Atty. Ralph B Chustz, Sr.

Atty. Ralph B Chustz, Sr.

Ralph B Chustz, Sr. is a lawyer practicing oil and gas law, business law, trusts and estates and 2 other areas of law. Ralph received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University in 1969, and has been licensed for 50 years.

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About Ralph B Chustz, Sr. at a glance

Ralph B Chustz, Sr. is a Member based in New Roads, Louisiana, practicing at Kearney, Smith & Chustz. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, estate planning, business, and energy. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1976) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Districts (1976). Educated at Louisiana State University (J.D., 1976) and Louisiana State University (B.S., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of 18th Judicial District and Louisiana State (Member, Mineral Law Section) Bar Associations Louisiana Society of Certified Public Accountants. Serands clients in New Roads, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Ralph B Chustz, Sr. is a lawyer practicing oil and gas law, business law, trusts and estates and 2 other areas of law
  • Ralph received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University in 1969, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Ralph practices at Kearney, Smith & Chustz in New Roads, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Ralph B Chustz, Sr.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ralph B Chustz, Sr. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Ralph B Chustz, Sr. is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Louisiana →

Trusts

Ralph B Chustz, Sr. is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Louisiana →

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.

Ralph B Chustz, Sr. is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Louisiana →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Ralph B Chustz, Sr. is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Louisiana →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

Ralph B Chustz, Sr. is one of 36,230 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy 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 New Roads 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 Ralph B Chustz, Sr.

Where is Ralph B Chustz, Sr.'s law office located?
Ralph B Chustz, Sr.'s law practice is located in New Roads, Louisiana. The firm is Kearney, Smith & Chustz. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ralph B Chustz, Sr. handle?
Ralph B Chustz, Sr. focuses on wills, trusts, estate planning, business, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Ralph B Chustz, Sr. practiced law?
Ralph B Chustz, Sr. has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Ralph B Chustz, Sr. go to law school?
Ralph B Chustz, Sr. earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.S., 1969).
How can I contact Ralph B Chustz, Sr. for a consultation?
You can contact Ralph B Chustz, Sr. 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 Ralph B Chustz, Sr. received?
Ralph B Chustz, Sr.'s notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University
- 1976
B.S.
Louisiana State University
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Districts
Admitted: 1976

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