Atty. Preston D Cloyd

Atty. Preston D Cloyd

Preston D Cloyd is a lawyer. Preston received a B.S. degree from Tulane University in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Lafayette Lafayette 41 yrs experience 41 year
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About Preston D Cloyd at a glance

Preston D Cloyd is a Member based in Lafayette, Louisiana, practicing at Cloyd, Wimberly & Villemarette, LLC. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in Louisiana U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana U.S. District Court, Middle District of (1985) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1986). Educated at Louisiana State University (J.D., 1985) and Tulane University (B.S., 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Lafayette Parish, 15th Judicial District and Louisiana State Bar Association Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel. Serands clients in Lafayette, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Preston D Cloyd is a lawyer
  • Preston received a B.S. degree from Tulane University in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Preston practices at Cloyd, Wimberly & Villemarette, LLC in Lafayette, LA

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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Where is Preston D Cloyd's law office located?
Preston D Cloyd's law practice is located in Lafayette, Louisiana. The firm is Cloyd, Wimberly & Villemarette, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Preston D Cloyd practiced law?
Preston D Cloyd has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Preston D Cloyd go to law school?
Preston D Cloyd earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.S., 1980).
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What awards or recognition has Preston D Cloyd received?
Preston D Cloyd's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University
- 1985
B.S.
Tulane University
- 1980

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Louisiana U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana U.S. District Court, Middle District of
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1986

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