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Atty. Michelle Keadle Buford

Atty. Michelle Keadle Buford

Michelle Keadle Buford is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice, litigation, health care compliance and 20 other areas of law. Michelle received a B.S. degree from University of Louisiana at Lafayette in 1978, and has been licensed for 34 years.

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Profile Summary

About Michelle Keadle Buford at a glance

Michelle Keadle Buford is an Associate based in Lafayette, Louisiana. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on contracts, medical malpractice, business, ip, and white collar. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1992) and U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of Louisiana (1992). Educated at Tulane Law School (J.D., 1991) and University of Louisiana at Lafayette (B.S., 1978). Active member of Member: Louisiana State Bar Association. Serands clients in Lafayette, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michelle Keadle Buford is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice, litigation, health care compliance and 20 other areas of law
  • Michelle received a B.S. degree from University of Louisiana at Lafayette in 1978, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Michelle practices in Lafayette, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Michelle Keadle Buford's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michelle Keadle Buford handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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White Collar Crimes

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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 Lafayette 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 Michelle Keadle Buford

Where is Michelle Keadle Buford's law office located?
Michelle Keadle Buford's law practice is located in Lafayette, Louisiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michelle Keadle Buford handle?
Michelle Keadle Buford focuses on contracts, medical malpractice, business, ip, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Michelle Keadle Buford practiced law?
Michelle Keadle Buford has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Michelle Keadle Buford go to law school?
Michelle Keadle Buford earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S., 1978).
How can I contact Michelle Keadle Buford for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Tulane Law School
- 1991
B.S.
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
- 1978

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of Louisiana
Admitted: 1992

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