Charles M Raymond

Charles M Raymond

5.0
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 46 years

Litigation Lawyer at New Orleans, LA
Practice Areas: Litigation, Car Accidents, Probate ... +5 more

1222 Annunciation Street, New Orleans, LA

About Charles

Biography

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Litigation 40%

My practice spans 40 years. I have brought cases for clients to trial before judges and juries in Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Texas. Complex matters are nothing new for me and with the outcomes usually favorable to the client.

47 years | 900 cases

40%
Car Accident 20%

Car accidents can be stressful. A good attorney will move the case along to work to the outcome you desire and help you through the unknown.

47 years | 250 cases

20%
Probate 15%

Everyone needs a will and I can help with your estate needs in Louisiana and Mississippi.

47 years | 60 cases

15%
Child Support 5%

Child support for children is one of the most important aspects of divorce or separation. An attorney works to assure that children receive adequate support and that is what I do.

47 years | 200 cases

5%
Criminal Defense 5%

I can help you with your criminal matters in most courts in Louisiana. Many misdemeanor crimes need an attorney to get you through the legal system.

47 years | 200 cases

5%
Divorce and Separation 5%

Complicated divorce cases and property separations along with custody matters are the most emotional aspects of the legal business. Keeping you informed at every stage will soften the stress while working toward your goal.

47 years | 149 cases

5%
Oil and Gas 5%

Working on oil and gas matters as Senior Inhouse Counsel for Shell Oil Company from 1986 through 2003 honed my expertise in this area of law. It continues to be the case today.

46 years | 100 cases

5%
Real Estate 5%

Real estate is the biggest investment that most people will ever make. Property disputes are becoming more and more frequent and the owner needs someone who knows real estate law.

47 years | 150 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 275-475 per hour

Contingency

33%-47%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Mississippi for 35 years

State: Mississippi

Acquired: 1990

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 38 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1987

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Louisiana for 46 years

State: Louisiana

Acquired: 1979

Eligible to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Forrest, Cressy & James, L.L.C.

1222 Annunciation Street, New Orleans, LA, 70130

Forrest, Cressy & James, L.L.C.

1222 Annunciation Street, New Orleans, LA, 70130

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Charles M Raymond's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

2 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | February 16, 2009 | Corporate & Incorporation

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I have found Mr. Raymond to be knowledgeable of a wide array of the legal arena. Specifically, he provided informed and insightful guidance for setting up an LLC, recommended specific incorporation provisions to allow my business to grow, was prompt in his completion of the necessary paperwork, a...nd kept me informed of the status of the process. Mr. Raymond also offered advice on family succession issues. I have also worked with Mr. Raymond in other business matters and have found him to be a highly competent trial attorney, diligent in his preparation and aggressive in his representation of his clients.

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Charles M Raymond's Lawyer Endorsements

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Corey Orgeron

Litigation lawyer | Jul 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Raymond is respectable, honest and knowledgeable in all facets of litigation. He is a straight shooter who represents his client vigorously."

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Leonard Boyer

Real estate lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Raymond is a very knowledgeable and effective advocate for his clients."

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Gail Barsky

Probate lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is extremely experienced which is an asset to any client who utilizes his services. He devotes his time to assisting the public by answering questions free of charge on the AVVO forum."

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Everett Pepper

Oil and gas lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Raymond is a first class attorney and well respected in the legal community. His insight and dedication to his clients is second to none. I endorse this attorney."

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William Housley

Litigation lawyer | Jul 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Tough, talented and thorough litigators."

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Gail Barsky

Litigation lawyer

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Kayla Shell

Corporate and incorporation lawyer

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Thomas Gottsegen

Environmental and natural resources lawyer

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Todd Malejan

Corporate and incorporation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

TOP CONTRIBUTOR AWARD, AVVO

2018

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1995

Rabbi Emil Leipziger Award, United Way for the Greater New Orleans Area

1984

Certificate of Merit, Pelican Chapter, Associated Builders & Contractors

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Of Counsel, Forrest, Cressy & James, L.L.C.

2013 - 2019

Principal/Managing Member, Charles M Raymond, L.L.C., Law Office

2004 - 2013

Attorney, Taggart Morton, LLC

1986 - 2003

Senior Counsel, Shell Oil Company

1979 - 1984

Assistant Parish Attorney, City of Baton Rouge

Associations

2014 - Present

22nd JDC Bar Association

Member

1990 - Present

Mississippi Bar

Member

1987 - Present

District of Columbia Bar

Member

1979 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1979 - Present

Louisiana State Bar Association

Member

1974 - Present

Pi Sigma Alpha

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

USA v Willowridge et al

Favorable to the clients

Lafourche Basin Levee District v Willowridge LLL

Favorable

Butler v RTA, Transit Management

Favorable bench trial with a judgment for the plaintiff.

Pontchartrain Levee District v William Monteleone, Jr. et al

A settlement favorable to all parties was reached.

Mossy Motors, Inc v Cameras America

Case settled during a jury trial.

McGee v Shell Oil Company

This case settled after 7 days of trial.

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Education

1978

Loyola University New Orleans

JD - Juris Doctor

1975

Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2005

7 Habits of Highly Successful Lawyers

Practical advice to lawyers

2001

Taking & Defending Effective Depositions

Depositions

2001

Conducting Effective Cross-Examination

Cross Examination at Trial

2000

An Effective Cross-Examination In Louisiana

Cross Examination at Trial

1983

Commercial Legal Problems for Small Businesses

Special Problems for Small Businesses

Publications

1977

Loyola Lawyer on Property Management The Right of Use, The New Louisiana Personal Servitude Articles

Languages

English

Activity

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