Atty. William M Backstrom, Jr.

Atty. William M Backstrom, Jr.

William M Backstrom, Jr. is a lawyer practicing disaster preparedness & recovery, economic development, government relations & legislative advocacy and 6 other areas of law. William received a degree from Mississippi State University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years.

New Orleans New Orleans 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About William M Backstrom, Jr. at a glance

William M Backstrom, Jr. is a Partner based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Jones Walker LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on tax, litigation, government, and energy. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (1979) and Louisiana (1980). Educated at New York University School of Law (LL.M. Taxation, 1980) and Mississippi State University (B.S. Accounting, 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Memberships •American Bar Association. Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William M Backstrom, Jr. is a lawyer practicing disaster preparedness & recovery, economic development, government relations & legislative advocacy and 6 other areas of law
  • William received a degree from Mississippi State University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • William practices at Jones Walker LLP in New Orleans, LA

Practice Areas Explained

William M Backstrom, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

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

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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Energy & Utilities 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 M Backstrom, Jr.

Where is William M Backstrom, Jr.'s law office located?
William M Backstrom, Jr.'s law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is Jones Walker LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William M Backstrom, Jr. handle?
William M Backstrom, Jr. focuses on tax, litigation, government, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has William M Backstrom, Jr. practiced law?
William M Backstrom, Jr. has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did William M Backstrom, Jr. go to law school?
William M Backstrom, Jr. earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 1980); (B.S. Accounting, 1976).
How can I contact William M Backstrom, Jr. for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William M Backstrom, Jr. received?
William M Backstrom, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M. Taxation
New York University School of Law
- 1980
B.S. Accounting
Mississippi State University
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Mississippi
Admitted: 1979
Louisiana
Admitted: 1980

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