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About Ralph E. Kraft at a glance
Ralph E. Kraft is a Member based in Lafayette, Louisiana, practicing at Kraft Gatz LLC. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on maritime. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1975) and Texas U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Lou (1992). Educated at Louisiana State University (J.D., 1975) and Louisiana Tech University (B.S., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Lafayette, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Ralph E. Kraft is a lawyer practicing admiralty and maritime law, admiralty law, maritime law
- Ralph received a B.S. degree from Louisiana Tech University in 1968, and has been licensed for 51 years
- Ralph practices at Kraft Gatz LLC in Lafayette, LA
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Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.
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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 venue, 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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