Atty. William Henry Strait

Atty. William Henry Strait

William Henry Strait is a lawyer practicing mining law, international mining law, oil and gas law and 6 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from University of Kentucky in 1968, and has been licensed for 48 years.

New Orleans New Orleans 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About William Henry Strait at a glance

William Henry Strait is a contracts, business, environmental, energy, and international attorney based in New Orleans, Louisiana. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Admitted to practice in Texas (1978), Colorado (1986), and Louisiana (1997). Educated at University of Kentucky (J.D., 1970) and University of Kentucky (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Texas Colorado, Louisiana State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William Henry Strait is a lawyer practicing mining law, international mining law, oil and gas law and 6 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from University of Kentucky in 1968, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • William practices in New Orleans, LA

Practice Areas Explained

William Henry Strait's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Henry Strait handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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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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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Energy & Utilities Law

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

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International 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 New Orleans 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 Henry Strait

Where is William Henry Strait's law office located?
William Henry Strait's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Henry Strait handle?
William Henry Strait focuses on contracts, business, environmental, energy, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has William Henry Strait practiced law?
William Henry Strait has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did William Henry Strait go to law school?
William Henry Strait earned their education at (J.D., 1970); (B.A., 1968).
How can I contact William Henry Strait for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William Henry Strait received?
William Henry Strait's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Kentucky
- 1970
B.A.
University of Kentucky
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1978
Colorado
Admitted: 1986
Louisiana
Admitted: 1997

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