Atty. Michael L. Eckstein
Michael L. Eckstein is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law, Commercial Transactions / UCC Law and Tax Law.
Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) & More Attorney · Serving New Orleans, LA
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About Michael L. Eckstein at a Glance
Michael L. Eckstein is a family law, business, and tax attorney based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Eckstein Law Firm. Educated at Georgetown University (LLM in Taxation, 1980) and Tulane University (J.D., 1979). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Transactions / UCC Law (2026). Serves clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael L. Eckstein
- Michael L. Eckstein is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law, Commercial Transactions / UCC Law and Tax Law
- Michael L., who practices law in New Orleans, Louisiana, has been recognized since 2020
- This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Michael L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area
Practice Areas Explained
Michael L. Eckstein's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael L. Eckstein handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New Orleans.
Family Law in New Orleans
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Business & Corporate Law in New Orleans
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael L. Eckstein 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.
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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 L. Eckstein
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 L. Eckstein's practice in the field of family law, business, and tax.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering family law, business, and tax, Michael L. Eckstein 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 L. Eckstein attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Michael L. Eckstein Handles in New Orleans
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael L. Eckstein 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 Michael L. Eckstein directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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