Atty. Michael Richard Carney

Atty. Michael Richard Carney

Mr. Michael Richard Carney is a lawyer practicing elder care, trusts and estates, wills and 3 other areas of law.

Shreveport Shreveport 16 yrs experience 16 year
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About Michael Richard Carney at a glance

Michael Richard Carney is an Associate based in Shreveport, Louisiana, practicing at Weems, Schimpf, Haines, Landry, Shemwell & Moore (APLC). They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, estate planning, business, and zoning. Admitted to practice in Texas (2010) and Louisiana (2014). Educated at Catholic University of America (J.D., 2007) and University at Albany (B.A., 2001). Active member of Louisiana State Bar Association Shreveport Bar Association State Bar of Texas National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. Serands clients in Shreveport, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. Michael Richard Carney is a lawyer practicing elder care, trusts and estates, wills and 3 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University at Albany in 2001, and has been licensed for 16 years
  • Michael practices at Weems, Schimpf, Haines, Landry, Shemwell & Moore (APLC) in Shreveport, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Richard Carney's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Richard Carney handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Michael Richard Carney is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Louisiana →

Trusts

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Land Use & Zoning

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Jurisdictional Context

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 Shreveport 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Richard Carney

Where is Michael Richard Carney's law office located?
Michael Richard Carney's law practice is located in Shreveport, Louisiana. The firm is Weems, Schimpf, Haines, Landry, Shemwell & Moore (APLC). You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Richard Carney handle?
Michael Richard Carney focuses on wills, trusts, estate planning, business, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Michael Richard Carney practiced law?
Michael Richard Carney has 16+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2010.
Where did Michael Richard Carney go to law school?
Michael Richard Carney earned their education at (J.D., 2007); (B.A., 2001).
How can I contact Michael Richard Carney for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Catholic University of America
- 2007
B.A.
University at Albany
- 2001

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 2010
Louisiana
Admitted: 2014

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