Atty. Matthew Patrick Keating
Mr. Matthew Patrick Keating is a lawyer practicing business, environmental, labor-employment and 6 other areas of law.
Business & More Attorney · Serving Lake Charles, LA · 20+ Years Experience
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About Matthew Patrick Keating at a Glance
Matthew Patrick Keating is an Associate based in Lake Charles, Louisiana, practicing at Plauché Smith & Nieset, LLC. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, employment, and business. Admitted to practice in Texas (2006), Louisiana (2007), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (2007). Educated at South Texas College of Law (J.D., 2006) and Louisiana State University (B.S. Business, 2003). Active member of Southwest Louisiana, Louisiana State and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel Defense Research Institute. Serves clients in Lake Charles, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Matthew Patrick Keating
- Mr. Matthew Patrick Keating is a lawyer practicing business, environmental, labor-employment and 6 other areas of law
- Matthew received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University in 2003, and has been licensed for 20 years
- Matthew practices at Plauché Smith & Nieset, LLC in Lake Charles, LA
Practice Areas Explained
Matthew Patrick Keating's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew Patrick Keating handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Lake Charles.
Trusts in Lake Charles
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Probate in Lake Charles
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Personal Injury in Lake Charles
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.
Matthew Patrick Keating is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Louisiana →
Employment Law in Lake Charles
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Matthew Patrick Keating is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Louisiana →
Business & Corporate Law in Lake Charles
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Matthew Patrick Keating is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Louisiana →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Lake Charles
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 Lake Charles 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 venue, 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.
Lake Charles Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Lake Charles-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Lake Charles Choose Matthew Patrick Keating
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Matthew Patrick Keating's practice in the field of trusts, probate, personal injury, employment, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Matthew Patrick Keating brings 20+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Texas, Louisiana, and U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit, Matthew Patrick Keating can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and personal injury, Matthew Patrick Keating can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Lake Charles
A Lake Charles-based practice means Matthew Patrick Keating attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Matthew Patrick Keating Handles in Lake Charles
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Matthew Patrick Keating has experience with under Louisiana law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Matthew Patrick Keating directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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