Atty. Michael E Guarisco
Michael E Guarisco is a lawyer practicing business planning, estate planning, tax litigation and 3 other areas of law. Michael has been licensed for 57 years.
Business Planning & More Attorney · Serving New Orleans, LA · 57+ Years Experience
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About Michael E Guarisco at a Glance
Michael E Guarisco is a Member based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Michael E. Guarisco. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on estate planning, employment, business, tax, and tax litigation. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1969), U.S. Claims Court (1972), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana (1973), and U.S. Tax Court (1977). Educated at Georgetown University (LL.M. Taxation, 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael E Guarisco
- Michael E Guarisco is a lawyer practicing business planning, estate planning, tax litigation and 3 other areas of law
- Michael has been licensed for 57 years
- Michael practices at Michael E. Guarisco in New Orleans, LA
Practice Areas Explained
Michael E Guarisco's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael E Guarisco handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New Orleans.
Estate Planning & Probate in New Orleans
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Michael E Guarisco is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Louisiana →
Employment Law in New Orleans
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Michael E Guarisco is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Louisiana →
Business & Corporate Law in New Orleans
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael E Guarisco is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Louisiana →
Tax Law in New Orleans
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Michael E Guarisco is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Louisiana →
Tax Litigation in New Orleans
Michael E Guarisco is one of 3,087 tax litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax litigation attorneys in Louisiana →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in New Orleans
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 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.
New Orleans Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New Orleans-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 New Orleans Choose Michael E Guarisco
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 Michael E Guarisco's practice in the field of estate planning, employment, business, tax, and tax litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael E Guarisco brings 57+ 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 Louisiana, U.S. Claims Court, and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana, Michael E Guarisco can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering estate planning, employment, and business, Michael E Guarisco can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New Orleans
A New Orleans-based practice means Michael E Guarisco 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 Michael E Guarisco Handles in New Orleans
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael E Guarisco 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.
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