Atty. Michael Peter Arata
Michael Peter Arata is a lawyer practicing business services, corporate commercial litigation, entertainment law and 1 other area of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Tulane University of Louisiana in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years.
Business Services & More Attorney · Serving New Orleans, LA · 34+ Years Experience
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About Michael Peter Arata at a Glance
Michael Peter Arata is a Member based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Michael P. Arata. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1992) and U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of Louisiana (1992). Educated at Tulane University of Louisiana (J.D., 1992) and Tulane University of Louisiana (B.A., 1989). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New Orleans, Louisiana State, Federal and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Peter Arata
- Michael Peter Arata is a lawyer practicing business services, corporate commercial litigation, entertainment law and 1 other area of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Tulane University of Louisiana in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years
- Michael practices at Michael P. Arata in New Orleans, LA
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Michael Peter Arata's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Peter Arata handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New Orleans.
Personal Injury in New Orleans
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.
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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 Peter Arata is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Louisiana →
Civil Litigation in New Orleans
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Michael Peter Arata is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Louisiana →
Entertainment & Sports Law in New Orleans
Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.
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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 Peter Arata
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 Peter Arata's practice in the field of personal injury, business, litigation, and entertainment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Peter Arata brings 34+ 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 and U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of Louisiana, Michael Peter Arata can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, business, and litigation, Michael Peter Arata 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 Peter Arata 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 Peter Arata Handles in New Orleans
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