Atty. W. Joe Mize

Atty. W. Joe Mize

W. Joe Mize is a lawyer practicing oil and gas law, commercial litigation, banking litigation and 10 other areas of law.

Lake Charles Lake Charles 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About W. Joe Mize at a glance

W. Joe Mize is a Member based in Lake Charles, Louisiana, practicing at Robichaux, Mize, Wadsack, Richardson & Watson, LLC. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, litigation, and energy. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1982) and U.S. District Court, Eastern, Western and Middle Districts of Louisiana and U.S. Court of Appeals, F (1982). Educated at Tulane University (J.D., 1982) and University of Southern Mississippi (B.S., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Southwest Louisiana, Louisiana State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Lake Charles, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • W. Joe Mize is a lawyer practicing oil and gas law, commercial litigation, banking litigation and 10 other areas of law
  • W. Joe received a B.S. degree from University of Southern Mississippi in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • W. Joe practices at Robichaux, Mize, Wadsack, Richardson & Watson, LLC in Lake Charles, LA

Practice Areas Explained

W. Joe Mize's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases W. Joe Mize 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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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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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 Lake Charles 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 W. Joe Mize

Where is W. Joe Mize's law office located?
W. Joe Mize's law practice is located in Lake Charles, Louisiana. The firm is Robichaux, Mize, Wadsack, Richardson & Watson, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does W. Joe Mize handle?
W. Joe Mize focuses on business, m&a, litigation, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has W. Joe Mize practiced law?
W. Joe Mize has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did W. Joe Mize go to law school?
W. Joe Mize earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.S., 1979).
How can I contact W. Joe Mize for a consultation?
You can contact W. Joe Mize 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 W. Joe Mize received?
W. Joe Mize's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Tulane University
- 1982
B.S.
University of Southern Mississippi
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Eastern, Western and Middle Districts of Louisiana and U.S. Court of Appeals, F
Admitted: 1982

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