Atty. Richard A Tonry

Atty. Richard A Tonry

Richard A Tonry is a lawyer practicing criminal law, business, civil litigation and 1 other area of law. Richard received a A.B. degree from Spring Hill College in 1961, and has been licensed for 59 years.

Chalmette Chalmette 59 yrs experience 59 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard A Tonry at a glance

Richard A Tonry is a Member based in Chalmette, Louisiana, practicing at Tonry and Ginart. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1967), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana (1967), and U.S. Supreme Court (1972). Educated at Loyola University (J.D., 1967) and Spring Hill College (A.B. Spring, 1961). Serands clients in Chalmette, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard A Tonry is a lawyer practicing criminal law, business, civil litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Richard received a A.B. degree from Spring Hill College in 1961, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • Richard practices at Tonry and Ginart in Chalmette, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard A Tonry's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard A Tonry handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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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 Chalmette 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 Richard A Tonry

Where is Richard A Tonry's law office located?
Richard A Tonry's law practice is located in Chalmette, Louisiana. The firm is Tonry and Ginart. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard A Tonry handle?
Richard A Tonry focuses on criminal defense, family law, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Richard A Tonry practiced law?
Richard A Tonry has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did Richard A Tonry go to law school?
Richard A Tonry earned their education at (J.D., 1967); (A.B. Spring, 1961).
How can I contact Richard A Tonry for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Loyola University
- 1967
A.B. Spring
Spring Hill College
- 1961

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1967
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana
Admitted: 1967
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1972

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