Atty. Philip C. Kobetz
Philip C. Kobetz graduated from Louisiana State University Paul M.
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About Philip C. Kobetz at a glance
Philip C. Kobetz is a Member based in Lafayette, Louisiana, practicing at Kobetz Law Firm. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on car accidents, divorce, truck accidents, child custody, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1980), U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana (1980), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1981), and U.S. Supreme Court (1985). Educated at Louisiana State University Paul M. Hebert Law Center (J.D., 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Lafayette Parish, Louisiana State (Family Law Committee, 1989-1991) and American Bar Associations Lafayette Trial Lawyers Association (Member, Board of Directors, 1991) Louisiana Trial Lawyers Association Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Lafayette, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Philip C. Kobetz graduated from Louisiana State University Paul M. Hebert Law Center in 1980 and has been a personal injury trial attorney for over four decades
- Throughout his career, he has successfully secured millions in jury verdicts and settlements for his clients
- His experience in the courtroom and dedication to his clients have made him a strong advocate for those seeking compensation for their injuries
- In addition to personal injury law, he is a board-certified family law practitioner with extensive experience in divorce and community property litigation
- He is committed to protecting his clients' interests and guiding them through complex legal matters
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Philip C. Kobetz's Areas of Practice
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Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
Philip C. Kobetz is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Louisiana →
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Philip C. Kobetz is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Louisiana →
Philip C. Kobetz is one of 4,975 truck accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse truck accidents attorneys in Louisiana →
Philip C. Kobetz is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Louisiana →
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.
Philip C. Kobetz is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Louisiana →
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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