Atty. William Michael Barnett

Atty. William Michael Barnett

William Michael Barnett is a lawyer practicing real estate, wills, probate and 2 other areas of law. William received a degree from Phillips Exeter Academy in 1943, and has been licensed for 73 years.

New Orleans New Orleans 73 yrs experience 73 year
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Profile Summary

About William Michael Barnett at a glance

William Michael Barnett is an Of Counsel based in New Orleans, Louisiana. They have 73+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1953. Their practice focuses on wills, probate, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1953). Educated at Tulane University of Louisiana (LL.B., 1953) and Phillips Exeter Academy (Yale University, 1943). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New Orleans and Louisiana State Bar Association. Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William Michael Barnett is a lawyer practicing real estate, wills, probate and 2 other areas of law
  • William received a degree from Phillips Exeter Academy in 1943, and has been licensed for 73 years
  • William practices in New Orleans, LA

Practice Areas Explained

William Michael Barnett's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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Probate

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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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

William Michael Barnett is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Louisiana →

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 Michael Barnett

Where is William Michael Barnett's law office located?
William Michael Barnett's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Michael Barnett handle?
William Michael Barnett focuses on wills, probate, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has William Michael Barnett practiced law?
William Michael Barnett has 73+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1953.
Where did William Michael Barnett go to law school?
William Michael Barnett earned their education at (LL.B., 1953); (Yale University, 1943).
How can I contact William Michael Barnett for a consultation?
You can contact William Michael Barnett 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 Michael Barnett received?
William Michael Barnett's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Tulane University of Louisiana
- 1953
Yale University
Phillips Exeter Academy
- 1943

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1953

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