Lawyer Richard F. Cortizas, graduated from Loyola University, B.B.A., 1993 Loyola University, J.D., 2002, is now employed by Jones Walker LLP at 201 St. Charles Ave. New Orleans, LA 70170.

While being a member of New Orleans, Louisiana State, American, and Hispanic National Bar Associations; National Association of Bond Lawyers., Richard F. Cortizas is one of the more than one million lawyers in United States. Before choosing Richard F. Cortizas as your lawyer, you should consider whether Richard F. Cortizas offers free consultation, (if not) how much the initial interview costs, if there is any hidden attorney fees, what's the fee schedule, whether he or she has good community reputation and is able to provide a list of good references. You can also contact the Board of Professional Responsibility of the state bar, to find out if Richard F. Cortizas has ever been placed under any disciplinary actions. Please be aware that, though Richard F. Cortizas's office is located at New Orleans, LA, he or she might belong to the bar association of other states.

You should also ask how long the lawyer has been in practice, how much experience he or she has in cases like yours, and more importantly, the outcomes of those cases! Focus of the lawyer's practice and years of experience are also very important factors in your evaluation process. The more focused the lawyer's practice areas, the better service he or she could provide. So do not make decisions solely on one or two factors. Only hire lawyers you feel comfortable with as they will represent you and your interests, and you will be sharing private details about your life with them.

Richard F. Cortizas has been admitted in 2004, Louisiana. His or her practice areas include Government Relations; Public Finance; Corporate Transactions; International Insurance.

Richard F. Cortizas's college and law school education includes Loyola University, B.B.A., 1993, Loyola University, J.D., 2002. Other biographical background includes Mr. Cortizas served as City Attorney for the City of New Orleans for three years, where he was responsible for directing and supervising legal affairs for the City of New Orleans. As City Attorney, Mr. Cortizas oversaw a turnaround of the contracting process of the Law Department and was part of the team that negotiated the New Orleans Police Department consent decrees. He served as Executive Counsel to Mayor Mitch Landrieu from 2010 to 2011. Prior to that, Mr. Cortizas practiced law with Jones Walker for six years. Before practicing law, Mr. Cortizas was the Regional Director for U.S. Senator Mary Landrieu, where he was responsible for the local and state legislative agenda. He acted as the liaison between the Senator and local state officials, and was the Senator's local community representative. Member: Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Louisiana, International School of Louisiana.. You should contact other lawyers and law firms nearby before choosing your legal representatives.

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