Atty. Robert Bailey Acomb, Jr

Atty. Robert Bailey Acomb, Jr

Robert Bailey Acomb, Jr is a lawyer practicing admiralty & maritime, business & commercial litigation, class action defense & multi-district litigation and 4 other areas of law. Robert received a B.B.A. degree from Tulane University in 1951, and has been licensed for 73 years.

New Orleans New Orleans 73 yrs experience 73 year
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Profile Summary

About Robert Bailey Acomb, Jr at a glance

Robert Bailey Acomb, Jr is a Partner based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Jones Walker LLP. They have 73+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1953. Their practice focuses on business, class action, litigation, government, and maritime. Admitted to practice in E.D. La (1953), Louisiana (1953), M.D. La (1953), and U.S. Supreme Court (1967). Educated at Tulane University (J.D., 1953) and Tulane University (B.B.A., 1951). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of (President, Board of Directors, 1976-1978 Director, 1975 to date) •Christian Brother Retirement Trust. Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert Bailey Acomb, Jr is a lawyer practicing admiralty & maritime, business & commercial litigation, class action defense & multi-district litigation and 4 other areas of law
  • Robert received a B.B.A. degree from Tulane University in 1951, and has been licensed for 73 years
  • Robert practices at Jones Walker LLP in New Orleans, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Bailey Acomb, Jr's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Bailey Acomb, Jr handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Class Action

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Maritime & Admiralty Law

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

Robert Bailey Acomb, Jr is one of 11,568 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime 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 Orleans 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 Robert Bailey Acomb, Jr

Where is Robert Bailey Acomb, Jr's law office located?
Robert Bailey Acomb, Jr's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is Jones Walker LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Bailey Acomb, Jr handle?
Robert Bailey Acomb, Jr focuses on business, class action, litigation, government, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Robert Bailey Acomb, Jr practiced law?
Robert Bailey Acomb, Jr has 73+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1953.
Where did Robert Bailey Acomb, Jr go to law school?
Robert Bailey Acomb, Jr earned their education at (J.D., 1953); (B.B.A., 1951).
How can I contact Robert Bailey Acomb, Jr for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Robert Bailey Acomb, Jr received?
Robert Bailey Acomb, Jr's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Tulane University
- 1953
B.B.A.
Tulane University
- 1951

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

E.D. La
Admitted: 1953
Louisiana
Admitted: 1953
M.D. La
Admitted: 1953
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1967
W.D. La
Admitted: 1989

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