Atty. Stephen J. Katz

Atty. Stephen J. Katz

Member: Bankruptcy Advisory Rules Committee, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Western District of Louisiana; Fourth Judicial District Bench/Bar Committee; Council of School Attorneys, National School Boards Association.

Bastrop Bastrop 54 yrs experience 54 year
Call (318) 327-8519 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Stephen J. Katz at a glance

Stephen J. Katz is a Member based in Bastrop, Louisiana, practicing at Rankin, Yeldell & Katz A Professional Law Corporation. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, family law, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1972), U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1973), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1978), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court (1981). Educated at Tulane University of Louisiana (J.D., 1972) and Tulane University of Louisiana (B.S., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Bar Association of the Fifth Federal Circuit Fourth Judicial District, Louisiana State and American Bar Associations Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel Louisiana Association for Justice American Association for Justice. Serands clients in Bastrop, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

Member

  • Bankruptcy Advisory Rules Committee, U.S
  • Bankruptcy Court, Western District of Louisiana
  • Fourth Judicial District Bench/Bar Committee
  • Council of School Attorneys, National School Boards Association

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen J. Katz's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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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.

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Family Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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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 Bastrop 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 Stephen J. Katz

Where is Stephen J. Katz's law office located?
Stephen J. Katz's law practice is located in Bastrop, Louisiana. The firm is Rankin, Yeldell & Katz A Professional Law Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen J. Katz handle?
Stephen J. Katz focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, family law, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Stephen J. Katz practiced law?
Stephen J. Katz has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Stephen J. Katz go to law school?
Stephen J. Katz earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.S., 1969).
How can I contact Stephen J. Katz for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen J. Katz 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 Stephen J. Katz received?
Stephen J. Katz's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Tulane University of Louisiana
- 1972
B.S.
Tulane University of Louisiana
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Louisiana
Admitted: 1988

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