Atty. Marie A. Moore

Atty. Marie A. Moore

Marie A. Moore, a member of the Firm, received her B.A. degree from the University of Alabama in 1975 and her J.D. degree from the University of Alabama in 1978, where she was a member of Order of the Coif and associate editor of the Alabama Law Review.

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About Marie A. Moore at a glance

Marie A. Moore is a real estate and zoning attorney based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Sher Garner Cahill Richter Klein & Hilbert LLC. Admitted to practice in Alabama, Alabama State Bar Association and Louisiana, Louisiana State Bar Association. Educated at The University of Alabama (J.D., 1978) and The University of Alabama (BA, 1975). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Marie A. Moore, a member of the Firm, received her B.A. degree from the University of Alabama in 1975 and her J.D. degree from the University of Alabama in 1978, where she was a member of Order of the Coif and associate editor of the Alabama Law Review
  • She then served as a law clerk to the Honorable Robert S. Vance of the U.S
  • Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit
  • Ms. Moore is a licensed member of the Louisiana and Alabama State Bars
  • Ms. Moore is a Fellow in the American College of Real Estate Lawyers and is the Chair of the Louisiana District Council of the Urban Land Institute
  • She is also active in the American Bar Association’s Real Property Trust & Estate Section and serves as the Vice Chair of the Leasing Group and as the Real Property Chair of the Corporate Sponsorship Committee
  • She practices in the areas of commercial leasing and real estate, construction, lending and general commercial transactions
  • She served as a member of the Louisiana State Law Institute's Committee for the Revision of the Louisiana Civil Code Articles on Lease
  • Ms. Moore is the co-founder and the inaugural President of New Orleans CREW
  • She frequently speaks at the ICSC Law Conference, Louisiana and Alabama CLE, ABA Real Property Trust & Estate Spring Symposia, and other seminars on the topics of lease, indemnity, insurance and other real estate matters
  • Ms. Moore has been named one of Louisiana’s Best Lawyers in the areas of real estate law, real and personal property leasing, commercial leasing and business law

Practice Areas Explained

Marie A. Moore's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Marie A. Moore 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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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 Marie A. Moore

Where is Marie A. Moore's law office located?
Marie A. Moore's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is Sher Garner Cahill Richter Klein & Hilbert LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Marie A. Moore handle?
Marie A. Moore focuses on real estate, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
Where did Marie A. Moore go to law school?
Marie A. Moore earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (BA, 1975).
How can I contact Marie A. Moore for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Marie A. Moore received?
Marie A. Moore's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law; Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — Development; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:.

Education

J.D.
The University of Alabama
- 1978
BA
The University of Alabama
- 1975

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Development
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Louisiana Super Lawyers, 2007 - 2013
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers USA: American Leading Business Lawyer, Real Estate Law in 2012
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top 25 Women Louisiana Super Lawyers, 2007 and 2012
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Land Use and Zoning Law (New Orleans)
- 2020

Bar Admissions

Alabama, Alabama State Bar Association
Louisiana, Louisiana State Bar Association

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