Atty. Peggy Wallace

Atty. Peggy Wallace

Peggy Wallace is a lawyer practicing admiralty and maritime law, civil litigation. Peggy received a B.A. degree from University of New Orleans in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years.

New Orleans New Orleans 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Peggy Wallace at a glance

Peggy Wallace is a litigation and maritime attorney based in New Orleans, Louisiana. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1983), U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of Louisiana (1984), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1985), and North Carolina (1996). Educated at Loyola University of New Orleans School of Law (J.D., 1983) and University of New Orleans (B.A. Political, 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Louisiana State Bar Association. Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Peggy Wallace is a lawyer practicing admiralty and maritime law, civil litigation
  • Peggy received a B.A. degree from University of New Orleans in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Peggy practices in New Orleans, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Peggy Wallace's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

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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 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 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 Peggy Wallace

Where is Peggy Wallace's law office located?
Peggy Wallace's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peggy Wallace handle?
Peggy Wallace focuses on litigation, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Peggy Wallace practiced law?
Peggy Wallace has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Peggy Wallace go to law school?
Peggy Wallace earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A. Political, 1979).
How can I contact Peggy Wallace for a consultation?
You can contact Peggy Wallace directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Peggy Wallace received?
Peggy Wallace's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Loyola University of New Orleans School of Law
- 1983
B.A. Political
University of New Orleans
- 1979

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of Louisiana
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1985
North Carolina
Admitted: 1996

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