Atty. Richard J Dodson

Atty. Richard J Dodson

Richard J Dodson is a lawyer practicing maritime litigation, land-based personal injury, international law. Richard received a B.A. degree from Louisiana State University in 1964, and has been licensed for 60 years.

Baton Rouge Baton Rouge 60 yrs experience 60 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard J Dodson at a glance

Richard J Dodson is a Member based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, practicing at Dodson & Hooks, APLC. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on personal injury, maritime, and international. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1966), U.S. District Court, Eastern and Middle Districts of Louisiana (1966), U.S. Tax Court and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1968), and U.S. Supreme Court (1971). Educated at Louisiana State University (J.D., 1966) and Louisiana State University (B.A., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Baton Rouge, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard J Dodson is a lawyer practicing maritime litigation, land-based personal injury, international law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from Louisiana State University in 1964, and has been licensed for 60 years
  • Richard practices at Dodson & Hooks, APLC in Baton Rouge, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard J Dodson's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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.

Richard J Dodson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Louisiana →

Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

Richard J Dodson is one of 11,568 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in Louisiana →

International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

Richard J Dodson is one of 40,133 international attorneys indexed nationally. Browse international 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 Baton Rouge 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 J Dodson

Where is Richard J Dodson's law office located?
Richard J Dodson's law practice is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The firm is Dodson & Hooks, APLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard J Dodson handle?
Richard J Dodson focuses on personal injury, maritime, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Richard J Dodson practiced law?
Richard J Dodson has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did Richard J Dodson go to law school?
Richard J Dodson earned their education at (J.D., 1966); (B.A., 1964).
How can I contact Richard J Dodson for a consultation?
You can contact Richard J Dodson 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 Richard J Dodson received?
Richard J Dodson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University
- 1966
B.A.
Louisiana State University
- 1964

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1966
U.S. District Court, Eastern and Middle Districts of Louisiana
Admitted: 1966
U.S. Tax Court and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1968
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1971
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1992

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