Atty. Robert E. Holden
Robert E. Holden is a lawyer practicing business & commercial litigation, energy, environment & natural resources, energy: litigation and 6 other areas of law.
Business & Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving New Orleans, LA · 48+ Years Experience
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About Robert E. Holden at a Glance
Robert E. Holden is a Partner based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Jones Walker LLP. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, litigation, environmental, and energy. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1978), Florida (1979), and Texas (1993). Educated at University of Florida Fredric G. Levin College of Law (J.D., 1978) and Order of the Coif Member, University of Florida Law Review Florida State University (B.S. Engineering, 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert E. Holden
- Robert E. Holden is a lawyer practicing business & commercial litigation, energy, environment & natural resources, energy: litigation and 6 other areas of law
- Robert received a degree from Order of the Coif, and has been licensed for 48 years
- Robert practices at Jones Walker LLP in New Orleans, LA
Practice Areas Explained
Robert E. Holden's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert E. Holden handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New Orleans.
Criminal Defense in New Orleans
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Business & Corporate Law in New Orleans
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Civil Litigation in New Orleans
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Robert E. Holden is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Louisiana →
Environmental Law in New Orleans
Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.
Robert E. Holden is one of 55,977 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Louisiana →
Energy & Utilities Law in New Orleans
Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in New Orleans
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 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.
New Orleans Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New Orleans-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New Orleans Choose Robert E. Holden
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Robert E. Holden's practice in the field of criminal defense, business, litigation, environmental, and energy.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert E. Holden brings 48+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Louisiana, Florida, and Texas, Robert E. Holden can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, business, and litigation, Robert E. Holden can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New Orleans
A New Orleans-based practice means Robert E. Holden attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Robert E. Holden Handles in New Orleans
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Robert E. Holden has experience with under Louisiana law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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