Atty. Laura Carter Settlemyer

Atty. Laura Carter Settlemyer

Laura Carter Settlemyer is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, real property law, communications / media and 1 other area of law. Laura received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 2005, and has been licensed for 17 years.

New Orleans New Orleans 17 yrs experience 17 year
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Profile Summary

About Laura Carter Settlemyer at a glance

Laura Carter Settlemyer is a business, real estate, tax, litigation, and entertainment attorney based in New Orleans, Louisiana. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (2009) and Michigan U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of Louisiana (2015). Educated at Emory University School of Law (J.D., 2008) and Harvard University (A.B. Economics, 2005). Active member of Louisiana State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Laura Carter Settlemyer is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, real property law, communications / media and 1 other area of law
  • Laura received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 2005, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • Laura practices in New Orleans, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Laura Carter Settlemyer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Laura Carter Settlemyer handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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

Common questions about Laura Carter Settlemyer

Where is Laura Carter Settlemyer's law office located?
Laura Carter Settlemyer's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Laura Carter Settlemyer handle?
Laura Carter Settlemyer focuses on business, real estate, tax, litigation, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Laura Carter Settlemyer practiced law?
Laura Carter Settlemyer has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Laura Carter Settlemyer go to law school?
Laura Carter Settlemyer earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (A.B. Economics, 2005).
How can I contact Laura Carter Settlemyer for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Emory University School of Law
- 2008
A.B. Economics
Harvard University
- 2005

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 2009
Michigan U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of Louisiana
Admitted: 2015

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