  • Kent received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University at Baton Rouge in 1984, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Kent practices in Covington, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Kent B Payne's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kent B Payne handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Workplace Discrimination

Kent B Payne is one of 7,100 discrimination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse discrimination attorneys in Louisiana →

Contracts

Kent B Payne is one of 76,762 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in Louisiana →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Kent B Payne is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Louisiana →

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.

Kent B Payne is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Louisiana →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Kent B Payne is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Louisiana →

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 Covington 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 Kent B Payne

Where is Kent B Payne's law office located?
Kent B Payne's law practice is located in Covington, Louisiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kent B Payne handle?
Kent B Payne focuses on discrimination, contracts, personal injury, estate planning, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Kent B Payne practiced law?
Kent B Payne has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Kent B Payne go to law school?
Kent B Payne earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S., 1984).
How can I contact Kent B Payne for a consultation?
You can contact Kent B Payne 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 Kent B Payne received?
Kent B Payne's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University at Baton Rouge
- 1989
B.S.
Louisiana State University at Baton Rouge
- 1984

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of Louisiana
Admitted: 1989

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