Atty. M. Thomas Arceneaux

Atty. M. Thomas Arceneaux

M. Thomas Arceneaux is a lawyer practicing business law, commercial litigation, commercial law and 9 other areas of law.

Shreveport Shreveport 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About M. Thomas Arceneaux at a glance

M. Thomas Arceneaux is a Director based in Shreveport, Louisiana. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, bankruptcy, zoning, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1976), U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana (1976), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1976), and Texas (1978). Educated at Louisiana State University (J.D., 1976) and Louisiana State University (B.S., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Shreveport. Serands clients in Shreveport, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • M. Thomas Arceneaux is a lawyer practicing business law, commercial litigation, commercial law and 9 other areas of law
  • M. received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • M. practices in Shreveport, LA

Practice Areas Explained

M. Thomas Arceneaux's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases M. Thomas Arceneaux handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

M. Thomas Arceneaux is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Louisiana →

Business & Corporate Law

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

M. Thomas Arceneaux is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business 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.

M. Thomas Arceneaux is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Louisiana →

Land Use & Zoning

M. Thomas Arceneaux is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Louisiana →

Creditor Rights & Collections

M. Thomas Arceneaux is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights 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 Shreveport 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 M. Thomas Arceneaux

Where is M. Thomas Arceneaux's law office located?
M. Thomas Arceneaux's law practice is located in Shreveport, Louisiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does M. Thomas Arceneaux handle?
M. Thomas Arceneaux focuses on estate planning, business, bankruptcy, zoning, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has M. Thomas Arceneaux practiced law?
M. Thomas Arceneaux has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did M. Thomas Arceneaux go to law school?
M. Thomas Arceneaux earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.S., 1972).
How can I contact M. Thomas Arceneaux for a consultation?
You can contact M. Thomas Arceneaux 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 M. Thomas Arceneaux received?
M. Thomas Arceneaux's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University
- 1976
B.S.
Louisiana State University
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1976
Texas
Admitted: 1978

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