Atty. Peter Jan Pohorelsky

Atty. Peter Jan Pohorelsky

Peter Jan Pohorelsky is a lawyer practicing general practice, estate planning, successions and 6 other areas of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from Louisiana State University in 2002, and has been licensed for 20 years.

Lake Charles Lake Charles 20 yrs experience 20 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter Jan Pohorelsky at a glance

Peter Jan Pohorelsky is a Partner based in Lake Charles, Louisiana, practicing at Scofield, Gerard, Pohorelsky, Gallaugher & Landry Attorneys at Law a Limited Liability Company. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on wills, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Louisiana United States District Court for the Western District of Louisiana United States Court of (2006). Educated at Louisiana State University (J.D., 2006) and Louisiana State University (B.A. English, 2002). Active member of Louisiana State Bar Association Southwest Louisiana Bar Association (Member, Executive Council, Young Lawyers Section) Southwest Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel. Serands clients in Lake Charles, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Peter Jan Pohorelsky is a lawyer practicing general practice, estate planning, successions and 6 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from Louisiana State University in 2002, and has been licensed for 20 years
  • Peter practices at Scofield, Gerard, Pohorelsky, Gallaugher & Landry Attorneys at Law a Limited Liability Company in Lake Charles, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Jan Pohorelsky's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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Probate

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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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Real Estate Law

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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 Lake Charles 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 Peter Jan Pohorelsky

Where is Peter Jan Pohorelsky's law office located?
Peter Jan Pohorelsky's law practice is located in Lake Charles, Louisiana. The firm is Scofield, Gerard, Pohorelsky, Gallaugher & Landry Attorneys at Law a Limited Liability Company. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Jan Pohorelsky handle?
Peter Jan Pohorelsky focuses on wills, probate, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Peter Jan Pohorelsky practiced law?
Peter Jan Pohorelsky has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did Peter Jan Pohorelsky go to law school?
Peter Jan Pohorelsky earned their education at (J.D., 2006); (B.A. English, 2002).
How can I contact Peter Jan Pohorelsky for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University
- 2006
B.A. English
Louisiana State University
- 2002

Bar Admissions

Louisiana United States District Court for the Western District of Louisiana United States Court of
Admitted: 2006

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