Atty. Margaret David Laborde

Atty. Margaret David Laborde

Margaret David Laborde is a lawyer practicing energy, environment & natural resources, energy: oil & gas, energy: regulatory and 3 other areas of law. Margaret received a B.A. degree from H.

Lafayette Lafayette 45 yrs experience 45 year
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About Margaret David Laborde at a glance

Margaret David Laborde is a Special Counsel based in Lafayette, Louisiana, practicing at Jones Walker LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on real estate, zoning, environmental, and energy. Admitted to practice in Texas (2017). Educated at Tulane University (J.D., 1981) and H. Sophie Newcomb Memorial College (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Memberships •American Bar Association •Lafayette Association of Petroleum Landmen •Lafayette Bar Association •Louisiana State Bar Association. Serands clients in Lafayette, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Margaret David Laborde is a lawyer practicing energy, environment & natural resources, energy: oil & gas, energy: regulatory and 3 other areas of law
  • Margaret received a B.A. degree from H. Sophie Newcomb Memorial College in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Margaret practices at Jones Walker LLP in Lafayette, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Margaret David Laborde's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Margaret David Laborde handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Real Estate Law

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

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Land Use & Zoning

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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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 Margaret David Laborde

Where is Margaret David Laborde's law office located?
Margaret David Laborde's law practice is located in Lafayette, Louisiana. The firm is Jones Walker LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Margaret David Laborde handle?
Margaret David Laborde focuses on real estate, zoning, environmental, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Margaret David Laborde practiced law?
Margaret David Laborde has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Margaret David Laborde go to law school?
Margaret David Laborde earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Margaret David Laborde for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Margaret David Laborde received?
Margaret David Laborde's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Tulane University
- 1981
B.A.
H. Sophie Newcomb Memorial College
- 1978

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 2017

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