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Melvin A Shortess is a Ct. App. J. based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. They have 68+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1958. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1958). Educated at Louisiana State University LL.B. (—) and Louisiana State University B.A. (—). Serands clients in Baton Rouge, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Melvin A Shortess is a lawyer
- Melvin received a B.A. degree from Louisiana State University, and has been licensed for 68 years
- Melvin practices in Baton Rouge, LA
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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 Baton Rouge 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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