Atty. Robert Lawrence Waddell

Atty. Robert Lawrence Waddell

Robert Lawrence Waddell is a lawyer practicing business & commercial litigation, intellectual property, antitrust & trade law and 1 other area of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Virginia Tech in 1984, and has been licensed for 36 years.

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Profile Summary

About Robert Lawrence Waddell at a glance

Robert Lawrence Waddell is a Partner based in Lafayette, Louisiana, practicing at Jones Walker LLP. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on patent, business, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1990), Fed Cir (1993), Louisiana (1995), and M.D. La (1995). Educated at George Mason University School of Law (J.D., 1990) and Virginia Tech (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Lafayette, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Robert Lawrence Waddell is a lawyer practicing business & commercial litigation, intellectual property, antitrust & trade law and 1 other area of law
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from Virginia Tech in 1984, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Robert practices at Jones Walker LLP in Lafayette, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Lawrence Waddell's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Robert Lawrence Waddell is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Louisiana →

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 Lafayette 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 Lawrence Waddell

Where is Robert Lawrence Waddell's law office located?
Robert Lawrence Waddell's law practice is located in Lafayette, Louisiana. The firm is Jones Walker LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Lawrence Waddell handle?
Robert Lawrence Waddell focuses on patent, business, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Robert Lawrence Waddell practiced law?
Robert Lawrence Waddell has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Robert Lawrence Waddell go to law school?
Robert Lawrence Waddell earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact Robert Lawrence Waddell for a consultation?
You can contact Robert Lawrence Waddell 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 Robert Lawrence Waddell received?
Robert Lawrence Waddell's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
George Mason University School of Law
- 1990
B.A.
Virginia Tech
- 1984

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1990
Fed Cir
Admitted: 1993
Louisiana
Admitted: 1995
M.D. La
Admitted: 1995
W.D. La
Admitted: 1995
E.D. La
Admitted: 1995
S.D. Tex
Admitted: 1997

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