Atty. Robert E. Tarcza

Atty. Robert E. Tarcza

Pi Sigma Alpha; Psi Chi; Blue Key. Managing Editor, Loyola Law Review, 1980-1981.

New Orleans New Orleans 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving New Orleans, LA · 45+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Robert E. Tarcza at a Glance

Robert E. Tarcza is a Member based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Tarcza & Associates, L.L.C.. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, tax, estate tax, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1981). Educated at Loyola University (J.D., 1981) and Loyola University (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New Orleans and Louisiana State (Member, Section of Taxation) Bar Associations New Orleans Estate Planning Council. Serves clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Robert E. Tarcza

  • Pi Sigma Alpha
  • Psi Chi
  • Blue Key
  • Managing Editor, Loyola Law Review, 1980-1981
  • Winner, Louisiana Trial Lawyers Association Award for Appellate Advocacy, Loyola, 1979

Author

  • "Jury Review of Tax Consequences of FELA Damage Awards Now Considered Appropriate," Loyola Law Review, 1980
  • "The Public Trust Doctrine as a Basis for Environmental Litigation in Louisiana," Loyola Law Review, 1981
  • "Keeping Inter Vivos Gifts and Trust Principal Out of the Grantor's Gross Estate," Prentice Hall Successful Estate Planning Ideas and Methods Par., 2019, 1985, substantially revised, 1990

Practice Areas Explained

Robert E. Tarcza's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert E. Tarcza handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New Orleans.

Probate in New Orleans

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Estate Planning & Probate in New Orleans

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Tax Law in New Orleans

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Estate & Gift Tax in New Orleans

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Civil Litigation in New Orleans

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Jurisdictional Context

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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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Robert E. Tarcza

Where is Robert E. Tarcza's law office located?
Robert E. Tarcza's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is Tarcza & Associates, L.L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert E. Tarcza handle?
Robert E. Tarcza focuses on probate, estate planning, tax, estate tax, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Robert E. Tarcza practiced law?
Robert E. Tarcza has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Robert E. Tarcza go to law school?
Robert E. Tarcza earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Robert E. Tarcza for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Robert E. Tarcza received?
Robert E. Tarcza's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Professional Profile

Why Clients in New Orleans Choose Robert E. Tarcza

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. Tarcza's practice in the field of probate, estate planning, tax, estate tax, and litigation.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Robert E. Tarcza brings 45+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering probate, estate planning, and tax, Robert E. Tarcza 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. Tarcza attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

Case Types

Common Legal Issues Robert E. Tarcza Handles in New Orleans

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Robert E. Tarcza 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.

Last wills and testaments
Estate Planning
Revocable living trusts
Estate Planning
Powers of attorney
Estate Planning
Probate proceedings
Estate Planning
IRS audit representation
Tax
Tax lien and levy defense
Tax
Offer in compromise
Tax
Business tax planning
Tax

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Robert E. Tarcza directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Robert E. Tarcza's Practice Areas & Specializations

Education & Law School Background

J.D.
Loyola University
- 1981
B.A.
Loyola University
- 1978

Awards & Professional Honors

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1981

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