Atty. William David Shea

Atty. William David Shea

William David Shea is a lawyer practicing business, lawsuits & disputes, litigation and 4 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from Southeastern Louisiana University in 1991, and has been licensed for 22 years.

Baton Rouge Baton Rouge 22 yrs experience 22 year
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Profile Summary

About William David Shea at a glance

William David Shea is a Partner; Partner in Charge, Litigation based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, practicing at Adams and Reese LLP. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Louisiana United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit United States District Court for the (2004). Educated at Southern University Law Center (J.D., 2004) and Southeastern Louisiana University (B.A., 1991). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Baton Rouge, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William David Shea is a lawyer practicing business, lawsuits & disputes, litigation and 4 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Southeastern Louisiana University in 1991, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • William practices at Adams and Reese LLP in Baton Rouge, LA

Practice Areas Explained

William David Shea's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William David Shea 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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Civil Litigation

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

William David Shea is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Louisiana →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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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 Baton Rouge 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 William David Shea

Where is William David Shea's law office located?
William David Shea's law practice is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The firm is Adams and Reese LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William David Shea handle?
William David Shea focuses on business, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has William David Shea practiced law?
William David Shea has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did William David Shea go to law school?
William David Shea earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact William David Shea for a consultation?
You can contact William David Shea 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 William David Shea received?
William David Shea's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Southern University Law Center
- 2004
B.A.
Southeastern Louisiana University
- 1991

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Louisiana United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit United States District Court for the
Admitted: 2004

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