Atty. William Edward Steffes

Atty. William Edward Steffes

William Edward Steffes is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, commercial litigation, restructuring and 1 other area of law. William received a B.A. degree from Louisiana State University in 1973, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Baton Rouge Baton Rouge 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About William Edward Steffes at a glance

William Edward Steffes is a Member based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, practicing at Steffes, Vingiello & McKenzie, L.L.C.. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1978), U. S. District Court, Eastern and Middle Districts of Louisiana and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Cir (1978), U. S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana (1980), and U.S Supreme Court (1981). Educated at Louisiana State University (J.D., 1978) and Louisiana State University (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Louisiana State Bar Association (Past Chair, Bankruptcy Section) State Bar of Texas. Serands clients in Baton Rouge, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William Edward Steffes is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, commercial litigation, restructuring and 1 other area of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Louisiana State University in 1973, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • William practices at Steffes, Vingiello & McKenzie, L.L.C. in Baton Rouge, LA

Practice Areas Explained

William Edward Steffes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Edward Steffes 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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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

William Edward Steffes is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Louisiana →

Creditor Rights & Collections

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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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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 Edward Steffes

Where is William Edward Steffes's law office located?
William Edward Steffes's law practice is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The firm is Steffes, Vingiello & McKenzie, L.L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Edward Steffes handle?
William Edward Steffes focuses on business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has William Edward Steffes practiced law?
William Edward Steffes has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did William Edward Steffes go to law school?
William Edward Steffes earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact William Edward Steffes for a consultation?
You can contact William Edward Steffes 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 Edward Steffes received?
William Edward Steffes's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University
- 1978
B.A.
Louisiana State University
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1978
U. S. District Court, Eastern and Middle Districts of Louisiana and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Cir
Admitted: 1978
U. S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana
Admitted: 1980
U.S Supreme Court
Admitted: 1981
Texas
Admitted: 1998

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